How Unconscious Bias Affects Hiring and Interviews
Every hiring manager knows they make decisions based on merit, but even those with good intentions can be swayed by unconscious bias. At People Konnect, we hear this in almost every conversation with clients, and we know it's genuine. It is correct to say that good intentions don't cancel out the mental shortcuts that our brain takes in a matter of seconds. These unconscious biases can be responsible for deciding who gets interviewed, who should get an offer, and who should have to reapply.
Everything you need to know about unconscious bias in hiring.
Unconscious bias in hiring refers to unconscious ...
Why Infant Attrition Is Rising: And What You Can Do About It
When one in four top MBA hires leaves within six months, it isn’t just a talent problem, it’s a business challenge that hits your culture, your client relationships, and your long-term growth. This early exit trend, called infant attrition, is quietly becoming one of the biggest drains on organizations today.
So, How Bad is it?
Recent data shows MBA graduates from Top-10 and Tier-1 colleges had an infant attrition rate of 25% in FY 2022–23, with only a slight improvement at 24% the following year.* If you’re seeing similar churn, you’re not alone. Competing opportunities and shifting workplace expectations are accelerating ...
Women in Sales – Not just a Moment, it’s a Movement!
The sales profession has long been shaped by stereotypes that have often sidelined women from taking the lead. But this narrative is evolving—women are now redefining success in sales by harnessing strengths like empathy, collaboration, and resilience.
Globally, women make up 41% of sales professionals, yet only 30% occupy leadership roles.
This gap highlights the work still needed to break the glass ceiling in sales leadership.
Despite undeniable progress, women in sales face challenges that cannot be ignored.
Pay gaps persist, with women earning 23% less than their male counterparts on average.
Stereotypes and unconscious biases often block access to high-visibility roles, ...
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