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This is why affirmative action was removed. And, it's also the exact same reason why affirmative action was put in place. Gender and racial bias will exist reg
by irjustin 5y ago
This is why affirmative action was removed. And, it's also the exact same reason why affirmative action was put in place.
Gender and racial bias will exist regardless of quotas nor lack of quotas.
In the end the best way is just like a lot of hiring platforms, remove name, picture and any identifying references. As blind as possible is probably the most fair methodology.
Problem is just like interviews, though, eventually you need to speak to the person/team. It's where all these issues show up.
Better than nothing in my eyes.
- awofford 5y agoI think there has to be some kind of subjective measure in the hiring process. Two people could have similarly excellent credentials and experience, but one may have terrible social/communication skills that are likely not reflected in their resume. I’ve seen several people say that screening for “culture fit” just introduces bias in the process, which is likely true, but I don’t think that negates the reality of some people just not being good fits for certain teams. I agree that a blind-as-possible hiring process is probably the most fair, but I have doubts that it actually leads to the best hiring decisions. Although, quotas are fair to no one, in my opinion.