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Broken Quote by Nell Scovell

“There's this perception that there's a pipeline problem for women and people of color. I don't buy into that. I think we have a broken doorbell problem, and there are plenty of women and people of color standing at the doorstep trying to get in the door, and nobody's opening it.” quote by Nell Scovell
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“There's this perception that there's a pipeline problem for women and people of color. I don't buy into that. I think we have a broken doorbell problem, and there are plenty of women and people of color standing at the doorstep trying to get in the door, and nobody's opening it.”

Nell Scovell

About This Quote

Source Speech: Public talk on diversity, 2022

The issue isn’t a lack of qualified women or people of color; the barrier is that opportunities aren’t being opened for them.

In simple terms: Women and people of color are ready, but doors stay closed.

Key Takeaway

Identify and remove systemic blocks.

Themes

diversity equity inclusion

Mood

frustrated hopeful

Type

motivational analytical

When to use this quote

  • hiring processes
  • promotion decisions
  • networking events

Key Concepts

systemic barriers access opportunity

Questions to Reflect On

  • What policies keep doors closed?
  • How can we open more doors?
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