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32. Inclusive Language in Questions
How to write and ask questions that avoid culturally specific assumptions and jargon.
Screening & Interviewing Skills for Talent Acquisition: Behavioral and Structured Interviews with STAR
Inclusive Language in Questions
Choosing words and assumptions in interview questions so candidates from any background can understand and answer fairly.
"I lost a great candidate after asking about 'the corner office' — I didn't realize that phrasing assumed a corporate path."
Inclusive language avoids culturally specific references, jargon, and assumptions about experiences, so all candidates can respond to the same intent. It reframes questions to be neutral, clear, and based on observable behaviors or outcomes.
"I lost a great candidate after asking about 'the corner office' — I didn't realize that phrasing assumed a corporate path."
Inclusive language avoids culturally specific references, jargon, and assumptions about experiences, so all candidates can respond to the same intent. It reframes questions to be neutral, clear, and based on observable behaviors or outcomes.