It’s time to get a handle on implicit biases at the workplace. Daniel Schwartz of Shipman & Goodwin draws on research from his former law professor, Kimberly Norwood of Washington University Law, in this recent blog post. Norwood says we all have implicit biases; now, it’s about exposing them so we can make informed and correct decisions. “Because there is a clear link between automatic stereotypes and behavior, it is important to untangle automatic associations that can do harm,” she says.
Schwartz explains how this translates to the workplace. He uses the example of an overweight candidate applying for a job. “Is your implicit bias giving you bad vibes despite the superior credentials and great interview?” Now what? The answer isn’t so easy. “Whether courts accept this theory and whether it’s scientifically proven remains to be seen,” says Schwartz.
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