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To close the gap at the top, start with the bottom
The NFL adopted the Rooney Rule 20 years ago as part of an effort to address racial disparity in top coaching positions. But new research suggests the gap will persist unless it’s closed with lower-level coaching staff.
New AI audit law ‘necessary’ to keep hiring equal in NYC
Enforcement begins today for New York City’s new law requiring companies reveal the use of AI hiring tools, as well as conduct bias audits of the technology annually. Allison Koenecke, assistant professor of information science at Cornell University, studies fairness…
Study Outlines Steps To Reduce ‘Cybervetting’ Bias in Hiring
A new paper on cybervetting finds organizations need to implement clearly defined rules regarding how they use online information about job candidates. Failing to regulate ‘cybervetting’ can introduce bias into an organization’s hiring processes and hurt the organization’s bottom line.
Employer Pitfalls of the TikTok Resume Trend
As job seekers post video resumes on the popular app TikTok and rack up impressive page views, employers run certain risks, including overlooking potentially strong non-video savvy applicants or unwittingly succumbing to bias, says a Maryland Smith expert.
‘Best White Paper’ Shows Potential Way to Harness AI for a More Equitable Workplace
New research that garnered a Best White Paper award at the 2021 Wharton Analytics Conference shows a way to harness artificial intelligence and machine learning tools to build a more equitable workforce.
Want to hire more women? Expand your short list
As more male-dominated industries look for ways to hire women, new Cornell University research offers employers a simple solution – make your initial job candidate short list longer.
Research Finds Bias Against Job Candidates Motivated by Pay, Benefits
Study finds strong evidence of hiring-manager bias against job candidates who reveal interest in the likes of pay and benefits. But being motivated by both the work itself and factors like high pay, flexibility, vacation and family leave, is both common and better for the organization and employee.