Unpacking Hidden Prejudices: The Subtle Bias in Team Dynamics

Not all prejudice is loud or obvious. In this episode, we explore the quiet kind: the one that hides behind gut feelings and culture fit. We'll break down how implicit bias shapes team dynamics, hiring decisions, and everyday interactions, even in well-meaning workplaces.

What if the biggest barrier to equity on your team isn’t hate, but habit?

In this episode of the Cognition Catalog, we dig into the subtleties of prejudice that often hide in plain sight. These aren't the overt acts of hostility we usually associate with bias, but the quiet, unnoticed attitudes and assumptions that shape who gets hired, heard, and left behind.

We'll explore the nature of implicit prejudice, its impact on team dynamics, and how we can challenge and change these hidden biases to create fairer and more inclusive workplaces.

Tune in to learn actionable steps to recognize and interrupt these biases, ensuring we all contribute to a more equitable environment.

Topics:• 02:25 - A Personal Anecdote on Bias• 03:21 - Understanding Implicit Prejudice• 06:13 - The Science Behind Implicit Bias• 08:54 - Addressing and Mitigating Bias

To explore more about Prejudice, don’t miss the full article on the Cognition Catalog!

Don’t forget to subscribe to the newsletter to be the first to know when new episodes drop!

Join me every week for insights on a new cognitive bias!