Question: Suppose someone possesses some of the stereotypes that are attached to their race, gender, orientation, ability and/or age. Do you think this person should embrace or deny these qualities, especially regarding perpetuating stereotypes and advancing in careers?

Question: Do all white men think all black women are hoochie mama, welfare,child bearing, uneducated b******?

An overview of overt racism being used in this election, how it can affect productivity and what you need to do.

Dr. Christian Head was told “not to make a stink” about the humiliating stereotype. Here’s how this racial-discrimination lawsuit emphasizes the need for diversity management.

Talent development helped Michelle Lee rise to a regional vice-president position at Wells Fargo. What can your company learn from her extraordinary story?

Asian basketball star Jeremy Lin has become the subject of jokes and racist comments. What can you do to prevent stereotyping in your organization?

Newt Gingrich and Rick Santorum are the latest politicians to perpetuate negative stereotypes about Blacks. Dr. Claude Steele, educator and expert on stereotypes, gives advice on the dangers of these kinds of misstatements, their impact on the workplace and how to handle them.

Watch the full-length video of NBA player John Amaechi’s presentation at the DiversityInc 2011 Special Awards.

Is “colorblindness” an effective strategy for diversity management? How do the social identities of traditionally underrepresented groups affect the way they approach employment? Acclaimed social psychologist Claude Steele shares insightful research on stereotypes in his latest book, “WHISTLING VIVALDI: And Other Clues to How Stereotypes Affect Us.”

Dr. Claude Steele, Stanford University School of Education dean, former provost of Columbia University and recognized leader in the field of social psychology, tells an audience at DiversityInc’s March event how negative stereotypes hinder workplace diversity, perpetuate the achievement gap between Blacks/whites and limit talent potential. View excerpts of his talk here.

In a holiday edition of Ask the White Guy, DiversityInc CEO Luke Visconti chastises a PR firm for pitching an insensitive survey that focuses on Blacks and Latinos shopping for fashion and music and cites their Internet usage without comparing it to that of white people.

Looking to make small talk in the office? Tread carefully. Here are 10 things you should never say to a Black coworker.

A reader argues that there’s a double standard for using racial slurs. The White Guy disagrees.