Bias often manifests subtly in workplaces, hiding behind casual comments and assumptions. This form of bias influences workplace culture, affecting how individuals feel heard and respected, and ultimately their progression. Bias can shift discussions and assumptions about authority, often impacting women and younger professionals, but it is a wider issue affecting various demographics. Addressing bias is challenging, as it can appear awkward to raise concerns about subtle discrimination, leaving people uncertain about their sensitivity to the issue.
Most bias isn't loud. It hides behind compliments, casual comments, and unspoken assumptions, making it subtle yet powerful in shaping workplace culture.
Bias shows up in the small things – in who we make eye contact with, whom we defer to in conversation, or whose ideas we overlook.
These small moments influence how people feel – whether they feel heard, respected, and seen, ultimately affecting who progresses in the workplace.
When bias is subtle or unconscious, calling it out can feel awkward or risky, leading individuals to doubt their feelings and worry about being sensitive.
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