Struggling with a ‘good guy’ boss who’s clueless about diversity. My boss is genuinely a good guy: supportive, fair, and always open to feedback. But when it comes to understanding the unique challenges women face in finance, he’s kind of… clueless. For example, when I brought up the lack of women in leadership, he said, “Well, we just hire the best person for the job,” completely missing the systemic issues behind that. I know he means well, but it’s frustrating. How do you approach these conversations with someone who’s open-minded but just doesn’t get it? Any tips for making it constructive without it feeling awkward?

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I get what you're saying! It can be frustrating when someone well-intentioned doesn’t fully understand the issues. I’d suggest trying to bring in some data or personal examples that highlight how systemic challenges affect women in finance. Frame it as a learning opportunity and try to keep it collaborative!

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Enlist your HR business partner to help educate.

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