Workplace BIAS

What is likeability bias?

• A manager only promotes workers who have the same hobbies as them

• A strict woman is called "bossy," while a strict man is seen as a "strong leader"

• A manager hires someone just because they went to the same school

• A boss gives better performance reviews to friendly coworkers over hardworking ones

Which bias assumes mothers are less committed to their job?

• Affinity bias

• Maternal bias

• Attribution bias

• Performance bias

Which of the following is an example of affinity bias?

• A manager hires someone just because they share hobbies

• A woman is not committed to work after having a child

• Thinking men perform better than women in leadership

• Overlooking someone’s qualifications based on their accent

What is a microaggression?

• Holding the door open for a colleague

• Not promoting women to leadership roles

• Complimenting a colleague on their work

• Saying "You’re strong for a woman!"

Which of these statements is true?

• Only men can be supervisors at the warehouse

• Women should do cleaning and organising tasks

• Both men and women can do a job well if trained properly

• Women should stay at home and look after children

During a group project, Elijah asks Aria, “Where are you REALLY from?” What makes this question problematic?

• It implies Aria doesn’t belong

• It’s a casual way to confirm where Aria grew up

• It suggests her ethnicity is unusual

• Common question everyone asks

What can you do to support gender equality in the workplace?

• Remain silent during discussions about gender issues

• Speak up for female colleagues and challenge gender bias when it occurs

• Only support gender equality if it directly benefits you

• Avoid discussing gender issues to prevent discomfort

Why is it important to speak up against bias in the workplace?

• It helps everyone feel included and treated fairly

• It ensures only only the best workers get promoted

• It makes meeting more fun

• Bias will go away on its own