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In the last article I set up a scenario that many people have been involved in or witnessed. Picture this, there is a person of color who is not performing at work and then their white supervisor is afraid to challenge them on it for fear of being accused of being called a racist. The supervisor is attempting to have a well run organization or department. They are not being racist but trying to be a good supervisor. What can you do to put your good intentions into action when attempting to perform your job as best as possible?
There is no one answer to this question. Also, there is no full proof way to guarantee that someone will not call "the race card" on you, but there are some things that you can do as a supervisor to potentially decrease your chances of this happening to you. Let's look at some potential solutions.
First, as a supervisor, you have to be consistent with each of your supervisees and your expectations. This does not mean that you treat each staff member exactly the same but to treat them all fairly, meeting each of their needs. Communication is the key to so much and this is no different. Clearly communicate your expectations to your supervisees. Keep the lines of communication both verbally and in writing with your staff. Establish a rapport and good relationship with each of your staff members. No I am not saying that you need to be their best friend, but you should have a cordial relationship with them. Know some of their interests, likes, dislikes, and who makes up their family composition, just to name of few things. No, you shouldn't know their every move and most intimate secrets. Document, document, and document, did I forget to say document? Document your expectations, important interactions, and performance feedback of them.
Diversity within an organization should enhance the organization, not limit the performance of the department or interactions between supervisor and supervisee. Utilize the tools that should be used as a supervisor. Don't let race be the reason not to correct a problem that will enhance the performance of an organization, morale of the entire staff, and the best for the clients/customers.