De bias
Example: De bias in het sollicitatieproces kan onbewust zijn.
Definition
"De bias" in HR refers to the unconscious or conscious prejudice that affects decision-making processes, such as hiring or evaluations. It means that personal opinions or stereotypes influence judgments, often leading to unfair or unequal treatment of candidates or employees.
Etymology
The term "de bias" comes from the English word "bias," originally a term from archery describing an angled or slanted shot. Over time, it evolved into a metaphor for a tendency or inclination that skews judgment. The Dutch use of "de bias" in HR reflects this concept of an unconscious slant or prejudice in decision-making.
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"De bias" appears in the Vocaplus list "Dutch - HR - (A1-C2) - set 1", containing 182 commonly used words.
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