There’s plenty of research to show that we evaluate people more positively when we feel they’re more like us. Similarities in experience, attitude, political views, and physical appearance all increase the likelihood that people will ‘connect’ - even if those similarities are hiding weaknesses that make the person ill-suited for the job.
What is the role of unconscious bias in hiring and career advancement? Are we unwittingly hiring in our own likeness? This article discusses the importance of diversity in the workplace, and what benefits we can reap from it:
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