Sara Sanford: How to design gender bias out of your workplace

The video discusses gender bias in the workplace, highlighting a personal story of bias and self-doubt. It examines the stalled progress in gender equality, ineffective solutions like training, and the impact of unconscious bias. The speaker proposes solutions through cultural adjustments and introduces a standardized certification for gender equity. The video concludes with a call to action for businesses to eliminate workplace bias.

What was the main issue the speaker faced with her proposal in the workplace?

• It was not aligned with company goals.

• It was rejected by all department heads.

• It was ignored until a male colleague presented it.

• It was too complex for others to understand.

What year was initially predicted for the wage gap to close?

• 2059

• 2099

• 2119

• 2029

What is a major reason women are leaving fast-growing sectors like tech?

• Lack of skills

• Cultural issues

• Insufficient pay

• Limited job opportunities

Why do diversity trainings often backfire according to the speaker?

• They are not engaging enough.

• They lead to resistance among white men.

• They focus too much on skills.

• They are too expensive.

What is one suggested change to job applications to reduce bias?

• Add a personality test.

• Require a video interview.

• Move the gender checkbox to the end.

• Include more personal questions.

How can frequent performance evaluations help reduce bias?

• They are more subjective.

• They focus on personality traits.

• They eliminate feelings-based assessments.

• They are less time-consuming.

What is the purpose of the standardized certification for gender equity?

• To promote more diversity trainings.

• To improve company profits.

• To increase the number of female employees.

• To measure hidden opportunity gaps.

What are 'vanity metrics' according to the speaker?

• Metrics that are difficult to understand.

• Metrics that can be bought.

• Metrics that are easy to measure.

• Metrics that show company profits.

What is one factor that consistently matters to women in the workplace?

• Paid family leave

• Flexible working hours

• High salaries

• Company reputation

What message does the speaker believe businesses need to hear?

• They should focus on profits.

• They can be anything they want now.

• They need more diversity trainings.

• They should hire more men.