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7. The Contrast Effect
This bias refers to evaluating the performance of one person in contrast to another because you experienced the individuals either simultaneously or in close succession.
Opportunity: If you find yourself comparing two people, especially in the hiring process, write down why you are leaning toward one over the other. Be sure your assessment is of each of them individually, not in comparison to one another.
8. Gender Bias
Preferring one gender over another or assuming that one gender is better for the job.
Opportunity: Try to use neutral language in job descriptions that don’t resonate more with one gender over another. When thinking about development opportunities or promotions, try to switch the gender of the person you’re thinking about and see if it changes your perception of their readiness.
9. The Halo/Horns Effect
The tendency to put someone on a pedestal or think more highly of them after learning something impressive about them, or conversely, perceiving someone negatively after learning something unfavorable about them.
Opportunity: Consider why you have a negative (or positive) perception. Ask yourself if your perception stems from unconscious stereotyping based on race, gender, or ethnicity, for instance.
10. Name Bias
When you judge a person based on their name and perceived background. This is especially important when reviewing resumes.
Opportunity: Remove candidates’ names from resumes to ensure you choose people based on their skills and experience, not their perceived background.
11. Weight Bias
Judging a person negatively because they are larger or heavier than average.
Opportunity: When making judgments about a person, consider how you would feel if the person was thinner.
Now that you are aware of the different kinds of unconscious bias, you can start to put systems in place to prevent bias from interfering in your hiring and workplace decisions. For additional help, check out Catalyst’s entire Break the Cycle Toolkit, which features guides for managers, HR experts, and senior leaders on how to eliminate gender bias in hiring, performance assessments, and more.
Why Federal? 5 Benefits of a Government Career
Every day, members of the federal workforce do important work that helps our nation move forward—from public health to agriculture to transportation—while providing solutions for the challenges our Nation faces. Some people, however, may not consider a federal career in their field, or even know that career opportunities exist for them in the government. Next time you look for a new job, remember these five great benefits of a federal career:
A Career with a Mission
As public servants, we hold a special trust from the Nation that we work hard to uphold. At DCAA, and as an agency in DoD, our contract audits help protect the American taxpayers’ dollars and support our military service members. Your work has significant impact and serves the greater good.
Stability and Security
A federal career affords you peace of mind regarding your job security. As one of the largest employers in the Nation, government careers remain stable, with salaries that are established according to the General Schedule (GS) pay scale. And if you change locations or even federal agencies, your retirement, leave, and other benefits move with you.
Career Growth Opportunities
Through the GS pay scale, opportunities for advancement in GS level and salary occur at recurring intervals. At DCAA, entry-level employees who meet required performance standards can be reviewed for potential advancement every 52 weeks. Good job performance is key for this fast track to career advancement!
Generous Benefits Packages
Federal employment means that you have choices among exceptional benefits programs to assist you in many aspects and stages of your life. Learn about your options for health insurance, retirement plans, transportation subsidies, financial support for education, and more on our website.
Work-Life Balance
Working for the government affords you the opportunity to thrive in your professional and personal life. With significant paid leave, flexible scheduling, and health and wellness programs available through both federal and DCAA-wide programs, you can avoid burn-out and balance all you do.
DCAA employees work hard every day to protect our country by protecting the warfighter and the American taxpayer. See how you can serve your country and neighbors today.
Make a Difference!
At Segal, our mission is to provide trusted advice that improves lives. How? By delivering benefits and HR consulting services that help organizations give their people health and financial peace of mind.
We value differences.
It’s our strong belief that diversity, equity and inclusion is not only the right thing to do, it promotes greater innovation and helps ensure we deliver the most creative solutions to our clients.
Join us.
Visit us at segalco.com/about-us/careers and check out our current job openings on LinkedIn.
Page 24 equal opportunity employment journal January 2022 January 2022 equal opportunity employment journal Page 25 People come from all over the world People come from all over the world to study here, to practice here, and to be treated here.you do. After you have planned your career, you must act according to the plans. After you have set the goals, you must execute the steps that move you towards those goals. to study here, to practice here, and to be treated here.It’s no use if you stick it on the wall, stare at it everyday but do nothing. Remember, act now. 4. The Art Is in Do The art of getting things done and in fact getting more done is in starting to DO. Start People come from all over the world small if you have to, aim for the lowest hanging fruit if you have to. The important thing to study here, to practice here, and to be treated here. is to get traction for your action. That way, small victories and achievements will spur you to do more. It is true with projects and it is true with your career too. Act now is an art you hone across time. 5. If You Don’t Who Will?
"Act" continued from page 12 6. The Hard Discipline of
Getting into Action Getting into action and getting things done takes a lot of effort. So, it’s easy for you to stand out and be competitive if you can get into action fast and follow up fast. That is what a lot of people do not have. As long as you have the hard discipline of acting now, you will gain advantage. People like to hide behind big phrases like “I am the big picture person”, “I am better at strategies” as if these big picture and strategies are of any use without someone putting them into place. 7. Once You Start You
Can’t Stop
You want to surpass people at work? Be a competitive advantage to the team so the boss notices? Then be the Do-er. Do not be afraid that people will think lesser of you. There is too much credit given to so called ‘thinkers’ who do nothing but talk, talk, and talk. Nothing ever gets done. They think they are thinkers. I call them time wasters.
If you can act upon those plans and get things going, people will see you as someone who is productive. The best part is, it does not discount you as a thinker! Who says do-ers can’t be thinkers as well?
Once you gain traction for your action. Keep moving. Do not stop. You will get better at it. You will get more done and you will be more productive. That is one great advantage that is very difficult to compete with. As I mentioned, doing takes a lot of discipline. Discipline many people do not possess.
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Mt. San Antonio Gardens, fondly known as "The Gardens", is a nationally recognized Life Care community in southern California.
Mt. San Antonio Gardens offers a wide variety of employment opportunities.
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Thomas Jefferson University and Thomas Jefferson University Hospitals are committed to excellence in the delivery of patient care, educating the health professionals of tomorrow and discovering new knowledge. As one of the most distinguished medical institutions in the country, our history is filled with outstanding people and accomplishments. Thomas Jefferson University and Thomas Jefferson University Hospitals are committed to excellence in the delivery of patient care, educating the health professionals of tomorrow and discovering new knowledge. As one of the most distinguished medical institutions in the country, our history is filled with outstanding people and accomplishments. Diversity, inclusion and cultural competence are critical components of our mission and we celebrate the uniqueness of each of our employees are committed to excellence in the delivery of patient care, educating the health professionals of tomorrow and discovering new knowledge. As one of the most distinguished medical institutions in the country, our history is filled with outstanding people and accomplishments. Diversity, inclusion and cultural competence are critical components of our mission and we celebrate the uniqueness of each of our employees every day. In keeping with Jefferson’s Mission, We Improve Lives, it is our goal to recruit, retain, develop and reward highlyqualified employees. If you are enthusiastic, caring and dedicated to service excellence, we invite you to consider joining Jefferson. Jefferson encourages its employees to expand their knowledge and develop their careers through The MaineHealth network of hospitals and healthcare organizations offers outstanding career opportunities to work and live in one of the every day. most spectacular areas of our nation. Joining MaineHealth presents rewarding careers throughout our non-profit healthcare system. Diversity, inclusion and cultural competence are critical components of our mission and we celebrate the uniqueness of each of our employees To learn more about Jefferson visit www.jeffersonhr.org To learn more about Jefferson, visit To apply online visit: growth opportunities and continuing education.
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