Use of Gendered Language

Unconscious bias often appears through the use of gendered language in job descriptions and recruitment communications. Terms like "aggressive" or "nurturing" can unconsciously signal a preference for male or female candidates respectively, potentially discouraging qualified applicants who do not identify with those traits.

Unconscious bias often appears through the use of gendered language in job descriptions and recruitment communications. Terms like "aggressive" or "nurturing" can unconsciously signal a preference for male or female candidates respectively, potentially discouraging qualified applicants who do not identify with those traits.

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