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How to Embrace Equity and Diversity in Your Recruitment Strategy

Diversity, equity, and inclusion: Does your organization embrace DEI? Here are the first four ways to get started, but Prequel Solutions would love it if you continued reading to focus on the “inclusive job descriptions,” as we believe this is sorely overlooked!


1. Write inclusive job descriptions. Use gender-neutral language and focus on essential skills to attract a wider pool of candidates.
2. Provide blind resume screening: Remove identifying information like names and addresses to reduce unconscious bias.
3. Offer a diverse interview panel: Ensure interviewers represent different backgrounds and perspectives.
4. Standardized interview questions: Use consistent skill-based questions for all candidates to ensure fair comparisons.

Ready to take a deeper look at the whys of inclusive job descriptions — using gender-neutral language and focusing on essential skills in job descriptions.

Reduces unconscious bias: Focusing on skills rather than personal attributes helps hiring managers evaluate candidates more objectively.

Reduces gender bias: Gendered language can discourage specific candidates from applying. For example, words like “aggressive” or “competitive” are often associated with masculine traits and may deter some women from applying.

Widens the applicant pool: By using inclusive language, you attract a more diverse range of candidates, potentially increasing the quality and quantity of applicants.

Focuses on actual job requirements: Emphasizing essential skills ensures you’re attracting candidates based on their ability to perform the job rather than on stereotypes or non-essential attributes.

Promotes equality: Your organization values diversity and judges candidates solely on their merits and abilities.

Improves company image: Job seekers often view companies with inclusive job descriptions as more progressive and desirable workplaces.

Increases innovation: Diverse teams are often more innovative, so attracting a more comprehensive range of candidates can ultimately benefit the company’s performance.

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