s to bridge the cultural gaps. When companies do not have good communication it can become a problem. This can cause the company and its employees time and money. When communication breaks down and assumptions enter into the situation it can cause misunderstanding. Management should be sympathetic to the employees’ needs and beliefs without compromising the company's values or management’s own beliefs. Diversity programs are not just about race or gender issues. It is aboutbeing sensitive to human differences. Companies should be aware of the obstaclesthat could affect the goals of the diversity program. Companies would do well to prepare and prepare for changing work forces. As more and more companies go global, there will be a need to appreciate and value the differences of all individuals and recognize they are different. Not judging, but just respecting that the other human's morals and beliefs are different from their own.What factors make a diversity program successful or unsuccessful? When companies do not train management in understanding that everyone is an individual. Communications is a key factor to a successful program. A company needs to be able to listen to employees in order to make sure that everyone is being heard. Other keys to a successful program are to enhance personal effectiveness and interpersonal communication among employees. Companies must be responsiveness to social changes. Have a climate of fairness and equity for all employees. If companies keep in mind that a diversity program will not be in place overnight and must be reviewed and changed when necessary. Management must be committed in being trained on handling culturaldifferences. Diversity programs are successful when communication is open and respectful of human differences. Diversity programs fail when groups and individuals are not opened minded to cultural traits. Humans should strive not to be separatist, but unite to hold the wo...
