In the ever-changing DEI landscape, many organizations face obstacles in fostering an inclusive environment. Yet, as we venture into 2024, there are encouraging signs indicating a resurgence in DEI initiatives and commitment despite previous setbacks. Are DEI Initiatives Effective? 9 compelling indicators: 1. Senior Leadership Support for DEI Initiatives Capterra’s overall survey revealed that 58%… Read more »
DEI tools help evaluate and improve your organization’s diversity, equity, and inclusion. They use technology to collect and analyze data (or automate) DEI efforts. Here’s how DEI tools can help you create an inclusive team: They detect and address hiring biases through crafting job descriptions, anonymizing resumes, anonymous interviews, and skills-based assessments. Also, many of… Read more »
Hiring best practices refer to established and tested methods for attracting, selecting, and onboarding the best candidates for an organization’s job openings. Following these practices, HR can reduce their cost and time of hire, increase hiring quality, and enhance the overall recruitment process. According to LinkedIn’s Future of Recruiting Report, 87% of recruiting professionals say… Read more »
Plain language is about clear communication in writing or speaking that is easy for the intended audience to understand the first time around. So, using various examples of plain language in job ads can be beneficial. Recruiters who use it attract the most diverse talent and ensure legal compliance, especially if their business or company is… Read more »
Do you know how to be a better ally at work? Workplace allies are employees using their privilege to support their coworkers who belong to underrepresented groups. So, their privilege comes from their gender (male), race/color (white), or rank in the office (senior level or management). Allies support their LGBT colleagues, women of color, or… Read more »
Microaggression in the workplace is discriminatory words and behaviors that target people based on their identity. While they may seem unintentional and harmless, they’re actually offensive. Understanding Microaggression in the Workplace and Its Impacts There are 3 types of microaggressions: Microassaults are when someone directly and purposefully attacks another person based on who they are…. Read more »
If you’ve experienced a delay in filling out your open roles, high turnover rates, or constant but unnecessary hiring, it might be time to start rewriting job descriptions. An Indeed survey revealed that 52% of job seekers say job description quality is very or extremely influential on their decision to apply. 72% of job seekers… Read more »
An anti discrimination policy in the workplace prevents discrimination and harassment of employees based on protected characteristics. The goal is to create a fair and inclusive work environment where every employee feels safe so they can give their best at their jobs. The policy details what counts as discrimination and bias. It also outlines the… Read more »
All types of diversity training have become a valuable investment for organizations. These trainings create a more successful and ethical workplace for everyone’s benefit. According to the Pew Research Center, 53% of workers who have participated in DEI training said they’ve been helpful. What is Diversity Training? Diversity training is designed to help employees understand… Read more »
Complying with anti-discrimination hiring laws protects recruiters, HR, and employers from costly lawsuits and legal fees associated with discriminatory recruitment practices. In 2022, the US Equal Employment Opportunity Commission received 73,485 complaints about race, sex, age, religion, disability, color, and national origin. Key Anti-Discrimination Hiring Laws 1. Anti-Discrimination Hiring Laws: The Civil Rights Act of… Read more »
Ongig’s Text Analyzer uses AI to create job descriptions, remove masculine bias, and improve readability and writing with a click of a button. And you can use this tool to create a job description template that matches your needs. Here’s how: In Text Analyzer, click “New Job.” Next, click ‘Write Sample” Then, click the “Enter… Read more »
Many people have some kind of unconscious bias. And this is something that can affect their decisions and judgments. You will also find that the basis of these biases are stereotypes and fixed beliefs. So, to take this on at work, companies are using unconscious bias training tools to create more inclusive workplaces. These workplaces… Read more »
Blind hiring is a recruitment strategy that blocks out candidates’ personal information. It can promote a more inclusive work environment by removing hiring prejudices that exclude candidates from underrepresented groups. Implementing blind hiring practices can boost your DEI efforts for the following reasons: Blind hiring addresses prejudices prevalent in recruitment, as cited in some studies: … Read more »
Female employees are critical for business success. They help foster an inclusive workplace, increase creativity, and boost employer brand and profitability. So, it makes sense to consider benefits for female employees. According to Statista, an estimated 1.3 billion females are employed globally. Yet, Manpower’s Global Talent Shortage survey revealed that nearly 4 in 5 employers find… Read more »
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Tokenism is when a company tries to look diverse by including people from marginalized groups on the surface — but without a real commitment to fairness and inclusion. This often means hiring people from these groups but not giving them the same chances for promotion or pay, or really listening to what they have to… Read more »
