Course Description
In today’s diverse and interconnected business environment, the ability to
recognize and reduce unconscious bias is a critical leadership and
organizational skill. Mindful Management: Recognizing and
Reducing Bias in the Workplace is a transformative training
program that empowers professionals to identify, understand, and address
unconscious bias, fostering inclusion, equity, and collaboration across teams.
Unconscious bias influences how we perceive others, make decisions, and
interact in the workplace—often without our awareness. Left unexamined, it can
affect hiring, promotion, communication, and team dynamics, ultimately
hindering organizational performance and innovation. This course helps
participants uncover the hidden assumptions and automatic judgments that shape
behavior, while providing practical tools to counteract their effects.
Participants will begin by exploring the science of unconscious
bias—how the brain forms shortcuts, how biases develop over
time, and how they manifest in workplace behaviors. Through guided reflection,
real-world examples, and interactive exercises, learners will gain a deeper
understanding of how bias operates at both individual and organizational
levels.
The course introduces key types of bias—such as affinity
bias, confirmation bias, attribution bias, and performance bias—and
illustrates their impact on daily decisions, from recruitment to performance
evaluations. Participants will analyze common workplace scenarios and learn how
to identify when bias might influence communication, collaboration, or
leadership choices.
Beyond awareness, Mindful Management
focuses on actionable change. Learners will explore mindfulness techniques and
inclusive communication strategies that reduce bias in real time. By
integrating practices such as active listening, perspective-taking, and
self-reflection, participants will develop greater emotional intelligence and
enhance their ability to lead diverse teams effectively.
The workshop also provides strategies for creating systemic change—helping
HR professionals, leaders, and organizations design equitable policies and
processes that promote fairness and inclusion. Through discussion and
collaboration, participants will share insights, reflect on personal
experiences, and co-create solutions that foster accountability and cultural
transformation.
By the end of this course, participants will possess a practical toolkit for
recognizing bias, interrupting its influence, and creating more inclusive
environments. They will leave with renewed awareness, actionable strategies,
and the confidence to model mindful, equitable leadership that supports
diversity and organizational success.
Learning Objectives
Define unconscious bias and identify its various forms.
Identify common workplace biases and how they may impact interactions with
others.
Understand effective strategies for reducing unconscious bias, including
increasing awareness and implementing policies that promote fairness and
inclusion.
Gain practical skills and tools for increasing self-awareness, becoming more
mindful of one’s biases, and shifting behaviors to promote inclusion.
Connect with other professionals to exchange ideas, share experiences, and
collaborate on addressing unconscious workplace bias.
FAQs
What is unconscious bias?
Unconscious bias refers to automatic, unintentional attitudes or stereotypes
that affect our understanding, actions, and decisions. Everyone has biases, but
increasing awareness allows us to minimize their impact.
Why is addressing bias critical in the
workplace?
Bias can influence hiring, promotions, and teamwork—often leading to
inequitable outcomes. Recognizing and addressing bias improves inclusion,
engagement, and performance across the organization.
How does mindfulness help reduce bias?
Mindfulness techniques enhance self-awareness, enabling individuals to pause
and reflect before reacting. This conscious awareness helps reduce automatic,
biased responses and supports fair decision-making.
What will participants learn in Mindful
Management: Recognizing and Reducing Bias in the Workplace?
Participants will gain practical strategies for identifying bias, developing
inclusive behaviors, and creating equitable systems that support diversity and
collaboration.
Who should take this course?
This program is ideal for professionals at all levels—especially leaders, HR
practitioners, and managers—who want to build inclusive workplaces and
strengthen cultural awareness.
How can organizations benefit from this
training?
By addressing unconscious bias, organizations can enhance decision-making,
foster stronger team cohesion, stimulate innovation, and cultivate a more
inclusive and equitable workplace culture.
Agenda
Defining Unconscious Bias
Understand the concept of unconscious bias, its various forms, and how it
impacts workplace decisions, communication, and relationships.
Addressing Unconscious Bias
Explore practical strategies to identify and address personal and
organizational biases through self-reflection, awareness-building, and
inclusive leadership practices.
Identifying Workplace Unconscious Bias
Recognize how bias affects recruitment, promotions, performance evaluations,
and day-to-day interactions within diverse teams and departments.
Reducing Workplace Unconscious Bias
Develop practical tools, mindfulness techniques, and inclusive practices to
minimize bias, promote equity, and enhance team collaboration.
Audience
Managers and Supervisors
Learn to identify and reduce bias in leadership decisions, performance
management, and team communication to strengthen trust and inclusion.
Human Resource Professionals
Gain the tools to design equitable recruitment, hiring, and retention
strategies that eliminate bias and support diverse talent pipelines.
Executives and Senior Leaders
Understand how leadership behaviors shape organizational culture and model
inclusive, mindful leadership at all levels.
Team Leaders and Project Managers
Develop greater awareness to manage diverse teams effectively, foster
psychological safety, and encourage collaboration across perspectives.
Employees and Individual Contributors
Develop self-awareness to recognize and challenge bias in daily interactions,
fostering a culture grounded in fairness and respect.
Organizational Development Specialists
Learn to embed unconscious bias education within professional development and
culture-building initiatives to drive inclusion and engagement.
Comments
Rescheduling and Cancellations
If you need to reschedule or cancel your registration, please refer to the following policy:
• Rescheduling and Cancellations with Prior Notice: If you cancel at least fifteen (15) business days before the course begins, you will receive full credit for another session.
• Last-Minute Cancellations: Cancellations made fewer than fourteen (14) business days before the course starts will receive a 50% partial credit for a future session.
• No Shows: Participants who fail to attend without prior notice will not receive credit for future sessions, nor will a refund be issued.
• Substitution Option: If you cannot attend, you may substitute another person from your organization. Please notify us by email at least fifteen (15) business days before the course start date.