Bonus Quote by Vernon Jordan
“A lot of companies make diversity a part of the performance goals against which an executive gets paid. Just as you have to make a certain sales number, you have to make a diversity number to get your bonus.”
About This Quote
Companies tie executive bonuses to diversity metrics, treating inclusion like a sales target, which may reduce it to a quota.
In simple terms: Diversity goals become performance targets for pay.
Key Takeaway
Treat diversity as a genuine commitment, not a quota.
Themes
diversity
corporate governance
incentives
ethics
performance
Mood
critical
concerned
Type
observational
analytical
When to use this quote
- policy design
- leadership training
- HR metrics
Key Concepts
human resources
organizational behavior
Practical Applications
- create authentic inclusion programs
Questions to Reflect On
- How can diversity be measured meaningfully?
- What incentives truly promote inclusion?
A Different Perspective
Metrics may not reflect true inclusion.
