HR Glossary

What is Abilene Paradox?

A group dynamics phenomenon where team members collectively agree to a decision that none of them individually want, driven by mismanaged agreement and fear of conflict.

Why it matters in hiring

Abilene Paradox comes up whenever teams compare candidates, set policy or report on people data. Getting the definition right keeps decisions consistent, which is the same reason springhire scores every applicant against the same criteria rather than on impression.

Related terms starting with A

• AAP - Affirmative Action Plan
• Abandonment Rate
• Absconding
• Absenteeism
• Absenteeism Rate
• ACA - Affordable Care Act
• ACAS - Advisory, Conciliation and Arbitration Service
• Accessibility

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