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How Can Technology Reduce Bias in the Workplace? Interview with Dr. Julia Shaw

How Can Technology Reduce Bias in the Workplace? Interview with Dr. Julia Shaw

FromDigital HR Leaders with David Green


How Can Technology Reduce Bias in the Workplace? Interview with Dr. Julia Shaw

FromDigital HR Leaders with David Green

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Length:
37 minutes
Released:
Jan 21, 2020
Format:
Podcast episode

Description

Our memory can lead us astray in an astonishing number of ways, including by causing us to remember things we think we've done, but actually haven't. My guest on today's episode of the podcast, is Dr. Julia Shaw.The psychologist, honorary research associate at University College London, author of two fascinating books, the memory illusion and evil and co-founder of artificial intelligence-based reporting tool Spot, Julia is best known for her work in the areas of memory and criminal psychology. It's a fascinating topic, and as you'll learn, one that has significant relevance in the workplace.In our conversation, Julia and I discuss:  The role of unconscious bias and the dangers of people using this as an excuse for their far more visible biases The application of memory science in the workplace, and how our memories can let us down, particularly in stressful situations  How technology and analytics is helping improve reporting on episodes of harassment or discrimination in the workplace We look into the crystal ball and ponder what the role of HR will be in 2025Support for this podcast is brought to you by Gapsquare, to learn more visit www.gapsquare.com/accelerate. Our GDPR privacy policy was updated on August 8, 2022. Visit acast.com/privacy for more information.
Released:
Jan 21, 2020
Format:
Podcast episode

Titles in the series (100)

In this series, David Green will be speaking to a range of senior HR leaders who are pushing a data-driven and digital HR agenda. There is an increasing need for HR professionals to become more digitally and numerically literate – to acquire the skills necessary to process, produce and leverage digital information to create business value. You'll hear from people leaders who are driving transformation in their organisations on how HR can prepare for the future and what HR leaders need to do to prepare for the Future of Work. Our GDPR privacy policy was updated on August 8, 2022. Visit acast.com/privacy for more information.