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Episode Synopsis
Too many DEI experts sound impressive but lack the depth to deliver real results.
And the chauffeur test is a quick way to spot them.
Key Topics Covered in This Episode:
Why chauffeur knowledge creates dangerous illusions of expertise.
How 3-book experts mislead leaders seeking real solutions.
Three ways to spot surface-level knowledge in DEI work.
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Key Takeaways from This Episode:
Bad expertise costs more than just money—it costs trust and progress.
“It helps the people who hate DEI.”
Real experts stand up to scrutiny, feedback, and real-world results.
“Answer tough, unscripted questions.”
Not all experience translates into skill—so test, question, and verify.
“I like asking questions 2 levels down.”
Check out these resources:
Ryan Hopkins’ Video – The inspiration for this episode
When Is It Ok To Stop Talking About Equity?
Belonging vs. Inclusion: Why You Shouldn’t Replace One With The Other
Crafting an identity: an examination of the lived experiences of minority racial and ethnic individuals in the workplace.
The Inclusion Ready Leader’s Brief – A weekly email designed to help People Leaders:
Earn the trust of your colleagues.
Optimise for measurable results.
Implement a systematic process.
Join 1,300+ leaders receiving strategic insights every Monday.
Register here.
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And the chauffeur test is a quick way to spot them.
Key Topics Covered in This Episode:
Why chauffeur knowledge creates dangerous illusions of expertise.
How 3-book experts mislead leaders seeking real solutions.
Three ways to spot surface-level knowledge in DEI work.
Play the Episode for More
Key Takeaways from This Episode:
Bad expertise costs more than just money—it costs trust and progress.
“It helps the people who hate DEI.”
Real experts stand up to scrutiny, feedback, and real-world results.
“Answer tough, unscripted questions.”
Not all experience translates into skill—so test, question, and verify.
“I like asking questions 2 levels down.”
Check out these resources:
Ryan Hopkins’ Video – The inspiration for this episode
When Is It Ok To Stop Talking About Equity?
Belonging vs. Inclusion: Why You Shouldn’t Replace One With The Other
Crafting an identity: an examination of the lived experiences of minority racial and ethnic individuals in the workplace.
The Inclusion Ready Leader’s Brief – A weekly email designed to help People Leaders:
Earn the trust of your colleagues.
Optimise for measurable results.
Implement a systematic process.
Join 1,300+ leaders receiving strategic insights every Monday.
Register here.
The post How the Chauffeur Test Exposes Fake DEI Leaders appeared first on Element of Inclusion.
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