A book isn't going to end racism or inequity. But it can be a start.Birds of All Feathers is a timely call to action for employers, HR professionals, managers and employees to address diversity and inclusion--because it's not just the right thing to do, but the smart thing to do.Michael Bach helps you develop a better understanding around the nuances of terms like diversity versus inclusion and equity versus equality, and shows how diversity and inclusion can drive innovation and creativity--critical to any business's survival in today's fickle marketplace. You'll learn how to craft a D&I policy that's effective, and how to start the work of dismantling systemic racism and inequity by creating safe work spaces where people can bring their whole selves, find advancement, and succeed.Whether you are in the arts, healthcare, non-profit, or for-profit sectors, there is a business case for making your organization a space of true inclusion. In Birds of All Feathers, Michael Bach presents a feisty and honest case for the business advantage of diversity and inclusion in the workplace with practical steps to get there.This book shows you how to:• Discover your organization's “why”• Learn how to implement and sustain beneficial changes• Determine how to measure success for your businessWith more than twenty years of experience in the field, Michael Bach, founder of the Canadian Centre for Diversity and Inclusion (CCDI), brings clarity and candor to a daunting subject, and shows you how to get diversity and inclusion right.No more excuses. No more delays. Change--and growth--starts right here.

In Birds of All Feathers, speaker, author, and diversity and inclusion expert Michael Bach argues that creating diverse, inclusive workplaces is not just the right thing to do-it is also the smart thing to do. It embraces an ethos of innovation and creativity. It's good for you and your employees, it strengthens your organization, and it benefits the people you serve. Whether you are in the arts, health, nonprofit, for-profit, or another sector, there is a business case for making your organization a space of true inclusion. Birds of All Feathers lays out what can be a complex topic in expertly accessible terms and shows you how to discover your organization's "why," how to implement and sustain beneficial changes, and how to measure its success. Book jacket.

"In this elegant narrative, celebrated naturalist Ted Floyd guides you through a year of becoming a better birder. Choosing 200 top avian species to teach key lessons, Floyd introduces a new, holistic approach to bird watching and shows how to use the tools of the 21st century to appreciate the natural world we inhabit together whether city, country or suburbs." -- From book jacket.

The bird book for birders and nonbirders alike that will excite and inspire by providing a new and deeper understanding of what common, mostly backyard, birds are doing—and why: "Can birds smell?"; "Is this the same cardinal that was at my feeder last year?"; "Do robins 'hear' worms?" "The book's beauty mirrors the beauty of birds it describes so marvelously." —NPR In What It's Like to Be a Bird, David Sibley answers the most frequently asked questions about the birds we see most often. This special, large-format volume is geared as much to nonbirders as it is to the out-and-out obsessed, covering more than two hundred species and including more than 330 new illustrations by the author. While its focus is on familiar backyard birds—blue jays, nuthatches, chickadees—it also examines certain species that can be fairly easily observed, such as the seashore-dwelling Atlantic puffin. David Sibley's exacting artwork and wide-ranging expertise bring observed behaviors vividly to life. (For most species, the primary illustration is reproduced life-sized.) And while the text is aimed at adults—including fascinating new scientific research on the myriad ways birds have adapted to environmental changes—it is nontechnical, making it the perfect occasion for parents and grandparents to share their love of birds with young children, who will delight in the big, full-color illustrations of birds in action. Unlike any other book he has written, What It's Like to Be a Bird is poised to bring a whole new audience to David Sibley's world of birds.

Differences are gorgeously illustrated in a heartwarming picture book about a colorless peacock who learns to love himself in a jungle full of color. Mo has always felt a little different. While all the other peacocks grew bright, bold, beautiful feathers in rich greens and vibrant blues, Mo's feathers grew in a snowy white. And even though Mo's friends try to include him in their playtime, Mo doesn't like to be reminded that he's different from his friends. But when a storm threatens to ruin the group's annual celebration, Mo must learn to stand tall, strut his stuff, and shake his brilliantly glowing tail feathers--in a way only he can--to help his friends and set things right. From debut author Sita Singh, and brought to life by Stephanie Fizer Coleman, comes a story about finding strength in the things that make us different, and beauty in all its forms.

From the award-winning author of The First Rule of Punk comes the story of four kids who form an alternative Scout troop that shakes up their sleepy Florida town. * "Writing with wry restraint that's reminiscent of Kate DiCamillo... a beautiful tale." —Kirkus Reviews, starred review When three very different girls find a mysterious invitation to a lavish mansion, the promise of adventure and mischief is too intriguing to pass up. Ofelia Castillo (a budding journalist), Aster Douglas (a bookish foodie), and Cat Garcia (a rule-abiding birdwatcher) meet the kid behind the invite, Lane DiSanti, and it isn't love at first sight. But they soon bond over a shared mission to get the Floras, their local Scouts, to ditch an outdated tradition. In their quest for justice, independence, and an unforgettable summer, the girls form their own troop and find something they didn't know they needed: sisterhood.

Believing in the power of staff recognition means you stand out from most managers and supervisors. Research by Gallup and Workhuman found that four of every five leaders said that staff recognition was not a priority to them, and roughly two thirds said they had no budget for staff recognition. This book bolsters your belief in recognition and helps you: • Provide recognition that staff members will value, even if your time is limited and your budget is tight • Fill your staff recognition tool kit with simple, inexpensive ways to express appreciation for what people achieve and how they contribute • Replace staff recognition practices that have grown stale Thanks, Again! brims with easy and affordable ways to recognize staff while creating a workplace where people feel they belong, are valued, and appreciated for what they do. Meaningful staff recognition boosts morale, increases engagement and improves retention. To get you started swiftly, Thanks, Again! is organized into 30 easily navigated themes, each one including a brief introduction and relevant, immediately useable tips for recognizing staff. Or, head directly to the bonus section for more than 100 other low-cost, high value ways to strengthen your expressions of gratitude, right away. Grab a pen and start highlighting the ideas you could adopt or adapt for your workplace. Your staff will feel appreciated and it will make you feel good, too!