closer look

What's Inside

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  What is Unconscious Bias?

  Unconscious bias refers to the subtle, ingrained prejudices that influence decision-making without conscious awareness.

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  Gender Bias

  Gender bias manifests in preconceived notions about individuals based on their gender or discrimination against specific gender identities.

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  Ageism

  Ageism involves stereotypes and discrimination based on age, particularly older workers.

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  Name Bias

  Name bias involves making assumptions about individuals based on their names.

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  Halo and Horns Effect

  The halo effect occurs when positive traits overshadow a person's overall evaluation, while the horns effect involves negative traits influencing perceptions.

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  Confirmation Bias

  Confirmation bias involves favoring information that confirms preexisting beliefs or stereotypes.

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  Conformity Bias

  Conformity bias occurs when individuals conform to group opinions.

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  Affinity Bias

  Affinity bias occurs when individuals favor others similar to themselves.

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  Status Quo Bias

  Status quo bias involves resistance to change, hindering innovation and growth.

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  Anchor Bias

  Anchor bias influences decisions based on the initial piece of information received.

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  Authority Bias

  Authority bias involves blindly following authority figures without critical examination.

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  Remote Work Bias

  Virtual meetings, essential for remote collaboration, can inadvertently reinforce unconscious biases based on appearance, prominence on screens, and speaking order.

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  Perception Bias

  Perception bias involves forming judgments based on initial perceptions.

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  Why It's Important to Tackle Biases

  Unchecked unconscious biases can lead to a host of negative consequences, including a lack of diversity, diminished creativity, and a toxic work environment.