Recognize that we’re all human beings and that our brains make mistakes. Simply being aware of unconscious bias can immediately start to reduce our reliance on generalizations or stereotypes.
Establish clear criteria in advance of making decisions (hiring, promotion, etc.) so that bias gets taken out of the decision-making process.
Hold decision-makers accountable, including yourself. Scrutinize the criteria and think through whether it unintentionally screens out certain good candidates for hiring or promotion.
