Groupthink: Understanding the Need for a Diverse Workplace

Learn how groupthink influences diversity and inclusion

Groupthink can be defined as "the practice of thinking or taking decisions in a group," which results often in poor quality, unchallenged decision-making.

Groupthink is a problem in the creative industries, which are dominated by heterosexual, young white males of middle and upper class.

This course by Livity covers the concept of groupthink. You'll learn about the potential negative effects on creativity and what you can do to foster positive alternatives.

Discuss whether groupthink is ever positive

There is a distinction between groupthinking and group thinking. There are numerous examples of groups working together to effect positive change throughout history.

The effects of groupthink on diversity and the workplace will be discussed. Next, you will explore alternatives to groupthink and what an organization can do to promote diversity in group thinking.

Analyse current diversity situation in the workplace

If it isn't inclusive, the creative industry cannot expect to produce inclusive work. We cannot serve our customers if research, development, or creative processes aren't inclusive by design.

This course will help you understand diversity in the workplace, including socio-economic disparity and ethnic diversity. The course will then cover ways to improve the organization's structure and avoid groupthink.

Find strategies to reduce groupthink

This course will teach you how to develop solutions to reduce or foster groupthink at all levels: individual, team and management. Then, how to encourage and apply your ideas.