Part 6: Managing a Diverse Team

 

Zion Clark - The Wrestler with no legs

Introduction

Zion Clark is a remarkable individual who has redefined the boundaries of human abilities. Born with caudal regression syndrome, a rare disorder that deprived him with both his legs, Zion's journey is a testament to his extraordinary resilience in his life.

As a student with a physical disability, Zion had some troubles in his early life at school as other students were always making fun of him due to his appearance. He has faced several challenges in social integration due to the differences in abilities from his peers or coworkers who may not be familiar with interacting with disabled individuals.

Zion may also have encountered challenges related to navigating stairs, accessing classrooms, restrooms, libraries, or other facilities within the school. Negative attitudes, biases, or misconceptions about disabilities can create barriers for students like Zion. These attitudes can come from fellow students, or even teachers and other staff members.

What if I were a manager of Zion Clark?

If I were a manager of Zion Clark or employees with disabilities, here is a list of strategies I can employ, and the justifications to support their success in the workplace:

  • Offering accommodations to the disabled employees' specific needs. This strategy will help the employees with disabilities to perform their job effectively and contribute to the organization's success.
  • Fostering an inclusive work environment that values the diversity and promotes respect. Inclusive cultures could help to foster a sense of belonging, in order to boost employee morale, and encourage collaboration, which leads to higher productivity and employee satisfaction.
  • Conducting disability awareness training for all employees to promote understanding and remove obstacles. Increased awareness will lead to a more inclusive and supportive workplace, which could eliminate the misconceptions, and encourage empathy and respect.
  • Offering flexible work arrangements such as remote work, flexible schedules, or modified hours instead of a regular 9 to 5, in order to accommodate their needs. Flexible work arrangements would promote work-life balance and enable employees with disabilities to manage their health conditions while maintaining productivity.

The interview source: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OmIVOts37DI

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