This week we studied out-group members in organizations. In many ways, out-group members are often defined as individuals that tend to be loners, different, difficult, and not team players. This week's chapter is a great discussion on making all employees feel a part of the organization by eliminating labels and embracing their individuality. The book outlined six strategies - let's discuss them:

• Listen to Out-Group Members
• Show Empathy to Out-Group Members
• Recognize the Unique Contributions of Out-Group Members
• Help Out-Group Members Feel Included
• Creating a Special Relationship with Out-Group Members
• Give Out-Group Members a Voice and Empower Them to Act

In your discussion post:

Rank the top three with regard to how you use them in your own leadership strategies. Explain your choices

• Share a story where you have observed out-group members - it can be your own or something you observed. Describe the response to the out-group member.