That same report states that the percentage of female hires has dropped from 46.94% before Covid-19 to 44.86% after Covid-19. Hiring biases are well-discussed, but there are three in particular that Covid-19 amplifies the effects of. This is problematic as there is evidence to suggest that hiring committees that do not believe gender bias is a real thing promote fewer women. But with explanation bias, nobody has to accept that prejudice could be in play because this bias occurs when we are asked to generate an explanation for an outcome. Considerations for hiring managersAs companies progress with post Covid-19 workforce planning, those in recruiting and those evaluating candidates must be honest with themselves regarding any existing biases they may have against hiring women.

Source: Forbes June 20, 2020 12:11 UTC