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Hiring Talent in Tech without Unconscious Bias

Even senior leaders can unknowingly influence interview feedback. Learn how to prevent conformity bias and ensure fair evaluations for every candidate.

Hiring Talent in Tech without Unconscious Bias
#1about 2 minutes

What unconscious bias is and its evolutionary origins

Unconscious bias is explained as a mental shortcut rooted in survival instincts that can lead to snap judgments in modern life.

#2about 1 minute

Why tackling bias is crucial for organizational success

Reducing bias in hiring improves employee engagement, productivity, and revenue while fostering innovation and attracting diverse talent.

#3about 4 minutes

Recognizing the most common biases in recruitment

An overview of common recruitment pitfalls including affinity, halo, contrast, proximity, and conformity bias.

#4about 4 minutes

Implementing strategies for a fair and consistent hiring process

Establish clear competencies, use behavioral interview techniques, implement work sample tests, and ensure diverse interview panels to reduce bias.

#5about 7 minutes

Leveraging tools to support bias-free hiring decisions

Tools like ChatGPT, ScreenLoop, and Greenhouse features can help analyze job descriptions, conceal scorecards, and track diversity metrics.

#6about 4 minutes

How to recognize and challenge your own personal biases

Becoming aware of your own biases requires self-reflection and catching yourself in the moment of making an assumption.

#7about 2 minutes

How to influence C-level executives on bias-free hiring

Change leadership's perspective by being open, providing concrete examples of bias, and showing how fair hiring benefits the company.

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