According to the study, gender bias in hiring has decreased from 4 per cent to 1 per cent in the space of ten years. — iStock picWhether unconsciously applied or not, these gender biases can significantly affect employee productivity and the financial position of companies, even when they occur infrequently, according to a new US study from the University of Oregon.
“Bias is a problem ingrained in us. It is systematic. It’s not typically about bad intent. It is a natural response of human beings to make sense of our complex world by taking mental shortcuts. In addition to risking legal action, they also take the risk of hiring a less qualified candidate, which will have consequences on the productivity levels of teams.
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