Everyday Diversity™ Difficult Name

Making Assumptions Based on a Name

We all know the dangers that come from making assumptions based on one aspect of a person - such as their name. People want to be seen as whole people and our name is just one part of who we are. This kind of bias can be very subtle and we may not even realize that it is being done. So, as we think about putting this into action, let’s support all of employees in the appropriate pronunciation of their names and to watching any biases that start from someone’s name.

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Competencies

  • Understanding Diversity
  • Fostering Inclusion, Equity & Belonging

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TrainingBriefs® I Can’t Pronounce That Name!

TrainingBriefs® I Can’t Pronounce That Name!

New Micro-Learning! When we meet new people, we can be unfamiliar with how to pronounce their names. But what happens when we let someone’s name interfere with our judgment? When we make decisions - like hiring - based on just a name of a candidate, we definitely exhibit bias. We should instead look not for culture fit but for a culture add – what can a person bring to the team.

Training Files (26)

TitleTypeTime/PagesLanguage
Difficult Name
Video with graphics and narrator
Video Vignette01:06 min EnglishDemo
Difficult Name
Video without narrator
Video Vignette00:45 min EnglishDemo
Difficult Name
Discussion Guide
Workshop Material4 pages EnglishDemo
Difficult Name
Video Discussion Questions
Workshop Material2 pages EnglishDemo

Additional Information

When we meet people new, we can be unfamiliar with how to pronounce their names. This video looks at what happens when we let someone’s name interfere with our judgment.


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