Balance Adjectives and Descriptions

Ensure that the adjectives used in job descriptions do not inadvertently favor one gender. Terms such as "competitive" and "dominant" might imply a male bias, whereas "supportive" and "understanding" might seem more female-oriented. Use neutral descriptions like “motivated” or “team-oriented.

Ensure that the adjectives used in job descriptions do not inadvertently favor one gender. Terms such as "competitive" and "dominant" might imply a male bias, whereas "supportive" and "understanding" might seem more female-oriented. Use neutral descriptions like “motivated” or “team-oriented.

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