Culture fit is the idea of recruiting individuals whose value systems, beliefs and everyday behaviors align well with the hiring organization.
Source: Gallup, October 11, 2022. Link.
While this might seem reasonable and harmless, hiring decisions based on an individual’s perception of culture fit can be unfair and influenced by unconscious bias.
INSIGHTS: Remember pearls form when an oyster’s shell and mantle are irritated.
Hiring based on perceived character values of integrity, accountability, continual improvement mindset, respect for others, and team first mentality not only makes sense, it makes culture sense! Use lenses that help you discern the pearls not the oysters.