Posts Tagged:Diversity and Inclusion

Importance of Job Descriptions

The Importance of Job Descriptions for Employers

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The importance of job descriptions for employers is vital to the hiring process. JDs show your unique culture and set employee expectations. To create quality JDs, you’ll need to do more than list the basic tasks, requirements, and skills for a position.  For instance, your JDs should include your company’s core values and social responsibilities…. Read more »

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What is Conscious Inclusion and How to Use It?

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Inclusion-based workplaces have advantages, including improved employee emotional well-being and retention. So, how can you practice “conscious inclusion” at work?   One way is conscious inclusion training to help prevent bias and conflicts that arise when you least expect them.  What is Conscious Inclusion? Before we dive into inclusion training and examples, let’s define “conscious… Read more »

Diverse Interview Panels

7 Tips to Create Diverse Interview Panels

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The first step to building an efficient diversity recruiting process is to have diverse interview panels. 68% of candidates believe a diverse interview panel is essential to better hiring experiences and outcomes. Diverse interview panels should include interviewers with diverse characteristics: age race gender identity sexual orientation skills experience When your interview panels are diverse,… Read more »

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The Ultimate List of Job Description Best Practices

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There are many elements involved in attracting the best candidates to your open roles. But, an experienced HR pro knows that it all starts with observing job description best practices. The way you structure, brand, market, and write your job description has a big impact on your hiring strategy, and helps you attract the right… Read more »

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Gen Z Is Leading the Way for Workplace Equality

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Gen Z is leading the charge for workplace equality like never before. With their unique insights and values, this generation strives to create a more inclusive and equitable future for all. If you work in HR, it’s key to recognize and understand this powerful influence on the modern workforce. In this age of social awareness,… Read more »

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How to Become a Good Diversity Recruiter (5 Tips)

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If you’ve been asking yourself, “How do I become a good diversity recruiter?” then I’ve got some answers for you. Starting a career in diversity recruitment is fulfilling and comes with a good salary. But there are a number of skills you’ll need before getting started. This includes having relevant experience in HR and recruitment,… Read more »

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9 Ways to Reduce Interviewer Bias in Recruitment

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One of the most important stages of the recruiting process is the interview. Unfortunately, a high-stakes conversation like a job interview can trigger interviewer bias affecting even the most experienced hiring managers. Failure to learn how to reduce interviewer bias may lead to your organization losing out on top talent. A  2018 Linkedin study on… Read more »

Exclusionary Synonym

30+ Examples of an Exclusionary Synonym

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What does exclusionary mean? The term is defined in different ways. Let’s define it and look at some examples of an exclusionary synonym. What does exclusionary mean? The Cambridge Dictionary defines exclusionary as: “causing someone or something not to be allowed to take part in an activity or to enter a place.” But this still needs… Read more »

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Why You Should Create a Strong Diversity and Inclusion Budget

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Recent DEI research shows that 78% of American workers believe working for an employer that values diversity and inclusion is important. Meanwhile, 89% of companies have a formal diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) strategy. And that’s why you need a comprehensive diversity and inclusion budget for your business. So, if your company doesn’t have a… Read more »

Content Bias Scanner

8 Examples of a Content Bias Scanner

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How do you ensure the content you create doesn’t deter or offend anyone who reads it? A content bias scanner can help you write…bias-free. Content bias scanners are great for any modern-day organization, but there’s no standard solution. So we’ve created a list of 8 top content bias scanners to help you find the best… Read more »

DEI Consultant

What’s a DEI Consultant & When Do You Need One?

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The focus on diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) is growing. And hiring a DEI consultant for your company can go a long way when it comes to attracting diverse talent and making your organization a great place to work.  What is a DEI consultant? DEI consultants help companies build and manage a more diverse, inclusive,… Read more »

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9 Helpful Diversity Recruiting Platforms for You

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Are you using diversity recruiting platforms to help build your team? 3 out of 4 (about 76%) of candidates say company diversity is essential when looking for jobs. But it’s not just job seekers looking at a company’s culture. A survey by Leger Marketing Inc. (on behalf of ESG Global Advisors and ACI Argyle Communications… Read more »

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8 Essential Diversity and Inclusion Metrics to Measure Inclusivity

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75% of organizations say DEI is one of their top priorities, but only 38% of companies successfully build an inclusive culture. Why? Most organizations fail to set up diversity and inclusion metrics to help measure their success. This makes it hard to prove to your stakeholders the importance of investing in DEI in the workplace…. Read more »

Ways to celebrate women’s history month

10 Ways to Celebrate Women’s History Month at Work

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Every year in March, people from all over the globe celebrate International Women’s Day. It’s a day to observe women’s economic, social, cultural, and political achievements.  It’s also a time to recognize how far the world has come in trying to achieve a gender-equal world. In this post, we’ll explain the history of International Women’s… Read more »

Job Description Tools

The Ultimate List of 40 Job Description Tools

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Inclusive, well-written job ads are your first step to attracting top candidates. But writing them is challenging, especially if you write them at scale. I’ve compiled a list of the best job description tools to help you stay on track. I organized the list into 2 tables (in alphabetical order) for easier reading. Job Description… Read more »