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Are We Just Hiring Our Work BFFs?

Turns out, landing a job might be more about vibes than your resume! New research shows hiring managers are way more likely to pick candidates they personally like—think 'great personality' or 'friendly'—over actual skills. But here’s the kicker: this can backfire, leading to bias and even pushing high performers to quit because feedback gets too generic. Plus, women get labeled 'bubbly' while men are 'confident.' Shouldn’t we be hiring for skills, not just who we’d grab lunch with? #WorkplaceBias #HiringTrends #CareerTalk #HRInsights #JobCareer