Do you remember the movie Moneyball? Moneyball, an account of the Oakland Athletics’ 2002 baseball season, tells how the team outsmarted other Major League Baseball clubs by recruiting players based on advanced statistics, instead of old-school traditions. This innovative selection process allowed the A’s to compete against organizations that were wealthier and more powerful.

Likewise, businesses can improve performance by changing their employee selection processes. Read how to gain meaningful contributions from people of diverse backgrounds by minimizing selection bias.

Employers who value diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) have a strategic advantage. They improve their ability to address challenges, compete for top talent, and respond to a diverse customer base. Unfortunately, bias can easily creep into the selection process and undermine DEI practices. In this first of two articles about minimizing employee selection bias, read how to overcome bias in recruiting and screening employees.

Hiring? Don’t leave the door open to discrimination claims! Professor Joe “Doc” Nowlin of the 15dots team talks about Affirmative Action amid a labor shortage. If you’re an HR leader, business leader, or CEO, here’s what you need to know about anti-discrimination hiring strategies.