THE ROLE OF WORKPLACE DIVERSITY IN ENHANCING INNOVATION PERFORMANCE IN STARTUPS

• Mukhtorov Abdurakhmon Shavkatovich

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This study explores the critical role of workplace diversity in driving innovation performance within startups, emphasizing how diverse founding teams and workforce compositions contribute to enhanced creativity, problem-solving, and business growth. 

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