Unconscious Biases in The Workplace - An Interview

Yes, I'm biased... and you are, too.Ouch, I know!Just like you, I wished that I could say I'm free of biases... be these biases on race, gender, sexual orientation, disability, religion, or others. But biases happen in a split-second. It's a brain process that identifies and categorized information in a way we're not consciously aware of.  Even when we say that we are very open-minded and not prejudiced, biases still creep upon us. Sadly, they're inevitable.The good news is that having a bias doesn’t make you a bad person and not every bias is negative or hurtful. The problem arises when we don't recognize our biases which can then lead to bad or unjust decisions at work, in life, and in relationships overall.And this is exactly why we need to examine our biases and be mindful of our hidden prejudices and the way they influence our actions and thoughts. One way to do this is to listen to other people's stories - to empathize with them, learn from them, and expand your perspective by doing so. This episode of The Manager Track is the last part of a 3-part interview series with powerful and courageous Black women.Join me and Ericka in this honest and authentic conversation about biases, discrimination, and racism. * Disclaimer: Shownotes may contain affiliate links. That means that I am awarded a small commission for purchases made through them, at no added cost to you.