Understand What Unconscious Bias Is

Recruiters must first educate themselves about the nature of unconscious bias—automatic, unintentional mental shortcuts that influence decisions. Recognizing that everyone holds biases helps recruiters become more mindful during hiring, prompting them to question initial impressions and seek objective evidence.

Recruiters must first educate themselves about the nature of unconscious bias—automatic, unintentional mental shortcuts that influence decisions. Recognizing that everyone holds biases helps recruiters become more mindful during hiring, prompting them to question initial impressions and seek objective evidence.

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