Northouse, Leadership 9e
SAGE Publishing, 2022
Discussion Questions
Chapter 12: Inclusive Leadership
1. How does the definition of leadership change by containing principle of inclusivity?
2. How do you differentiate between diversity and diversity training with regards to the process
known as Diversity Management? Explain.
3. What are some benefits that diverse opinions bring to the organization and to leaders?
4. How can organizations change when systemic racism and the processes built up by the
majority often create oppressive workplaces? What is a simple fix to address this? What should
society change? What would you change?
6. What are the clear benefits of diversity training or inclusivity training? Make a list.
7. Some managers or leaders state they are “color blind” that they do “not see skin color.” What
is the inherent issue(s) in a statement like that?
8. What is the relationship between inclusive leadership and relational leadership?
9. As a leader, how can you work to create more productive outcomes (based on Model 12.1) in
your own groups, teams, or organizations?
10. Should efforts of inclusion be part of an organizations strategic plan, vision statement,
mission statement? Offer examples.
11. How can leaders seek to incorporate more divergent discussions and viewpoints in the
12. Imagine the future where inclusivity and diversity in the workplace are truly valued,