Course 2: Becoming a 7 Cups Leader - (Discussion #10) Diversity, Cultural Differences, and Second Language Learners

@Heather225 a diverse team has a diverse amount of benefits a few are 1. a diverse team means people come from different timezones so there is support available at all times 2. Cultural differences and different perspectives can motivate creativity and productivity. 3.We can learn about different cultures and create a new set of skills. we can be supportive by accepting everyone's cultures and beliefs and ending stigma. I have literally had members ask me when the next blast will be and calling me a terrorist because of my religious beliefs and it hurts to have to go through that

Please list some advantages of a diverse team.
Some advantages of a diverse team are:

• Different perspectives can lead the drive to innovation
• Cover different time zones
• Learn more about different cultures
• Wider range of skill sets available which would go to fuel creativity and productivity

How can we be respectful of different cultures on 7 Cups?
We can be respectful of different cultures on 7 Cups by:

• Rise above the stereotypes
• Be respectful of individual beliefs
• Be mindful of schedules and availability
• Be considerate (includes but not limited to time zones and potential language barriers)
• Be open minded and willing to learn

Please list some advantages of a diverse team.
One advantage of a diverse team is that it allows us to reach more people as we are able to properly support a more diverse target group. This is because we are able to learn from our other team members. Another advantage of having a diverse team is that it means a wider range of time zones can be covered, meaning more people who live in different time zones will be able to receive support. Other advantages include a wider range of perspectives, leading to different problem-solving ideas, as well as learning about and experiencing other cultures, leading to an increased personal skill set.

How can we be respectful of different cultures on 7 Cups?
We should always show respect to everybody, and respect everyone’s individual beliefs. People may have contradicting beliefs and ideas, but that is okay. We should also consider the time zones of different people. It is easy to think that everything can work in your own time zone, but people in your team can be from all different time zones, and have very different schedules. To be inclusive of everyone, recurring meetings and events could be held at different days/times each week so that everybody has the opportunity to attend. The most important thing to remember is that we should listen to stereotypes, which are often false and do not apply to everybody.

Please list some advantages of a diverse team.

I personally believe that diverse teams is just opportunity to learn. More diverse the people, more different approaches to problem solving. I think we can all learn from each other that way.

You can see a lot of companies trying to get diverse teams. Sometimes new people can bring in a new perspective and that could foster growth within an organisation.

Apart from that I really liked the multi language one. Because sometimes we can express our problems better in a certain language. And so it helps that we have a whole team with varied cultures.

How can we be respectful of different cultures on 7 Cups?

>Be Mindful of the cultures
>Have open heart
>Learn from their culture

Please list some advantages of a diverse team.
Having a diverse team is overall effective and allows for different people to voice their opinions on what they think works best for certain situations. It's important to provide support for all types of diverse people to make 7 Cups a supportive community that anyone can turn to, to get help and be their best self.

How can we be respectful of different cultures on 7 Cups?
We can be more respectful by being kind to everyone, and learning their story. We have to be mindful of the timezones and work out a time schedule that fits for both people.

Please list some advantages of a diverse team.
Having a diverse team allows the benefit of different perspectives.
It can also help us reach and therefore help, more people.
It also gives us the opportunity and added benefit to learn about different cultures.

How can we be respectful of different cultures on 7 Cups?
We can make sure we are mindful of the different beliefs and celebrations as we come together to discuss and delegate plans, making sure to respect who is comfortable with what. Also, keep an open mind and understanding and accept differences, coming to mutual agreements where needed.

@Heather225

1 - Please list some advantages of a diverse team.
2 - How can we be respectful of different cultures on 7 Cups?

1- Diverse teams are wonderful because you get to learn a lot from different cultures and it helps you develop great interpersonal skills. Overall being part of 7 Cups with such a diverse community where everybody is equal no matter who they are or where they come from.

2- To be respectful I think it would be good to educate ourselves about different cultures. It is always great to have some knowledge that could benefit the community. As someone who is a native of Cuba, I think that is always okay to ask any questions that you might have, that way you could avoid uncomfortable situations.

Please list some advantages of a diverse team.

1. It broadens the world view and mindset.
2. We learn from different perspectives and that promotes innovation.
3. We gain knowledge about different cultures and traditions across the world.
4. It fuels creativity and productivity.
5. It can help cover different time zones here on 7cups and reach more people across the globe.

How can we be respectful of different cultures on 7 Cups?

1. Realize that stereotypes are outdated and rise above them.
2. Respecting individual beliefs and knowing that others can have a different perspective.
3. Respecting other person’s schedule and culture.
4. Keep options for different times while setting meetings as people might be in different time zones.
5. Be mindful of second language learners and use simple language.

@Heather225
Please list some advantages of a diverse team.
1) Wider range of perspectives drive and increase innovation.
2) Enables us to help people all around the world.
3) Enables us to support people 24/7.
4) Learning about different cultures enhances your skills.
5) More skills boost creativity and productivity.

How can we be respectful of different cultures on 7 Cups?
I think open-mindedness, acceptance and rational-thinking are key to respecting different cultures. Accepting that everybody have their own beliefs enables us to be professional and respectful to one another. Rising above stereotypes, being respectful towards individual beliefs, being mindful of one's schedule and availability, and being considerate of one's time zones shows that you respect diversity and culture, here on 7cups.

@Heather225
Advantages of a diversed team:
- We get to know about different cultures and heritage.
- Different perspectives
- Increase in productivity and creativity

How can we be respectful of different cultures on 7 Cups?
- Be respectful of individuals beliefs
- By not being stereotypical