Work On Your Game: Dominate With Mindset, Strategy & Execution #3508: Unconscious Bias Is Human: Make It Work For You
Dec 21, 2025
Unconscious bias is a natural part of being human, serving as a quick survival tool rather than a flaw. Recognizing this can shift your perspective, using bias to your advantage. Instant judgments are inevitable, but learning to control the framing of those judgments can influence others' perceptions. Examining your biases can reveal personal weaknesses, turning them into opportunities for growth. Strong energy and a commanding presence can disrupt negative narratives, empowering you to reshape how you are seen.
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Starbucks Philly Incident And Reaction
- Dre Baldwin recounts the Philly Starbucks incident where two Black men were asked to leave and police were called, sparking national outrage.
- Starbucks closed stores for bias training, which Dre criticizes as performative and ineffective.
Bias Is Pattern Recognition For Speed
- Unconscious bias is pattern recognition created for speed and survival, not moral failing.
- You cannot erase these biases because they come from experience and repetition.
Accept Bias And Leverage It
- Accept that you have biases and focus on awareness instead of denial.
- Learn to flip biases to your advantage by understanding and using them strategically.