Reducing Unconscious Bias - with Brandi Moncrief

In this episode, Andrea Butler interviews Brandi Moncrief about reducing unconscious bias. 

The key takeaway from this episode:

• Many people in organizations still think that they do not have any bias at all. This is particularly problematic when making high-stakes decisions, like hiring. People need to be willing to challenge their own thoughts and biases in order to make better and fairer decisions.

• To reduce bias, we need to go beyond quick training. Training is important and can help, but often training is a quick module and people don’t walk away with anything useful. There is a need to incorporate more real-life experiences and real-life conversations.

• Inclusive leadership is critical right now. One of the main skills of an inclusive leader is curiosity – asking questions and challenging your own thoughts and decisions. Inclusive leaders create more inclusive rooms and workplaces in general.