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Overview

Most workplaces now have anti-discrimination and anti-harassment policies in place. But hidden bias can nonetheless creep in and damage workplace culture, productivity, and even retention. Also known as implicit bias, this type of bias manifests in stereotypes and attitudes that can guide the decision-making process in a subliminal way. And, unfortunately, all of us are prone to have some level of unconscious bias. Thus, the challenge for HR is to figure out how to identify and rid unconscious bias as best you can, so your organization can create and foster a culture of inclusiveness, respect, and acceptance. Doing so can have a positive impact on hiring, retention, and engagement.

Why you should Attend

What is hidden bias? It is subtle but can reveal itself in different ways, such as: 

  • An interviewer asks different questions of different candidates, depending on their race, age, and gender
  • An executive invites a male worker to attend a sporting event while ignoring a female worker who’s sitting right there
  • A manager assumes that a young dad won’t be interested in a promotion because he’s too busy with his kids

These may all seem like little things, but they can add up to create a pervasive (and possibly illegal) culture of bias. But, how do you do eliminate unconscious bias and foster a culture of inclusiveness? This webinar is designed to teach you fundamental skills for recognizing and correcting hidden-unconscious-biases that can negatively impact hiring, retention, and other areas, such as team-based collaboration and performance.

Areas Covered in the Session

  • Identify and address unconscious bias in individuals and in your organizational culture, with an emphasis on business systems and processes
  • Understanding the filters that we all see the world through 
  • Create a culture of belonging by taking small actions that result in big change 
  • Outline the ways in which an inclusive atmosphere will benefit the organization 
  • Increase awareness of unconscious bias in the recruiting, hiring, and retention process, and learn solutions 
  • Conduct an HR self-audit to uncover hidden biases within the department 
  • Solve problems stemming from individual, organizational, and systemic biases that affect diversity, inclusion, and employees’ sense of belonging 
  • And much more!

Who Will Benefit

  • HR leaders
  • Managers
  • Supervisors

Speaker Profile

Marlin D. Smith is a dynamic HR professional that is passionate about helping employees and companies find common ground for success. As founder of Mandrake HR Consulting, LLC, he has a solid background in leadership, safety, and employee culture from over 15 years in Human Resources leadership. He believes that the key to a successful employer/employee relationship is commitment: on the part of the employer to provide the best environment for employee to thrive, and on the part of the employee to bring the whole of their skills to the table to fulfill their given roles. When both parties bring their best, it’s amazing what can happen!

Marlin has been a featured speaker and presenter with the Society for Human Resource Management for several years, presenting at State and National conferences on leadership, and diversity & inclusion.

Due to his ability to mix humor, relatability and strong content, he consistently receives high marks from session attendees. A graduate of the University of Chicago (AB’97), Marlin is also a Dale Carnegie graduate. He currently serves as Director of Human Resources at ConMet with oversight of their U.S. plants. He and his family reside in Charlotte, North Carolina.