How Identity Has Influenced A Senior Consultant's Career At West Monroe
Michael acknowledges the "privileges" associated with being a white male in the US, stating this awareness has fostered a commitment to inclusivity. This self-awareness, the Senior Consultant says, has enabled better empathy and teamwork throughout their career.
Inclusivity, Empathy, Teamwork, Understanding Diverse Backgrounds, Mindfulness of Privilege
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Michael Cohen
Senior Consultant
West Monroe
University of Miami, 2014
University of California Los Angeles Anderson School of Management, MBA
Finance
Consulting & Related Professional Services, Technology
Consulting
None Applicable
Video Highlights
1. Recognizing his privilege as a white male has made Michael mindful of inclusivity and the struggles faced by others.
2. This awareness has helped him to better understand, empathize with, and work alongside diverse team members.
3. His background has contributed to his ability to be a better coworker and teammate.
Transcript
As someone who identifies as a white male, how has that impacted how you navigate your career?
I recognize that I come from multi-generational living in the US and have certain privileges given just where I'm coming from. This has made me particularly mindful about being inclusive and recognizing some of the struggles, backgrounds, and blind spots that I may hold, as well as what other people are dealing with.
This has helped me to understand people better and empathize more effectively. I believe it has also made me a better coworker and teammate to different team members as I've grown throughout my career.