Interrupting Bias in Hiring and Retention
Unconscious bias, or implicit bias, refers to the attitudes, beliefs, and stereotypes held about a person or group. These types of biases are outside of our conscious awareness and can therefore be present even when we try to be neutral. When organizations have not created robust diversity programs that include criteria to reduce biased decision making, they may miss opportunities to leverage diversity for lasting business success in an evolving marketplace.
Join us for an interactive, thought-provoking discussion about how biases present themselves in daily interactions. Discover how to interrupt bias in hiring and retention to create a competitive advantage.
Workplace Application: Participants will gain valuable insights about how managing our biases lead to inclusive practices that contribute to fostering a diverse and equitable talent pipeline.
Learning Objectives:
1. Identify common biases that present themselves in hiring and retention programs.
2. Recognize the origin biases and impact of them in hiring and retention.
3. Discuss how biases are experienced in the workplace, particularly in hiring and retention.
4. Identify practical ways of interrupting bias in hiring and retention.
Nikki Pounds
Nikki Pounds is an accomplished business executive with Human Resources expertise. She is a speaker, award winning author of, The Leader Who CARES: Guiding Human Resources Practitioners to Navigate Workplace Environments, and CEO of HR Unequivocally®.
Nikki earned a Master of Human Resource Development from Clemson University and holds certifications in Emotional Intelligence, Everything DiSC®, Crucial Conversations, Gallup StrengthsFinder, and Civil Treatment – Diversity and Inclusion for Managers and Employees. She is also a proud John Maxwell Team coach and speaker.
Her extensive experience and diverse skillset make her a valuable asset for Human Resources consulting and Talent and Organizational Design.
