How do you really make Diversity, Equity and Inclusion work, not just as a policy, but as something that’s lived and felt in an organisation?In this episode, I sit down with Celeste Warren, a globally recognised HR and Diversity, Equity & Inclusion (DEI) leader with nearly 40 years of experience at some of the world’s largest corporations.Celeste shares her inspiring career journey, from her early days as a journalist, to becoming a global HR executive, to specialising in DEI leadership. She reflects on the powerful influence of her father and how his experiences shaped her own perspective on resilience and inclusion.💡 What you’ll learn in this episode:➡️ How Celeste pivoted from journalism to human resources➡️ What DEI really is, what it isn't and why everybody wins when you get it right➡️ The lessons she learned from embedding DEI into corporate strategy at Merck➡️ The challenges and opportunities of rolling out DEI on a global scale➡️ Why continuous learning and authentic leadership are critical for leaders today➡️ Her advice for the next generation of professionals stepping into leadership rolesCeleste also shares her next chapter: launching her own consulting practice and publishing her book, 'The Truth about Equity', while staying focused on empowering others to embrace diversity and lead with purpose.📌 Timestamps:00:00 Introduction and Welcome00:10 Celeste's Early Life and Career Beginnings02:47 Transition to Human Resources04:53 Career at Merck & Pivot to DEI09:23 What DEI Really Means12:11 Embedding DEI in Large Organisations18:28 Global Perspectives on Inclusion26:19 Common DEI Challenges & Misunderstandings39:13 Final Thoughts and Reflections👉 If you’re a leader, HR professional, or simply curious about how to create more inclusive workplaces, this conversation is packed with practical insights and powerful stories you won’t want to miss.To connect with Celeste:🌍 Website: https://crwdiversity.com/📖 Book: https://crwdiversity.com/#book💼 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/celestewarrenllc/Your host, Emma Graham, Career Coach and ex-recruiter, is here to help you with: 💡 Gain clarity on what’s important to you 💡 Confidently communicate your value 💡 Build a personal brand and a strong network 💡 Take a strategic approach to your next move 💡 Navigate the job market effectively 💡 Build career confidence with a repeatable success blueprint🌐 Explore my coaching programs and free resources: Website: https://www.egconsulting.au/ LinkedIn: https://au.linkedin.com/in/emmajgraham Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/emmagrahamcareercoach/🎁 Free Resources: 📄 CV Development Guide: https://www.egconsulting.au/cv-advice 📄 LinkedIn Profile Optimisation Guide: https://www.egconsulting.au/linkedin-profile-guide📅 Book Your FREE Career Strategy Discovery Call: https://calendly.com/emmagrahamconsulting/discovery-call

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