Everyone who has worked to get diversity right knows there is no elixir that increases diverse talent in leadership roles. Doing DEI by the numbers just won’t get you there. But here’s some good news: By focusing on decision intelligence, and on evidence-based solutions that drive scalable change and increase inclusion, leaders can increase the number of diverse candidates that they hire and promote.
6 Behavioral Nudges to Reduce Bias in Hiring and Promotions
Applying these to key decision points will help you hire, develop, and retain talent more equitably.
November 02, 2022
Summary.
In today’s talent marketplace, everybody is looking for new ways to make the best hiring and promotion decisions. In this article, building on decision intelligence and evidence-based solutions that drive scalable change, the author lays out six behavioral nudges that can help companies develop practices that reduce bias, boost diversity, and create the best possible talent pools.
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Accelerate your career with Harvard ManageMentor®. HBR Learning’s online leadership training helps you hone your skills with courses like Diversity, Inclusion, and Belonging. Earn badges to share on LinkedIn and your resume. Access more than 40 courses trusted by Fortune 500 companies.
How to build a better, more just workplace.