Why 3M Invests in Diversity
We are committed to providing an environment where all employees thrive, and Human Resources policies, employee education and executive leadership support this goal. 3M is continuously focusing on building and maintaining an inclusive culture.
An inclusive culture at 3M is built on our Human Resource Principles – to respect the dignity and worth of individuals; encourage the initiative of each employee; challenge individual capabilities; and provide equal opportunity.
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The essential elements of success are simple: Organizations that value people are the organizations that will win. Organizations that try to make us all the same, look the same, think the same, speak the same, and behave the same, are the organizations that will lose."
- George Buckley, Chairman, President and CEO
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Business Growth. A strong business case can be made for diversity at 3M. Having a diverse global work force helps us to generate more ideas which yield more innovative solutions. As global markets expand and more than 60 percent of 3M’s sales come from outside the United States, we rely on employees who understand the needs of diverse customers. Our goal is to reflect the diversity of our global customers, suppliers and channel partners, and build on each employee’s abilities to achieve greater customer satisfaction and accelerated growth.
Employee Engagement. 3M’s inclusive culture results in high performance teams and an engaged work force as employees are valued for their individuality and the wide-ranging knowledge and skills they possess. An inclusive culture also improves retention and reduces recruitment costs. In addition, all employees are expected to exhibit inclusive behavior as part of living 3M’s values and demonstrating their leadership.
