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[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]"How are you actively supporting and promoting the principles of diversity, equity, and inclusion?"

Received this question at two FinReg agencies in the last year during the in-person panel interview round. Have a good answer ready. POCs on my interview panels were paying close attention to my answer.

Got offers at both agencies.

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What was your response?  I am remote and have no real interactions with anyone other than Zoom.

It's hard to promote any principles via Zoom.  [/quote]

It's a bit of a trick question - don't make your answer about race/gender/orientation. The right answer should address how to treat everyone fairly and equally.

My response:
-On any given issue, I actively solicit feedback from all stakeholders and involved team members. Getting a diversity of view points is essential to coming up with the right solution.
-In meetings, I actively listen to others' ideas and ensure that I do not talk over other people. 
-Provide a space for everyone to safely express their views and engage in healthy & respectful debate.
-Do not hoard opportunities and ensure everyone gets an opportunity to shine, gets a chance to work on high-visibility projects, etc.
-Give people credit for their ideas and hard work, particularly in front of senior management.
-With these conditions met, we create a culture where everyone - regardless of background - has the opportunity to meet their career goals and develop their skillset.

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Why do interviewers bother asking questions where the expected/acceptable answer is basically a list of BS talking points?

Honestly wondering, I feel like I am too old for this nonsense.[/quote]

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