Chapter
Overcoming Bias in Hiring and Training
19:10 - 24:43 (05:33)
The NFL combine only tests for certain skills and doesn't effectively measure a player's ability to perform in a game. Similarly, in hiring practices, companies tend to focus on finding answers that align with their biases instead of looking for the answers they need to create a more diverse workforce.
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The lack of diversity in hiring is due to only looking for the answers we want instead of looking for what we need, promoting equality of opportunity in both sports and employment is necessary to level the playing field.
19:10 - 21:52 (02:42)
Summary
The lack of diversity in hiring is due to only looking for the answers we want instead of looking for what we need, promoting equality of opportunity in both sports and employment is necessary to level the playing field.
ChapterOvercoming Bias in Hiring and Training
EpisodeWhy you should forget about setting goals | ReThinking with Adam Grant
PodcastTED Talks Daily
Deb Roy discusses how sports combine testing could be improved by breaking down skills into smaller building blocks and giving athletes more opportunities to showcase their abilities in a variety of situations.
21:52 - 23:26 (01:34)
Summary
Deb Roy discusses how sports combine testing could be improved by breaking down skills into smaller building blocks and giving athletes more opportunities to showcase their abilities in a variety of situations.
ChapterOvercoming Bias in Hiring and Training
EpisodeWhy you should forget about setting goals | ReThinking with Adam Grant
PodcastTED Talks Daily
In this episode, the host discusses the issue with goal setting and the importance of challenging oneself to avoid taking the easiest route.
23:26 - 24:43 (01:16)
Summary
In this episode, the host discusses the issue with goal setting and the importance of challenging oneself to avoid taking the easiest route. Living life in an abstract way may lead to constant growth and a pursuit of greatness.