Overview
We all have unconscious biases. They are the result of how our brain collects and stores information for our use. However the information that is stored in not always an accurate reflection of our environment or experiences.This can become an issue when these unconscious biases unknowingly affect our attitudes, behaviours, and decision-making.
This half day workshop focuses on the three steps needed to address this issue - understanding how bias works, learning to recognise common biases, and knowing what steps we can take to combat bias.
Reducing bias is central to increasing diversity and inclusion. This, in turn, creates more diverse and inclusive workplaces which are more creative, innovative, productive, and consistently deliver better financial results.
Learning Outcomes
- Know what unconscious bias is and why it occurs
- Understand the impact of bias on workplace behaviour and the business, and the benefits of encouraging inclusion
- Have developed a common language to label bias
- Understand the actions to take to reduce bias and increase inclusion
Course Outline
Bias and the brain
- Learning from the neuroscience
- What are biases and why do we all have them?
Labelling bias
- Raising our awareness of biases
- Exploring the 5 main biases: Similarity, Expedience, Experience, Distance and Safety
- Understanding the impact of biases on behaviour and decision-making
Taking action to reduce bias and encourage inclusion
- Forming new habits and understanding growth mindset
- Using decision guides
- Strategies for reducing bias
In-House Course Information
| Duration | Half day |
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This course is available for in-house delivery at a cost of £1,175+VAT for members, reflecting their learning discount. Please contact us for more information about non-member pricing.
The only additional cost is facilitator expenses, such as travel, where applicable. The course can be delivered in person for up to 12 delegates or virtually for up to 10 delegates.
To learn more or discuss your specific requirements, please get in touch with us.
The Trainer
This course is facilitated by Sheila McDerment. Sheila is a business psychologist and a coach. She runs her own consultancy, offering learning solutions for business performance and personal growth. Her aim is to help individuals and organisations to be productive, positive and healthy.
Sheila describes herself as a pracademic. She uses her strong academic background to design well-researched, evidence-based training that is also fun, interactive and useful. She always works to ensure that delegates leave training courses with a practical set of tools and problem-solving approaches that transfer back into the real world.