HR Glossary

What is Affinity Bias?

The unconscious tendency to favor people who share similar backgrounds, experiences, interests, or characteristics, resulting in biased hiring, development, and promotion decisions.

Why it matters in hiring

Affinity Bias 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

• Activity-Based Working
• Adaptive Learning
• ADDIE Model
• ADGM Employment Regulations (UAE)
• Affinity Group
• Adoption Leave
• ADKAR Model
• Affirmative Action

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