Course 2: Becoming a 7 Cups Leader - (Discussion #10) Diversity, Cultural Differences, and Second Language Learners
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We are truly lucky to have a global community, rich in background and culture. In order to nurture our diverse community, we should each make a conscious effort to understand each other. The more we know, the more mindful we can be of one another's differences.
Please read this insightful doc written for us by @Hope.
Questions:
Please list some advantages of a diverse team.
How can we be respectful of different cultures on 7 Cups?
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@Heather225
Please list some advantages of a diverse team.
-Increased productivity, increased creativity, a variety of perspectiives from persons from different walks of life,
How can we be respectful of different cultures on 7 Cups?
-We can be respectful of different cultures on 7cups by being inclusvie of everyone and their differences, be willing to learn about the culture to get a better understanding of it, practicing and having patience with those who are not knowledgeable like us in areas such as technology, language, etc.
@PhoenixTears5972
Increased productivity is a good one, I didn't think to mention it! Creativity can absolutely lead to productive processes being made more efficient. Or streamlined somehow.
@Glue Yes absolutely 😊
@PhoenixTears5972
I really like it that you mention that we need to have patience with others who are learning about other cultures, languages, etc. That's a really important point.
@audienta Thank you and yep thats quite right 😊
@PhoenixTears5972
great job rewording the respectful advatages!
@magicalOcean594 Thank you 😊
@Heather225
Some advantages of a diverse team are that the different perspectives can drive innovation and creativity, and it also allows us to reach and help more people situated outside of our country/culture. I also want to add onto this that the more diverse a population is in their cultures, attitudes and values, the more different kinds of people are willing to speak up against what the status quo practices. People only need to know there’s a few supporters on their team to feel comfortable sharing criticism, and diversity encourages this comfort. This is especially useful when the status quo or some majority of the population is engaging in practices that are harmful, not useful or could be better somehow.
We can be respectful of different cultures on 7Cups by rising above stereotypes (acknowledging and being aware that stereotypes don’t apply to all people, and being willing to correct your own prejudices, as everyone has them), respecting individual beliefs (you might not always agree with someone, people are allowed to think differently from one another), being mindful of schedules and availability and considering time zones.
@Glue
Thank you for adding the point that having variety in our community creates a place where people can share criticism and wishes comfortable. That's a really important argument!
@Glue
oooo! i like that drive innovation. good point, thank you for sharing (:
@Heather225
Please list some advantages of a diverse team.
- different perspective allow us to find new ideas
- we can support people all over the world, since we cover different cultures, languages and time zones
- we learn about different cultures and practices
- our large skill set allows us to be creative and productive
How can we be respectful of different cultures on 7 Cups?
- questioning our beliefs and overcome stereotypes
- being respectful regarding different beliefs and finding mutual agreements
- being mindful about different celebrations
- considering time zones
- supporting listeners who speak English as a second language by keeping the language barrier as small as possible
@audienta
It is great you picked up on the different parts of the world especially since 7 cups is 24/7 it is best to have people from different time zones and backgrounds :) Thank you for the great answer <3
Waves
@audienta your points are spot on, we'll said!
@Heather225
Questions:
Please list some advantages of a diverse team
Covering different time zones
I get to learn about different cultures and practices which adds to my set of skills.
Rising above the stereotypes. Everyone is equal in my eyes, to be a leader entails to lead with wisdom and love. And seeing everyone as a whole but different, without the “stereotype” in the middle. Also different is good, but we don't have to stereo type it,
Being respectful of others beliefs, for me this is important i believe what i want to believe, and that doesn't give me a right to feel everyone should follow what i believe, we all believe in differences and similarities and there's no wrong way too it, being respectful and kind. You also never know you might learn a thing or two from someone else's belief:)
Being mindful of schedules and other availability and considering time zones, i have to remember 7 cups is globe wide, that means just because I'm up someone else isn't. So we have to come into the middle of an understanding when working with someone, and if we cant make time then that's ok, there is lots of listeners out there especially in each time zone that will help a member out if we cant. So there is no reason to make a fuss. Also most of 7 cups is volunteer work that people take out of their busy schedules. Or work schedules to volunteer and help other members/listeners so its important to remember that and be mindful and respectful over the lives outside of 7 cups just because we don't know what they are doing doesn't mean they aren't busy.
@magicalOcean594
Thank you for this answer Ocean <3 You did great :) It was a very detailed explanation and a pleasure to read
Waves
@magicalOcean594
Great explanation. Keep Going!
Please list some advantages of a diverse team.
-Different perspectives can derive innovation
-Allows people from other countries to reach help
-Allows us to support people in different timezones
-We get to learn about different cultures
-Wider range of skill sets available for the team
How can we be respectful of different cultures on 7 Cups?
-rise above stereotypes
-be respectful of an individual's beliefs
@Aileen1114117
Great response! Some good advantages listed thank you <3
Thank you! I read your post and you also have great response and so many insights actually! : )
@Aileen1114117
Diversity allows inclusion here at 7cups, I like what you've written.
@Aileen1114117 thanks for those thoughtful answers, well said
@Aileen1114117 I agree with you! Thank you for sharing
@Heather225
1)Some advantages of a diverse team can include a wide variety of different perspectives. This can help people gain awareness and understanding of different cultures to help support members. A diverse team can also help us learn about different cultures' values and beliefs. This is important to create self-awareness and understand members more and help understand individuals' cultures. Some more advantages include covering many time zones allowing us to be 24/7 and the ability to support others outside of our location. :)
2) We can be respectful of different cultures on 7 cups by remaining non-judgemental and respecting everyone's differences. It is also important not to stereotype as this can lead to an unhappy and negative environment where people do not feel safe or included. It is important to be mindful of how our words can be perceived and can affect others. We can respect different cultures by also being aware that people may have different schedules and time zones than we do. If you do not respect that others may not be available at the same times as you then you could be creating a barrier to effective communication.
@CalmWaves3939
cAn really hear the importance of awareness in your reply!
@Heather225
First and Foremost, thanks to HOPE for bringing out such a wonderful , simple and precise doc on such a great topic. "Hats Off"
Please list some advantages of a diverse team.
1. We get to learn many new things , new views, new methods of understanding and solving many types of issues or problems.
2. Get a chance to know wide range of skills , to nourish creativity and productivity.
How can we be respectful of different cultures on 7 Cups?
1. By rising above some stereotypes.
2. Respecting individual tradition, culture and beliefs.
3. Respecting the time zones.
@LoveTracker
Agree, wonderful doc.
Learning seems to be a biggy, it allows us to broaden our views.
Respecting time zones, yes! <3
@LoveTracker
Said it neatly.
"little reminder: your loved"
- Lena
@Heather225
Advantages of a diverse team. A diverse team means that everyone brings something to the team, our diversity is a strength! Here at 7cups, it means that there is always a listener available due to timezones, people can talk to someone in their language, it doesn’t matter if two people don’t get along, everyone is so diverse that there will be someone.
How can we be respectful of
cultures? We can show understanding, wanting to learn about different cultures,
rise above stereotypes so people have
the chance to be themselves without judgement.
Time zones are as much a blessing as a curse :p
@SparklingSeashells
You said it neatly.
" a little reminder: Your loved"
- Lena
Please list some advantages of a diverse team. 1. you get to learn something new. 2 you get to help more people ect.
How can we be respectful of different cultures on 7 Cups? listen and be kind
Learning, yessss
@blissfulTouch29
You said this nice, I hope people are more like that.
- Lena
@blissfulTouch29
'Listen and be kind' a simple yet a wonderful answer.
@blissfulForest7074 thank you
@blissfulForest7074
Spot on 👍
These are great qs!
Please list some advantages of a diverse team. We all have different worldviews, which means we can piece together a larger one than any individual.
How can we be respectful of different cultures on 7 Cups? Being gentle if people don't speak English well in chatrooms, being mindful of stereotypes, and understanding cultural differences such as when holidays roll around :)