The “Law of the Magic Third,” as explored in Big Think*, suggests a simple but profound truth — once about a third of a team represents diverse perspectives, something transformative happens. The dynamics shift, and genuine inclusion and employee well-being flourish. While drawing back from diversity commitments and initiatives is trending, we see insightful leaders striving instead to unlock this magic as a potent competitive advantage.
While some may view the impact of this magic as expendable in tough times, the opposite is true. As articulated in a recent article by Liz Elting**, suggesting why corporate America should reconsider scaling back DEI, having a team that reflects a broad range of experiences and viewpoints helps give businesses the tools necessary to navigate an increasingly complex global landscape. Given that complexity and uncertainty are the defining characteristics of our global business climate, it is smart business to harness every advantage that equips your organization to respond to volatility with confidence, resilience, and agility.
At Borderless, we are ahead of the curve. Our 15-member, women-owned, globally integrated team spanning eighteen nationalities has unlocked a wealth of cultural, linguistic, cross-disciplinary, and sector-specific experiences from our truly borderless lives. We have nurtured these diverse perspectives to create a customized and highly collaborative approach to executive search that helps our clients reach that critical third in a way that is profoundly authentic and sustainable. In other words, we live the magic and share it with others. We remain committed to diversity and the business value it delivers.
Andrew Kris and Rosalie Harrison, Partners, Borderless
* https://more.borderless.net/magicthird
** https://www.linkedin.com/in/lizelting/
