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  • What do you do when you realize you have a bias, even against yourself? Kristen Pressner is the Global Head of Human Resources at a multinational firm, and a tireless advocate for, and promoter of, women in the workplace. In this enlightening talk, Kristen explores how we can recognize our own hidden, irrational biases - and keep them from limiting us.
    The intro animation was produced as a collaboration between TEDxBasel and the Hochschule Luzern. The video was created by Fabian Schaeublin.
    Find out more about this event and the other ideas that were shared at www.tedxbasel.com/
    Kristen Pressner is the Global Head of Human Resources at a multinational firm. She graduated from Purdue University with top honors and received her MBA from The University of Dallas. Kristen is a passionate advocate and tireless campaigner for women in the workplace. She is married with 4 children.
    Favorite quote: “If you aren’t in over your head, how do you know how tall you are?” T.S. Elliot
    This talk was given at a TEDx event using the TED conference format but independently organized by a local community. Learn more at ted.com/tedx

Komentáře • 516

  • @briannadeluna3356
    @briannadeluna3356 Před 3 lety +35

    shoutout to the people that comment yall helping me with my homework rn lmaooo yall the reason i’m not gonna drop out thanks

  • @tijanacatenazzi700
    @tijanacatenazzi700 Před 6 lety +108

    We all have biases, but if we recognize them and do something about them we can avoid to be limited by them! Amazing talk

    • @kristenpressner7854
      @kristenpressner7854 Před 6 lety +2

      Tijana Catenazzi well said and thanks

    • @mayraj.torres504
      @mayraj.torres504 Před 4 lety +2

      Point well taken and made. Thank you kindly.

    • @sirmister9099
      @sirmister9099 Před rokem

      who do you harbor biases against?

    • @JamieAug
      @JamieAug Před 2 měsíci

      Who's to say that we are necessarily limited by them?

    • @wonkyu1qlee66
      @wonkyu1qlee66 Před 8 dny

      "We all have biases"-that's what social engineers want you to believe, so you will behave according to their idea of what is right.

  • @kurkync
    @kurkync Před 3 lety +6

    Going deeper. Isn't it a bias to think supportive, emotional, helpful, sensitive, fragile is worse than leader, provider, assertive, strong, driven?

  • @tracymack-askew1664
    @tracymack-askew1664 Před 7 lety +34

    Unconscious bias is real. The sooner we acknowledge it, the sooner we can start to change and improve it for the better. I commend Kristen for her candor and courage in sharing this message.

  • @leadershipdriven
    @leadershipdriven Před 6 lety +5

    Part of the great power of Kristen's talk, and her suggestion, is that it can be used to combat so many biases. How powerful is that? Additionally, you will begin to see how the people you surround yourself with will begin to demonstrate the influence - which Michael A. Pitcher states is the very heart of leadership! - that you have by making enlightened and honorable changes. By focusing on your own behaviors and beliefs (as also noted by Natalia Wallenberg in an early comment) rather than focusing on how others should change themselves you can make lasting differences in our world. Bravo, Kristen, for a practical path to accelerating our individual paths to a higher, more evolved level of interaction!

  • @wonkyu1qlee66
    @wonkyu1qlee66 Před 8 dny +1

    People like her tend to tag others or be willing to be tagged themselves with the negative label of "biased." In today's world, it has become a mental fashion to treat almost all ideas with a bias tagging game

  • @annemariedecarolis4527
    @annemariedecarolis4527 Před 3 lety +6

    This is by far one of my favorite TEDx Talks! As a fellow HR professional, I admire Pressner's candor, vulnerability and practical approach to uncovering unconscious biases.

  • @bgajdos1
    @bgajdos1 Před 5 lety +5

    thx for calling these out Kristen! I hope most of us (men) dont feel attacked when we start to talk about it.. (otherwise it will be hard to fight it)

  • @eduardoestellita
    @eduardoestellita Před 6 lety +6

    Very honest and vulnerable talk. The 'flip it to test it' idea is quite useful!

  • @chanshiacmo
    @chanshiacmo Před rokem +5

    Bias was the subject of the conversation, but the scope of this presentation is expanded beyond 'bias' into the deep world of self-discovery due to two factors: first, the degree of awareness Kristen brought to the issue when she was confronted with an apparent duality, and second, the final call she makes to self-check oneself continually. A very remarkable talk here. Even the superwomen and feminists would find the self-deprecating portrayal to be a tremendous eye opener for the need to continuously examine one's own unconscious predispositions.

    • @kristenpressner6795
      @kristenpressner6795 Před rokem +1

      Chanshi, you are too kind. Thanks and flip it to test it 👊🏼👊🏼

  • @smwordes
    @smwordes Před 7 lety +7

    Kristen Pressner's courage knows no bounds. For someone in her position to publicly admit to biases many (most?) people possess, but few own... and to start a conversation on the topic is profound. Her insights--and the tools she uses to bring it home to us that we, too, carry unconscious bias within us--in combination with the solutions she offers are priceless. Thank you, Kristen, for your bravery in starting this conversation!

    • @kristenpressner6795
      @kristenpressner6795 Před 7 lety +2

      Thanks for the kind words Suzanne. I truly think there's a lot of value to gain if we all #FlipItToTestIt!

  • @riseupnapa6161
    @riseupnapa6161 Před rokem +2

    Wow! That was amazing! I've got some work to do!

  • @noramauk9032
    @noramauk9032 Před 5 lety +5

    Check in on your brain shortcuts to root out hidden bias. Flip it to test it! This is terrific! I want to quilt this!!!

  • @jonathonstubbs7755
    @jonathonstubbs7755 Před 7 lety +5

    Flip it to Test it - seeing the world differently is something we all need to do more of. Im one of those who Kristen refers to who likes to think I hire the right person for the job and I don't 'see' gender', 'race' or 'difference' - or perhaps I do and thats why I find Kristen's call to action so engaging . I appreciated the authenticity of Kristen Pressner!

    • @kristenpressner6795
      @kristenpressner6795 Před 7 lety +1

      Thanks for your comment Johnathon, it takes a highly aware person to see yourself in the description and be committed to change. Thanks!

  • @tovekinooka684
    @tovekinooka684 Před 7 lety +10

    Unconscious bias has been talked & written about a lot in recent years, but this short, powerful and refreshingly honest talk suggests a simple but effective way to check ourselves: flip it to test it. Great stuff, Kristen Pressner - thank you!

  • @simondavie9970
    @simondavie9970 Před 7 lety +3

    "What if you're missing an opportunity to see the world differently?" There's so much to gain for so many, from this 'flip it to test it' idea.
    My favourite TED talk for a really long time!
    Insightful, important & implementable :)

  • @pkrause1123
    @pkrause1123 Před 7 lety +30

    Kristen's observation 'flip it to test it' is brilliant. Makes unconscious bias clear.

  • @jennifertrejo961
    @jennifertrejo961 Před 7 lety +11

    Such a powerful topic from Kristen that so many of us believe we have no issue with today. As a female business owner, this is valuable insight for me to remember in my own hiring and promotion practices. Thank you Kristen for bringing to the public forum what was sure to have been a difficult topic for you to process through.

  • @mariakapi7458
    @mariakapi7458 Před 7 lety +5

    The first step to change is awareness. The second step is acceptance as Nathaniel Branden said. Kristen took the third step to publicly talk for the things she passionately wants to change in the world and first in herself. That is the only way, isn't it? Truly inspirational.

  • @DebjaniBiswas
    @DebjaniBiswas Před 5 lety +2

    Kristen Pressner’s 8 minute talk is very impactful. Unconscious bias is particularly hard to uncover- her ‘flip it to test it’ concept is particularly useful to me in my work as an Exclusion Exterminator in this space.

  • @DorisseDiane
    @DorisseDiane Před 5 lety +4

    That is what i always say. Before giving any negative judgement, put your shoes in the person shoe and see if you can do better. It is always good to flip to test it

  • @kevinryan4384
    @kevinryan4384 Před 5 lety +9

    What a great example to all speakers of a thoroughly genuine, congruent delivery style. No false 'polish' or theatrical affectations. Research has shown that the three things audiences want today are authenticity, transparency and vulnerability...and Kristen nails it!

  • @barbaraguerra2665
    @barbaraguerra2665 Před 7 lety +5

    Fantastic talk. I would never have thought I could have any biases. My mother was the only woman in her law class (a few years ago), I was the first female to take a vocational auto shop at my high school, and I was CEO of a publically traded engineering software company. Who would think that a person with that background could be biased? I learned a lot from Kristen and will be forwarding her talk to my women friends in a leadership position.
    I happen to know Kristen on a personal basis, and she is as awesome as her talk.

  • @AnyaChuri
    @AnyaChuri Před 6 lety +5

    Pressed 'Like' the video at around the commencement; wish to click an 'adore' button at 5.21

  • @caroweir4400
    @caroweir4400 Před 4 lety +4

    I found this to be one of the most important TedTalks we as women should listen to (and men too). It has truly resonated with me and it’s definitely something we are all guilty of. Thank you Kristen for sharing this, it’s already made an impact on me!

  • @SairitaLaGitanita
    @SairitaLaGitanita Před 7 lety +3

    No matter how self-aware we are, we are all still products of the societies and cultures we're raised in, so none of us are immune to biased thinking. The 'flip it to test it' tactic is a great way to check ourselves, and I always encourage people to use that as a thought exercise.

  • @hyenanana
    @hyenanana Před 7 lety +3

    Flip it to test it: love it, it's such an simple, quick way of checking our own unconscious biases and gaining some empathy at the same time! I also love how she talks of bias as something we all have and isn't necessarily intentionally malicious. It's something we all need to practice continuously to check ourselves.

    • @kristenpressner6795
      @kristenpressner6795 Před 7 lety +1

      Thank you Helen, you hit on my desire: move each of us from defensive to discovery mode. #FlipItToTestIt!

  • @AmandaAlexander
    @AmandaAlexander Před 7 lety +6

    There's no denying that we all have unconscious bias after watching this and seeing the "flip" of the words and pictures - that bit really made me chuckle! This talk has really got me thinking about the subject of unconscious bias. "Awareness is the precursor to choice" - Kristen's talk has certainly raised my awareness. And that will make me more conscious about my own bias. I'll be "flipping to test" all over the place from now on! :)

  • @nanditaperret1
    @nanditaperret1 Před 7 lety +5

    You have to first diagnose the problem before you can fix it. By bravely owning up to her own bias, Kristen breaks the shame/blame cycle and demonstrates an surprisingly easy way in which people can find their own biases. Great talk. Thank you Kristen!

  • @anasabdelrahim4379
    @anasabdelrahim4379 Před 7 lety +12

    bias is built into the dominant ideology which refers to "a system of practices and representations that produce, maintain, and reproduce social relations of domination" Tod Sloan.

  • @MikeSrVacanti
    @MikeSrVacanti Před 6 lety +5

    Encouragement to thoughtfully grow and become intentionally better. Eloquent openness and self-aware honesty.

  • @sessahme
    @sessahme Před 4 lety +4

    That flip it test was awesome!!! We all have biases and I think this can be addressed by coming up with ways to offset your bias when making decisions that affect other peoples' lives.

    • @kristenpressner6795
      @kristenpressner6795 Před 4 lety +1

      sessahme thanks, amazing what can happen when we are in discovery mode rather than defensive mode

  • @kirstinbarton2674
    @kirstinbarton2674 Před 7 lety +7

    Thank you for "coming out" with your own bias so clearly, Kristen - we often recognise bias in others long before ourselves and don't like to accept our own biases. Yet in recognising we have them, we can make a more conscious choice to look at things differently.

  • @bretsimner754
    @bretsimner754 Před 7 lety +9

    You know, after watching this talk about five times, AND spending time with the speaker, IT'S STILL GREAT and resonates!

    • @kristenpressner6795
      @kristenpressner6795 Před 7 lety +2

      Big thanks Bret! Thanks for your talk, making the double bass funny a d accessible!

  • @asifs100
    @asifs100 Před 3 lety +2

    I cant believe I found this ted talk just now. Came here from Kathy Caprino's Forbes article. 'Flip it to test it' is a useful technique. Thank you Kristen.

  • @karenpendergrass9556
    @karenpendergrass9556 Před 5 lety +3

    Phenomenal insights into how we have unconscious biases in our thinking-we all do-and steps we can take to mitigate the impact these biases may have in our work and personal lives. Everyone should take a few minutes to watch this TedTalk!

  • @mofaul4024
    @mofaul4024 Před 7 lety +3

    Kristen Pressner-- allI can say is what power and depth you have on this matter. You have put in perspective the most contemporary situation we face as humans evolving on this planet--who do we think "they" are. It matters in every arena of life. The dimensionality you have given this issue of bias is truly sage-worthy! Thank you!

  • @rsacks5375
    @rsacks5375 Před 7 lety +9

    Definitely worth watching. Food for thought - unconscious bias remains that way until we talk about it and we need to talk about more

  • @maijavanlangendonck4646
    @maijavanlangendonck4646 Před 4 lety +2

    The "Flip it to Test it' is a tip and shortcut I often reference in my workshop. If you flip it and it feels iffy it probably is - so take another look

  • @marccreus7620
    @marccreus7620 Před 2 lety +4

    Extremely memorable talk…and I was so inspired to be there live! A simple, powerful and influential “idea worth spreading”, which I have tried to follow on many occasions. Thank you for sharing, Kirsten!

  • @OritOstrowiak
    @OritOstrowiak Před 5 lety +3

    Kristen Pressner does an incredible job sharing something about our collective unconscious bias against women leaders.

  • @bxlmussel
    @bxlmussel Před 4 lety +3

    This is my go to video for any team discussion that moves towards diversity and inclusion. The more we bring unconscious bias into the light and into open discussions, the more we can overcome it.

  • @DebjaniBiswas
    @DebjaniBiswas Před 5 lety +10

    Kristen, your flip it to test it is so powerful because it is so simple and practical. I use it regularly. Thanks for all that you do.

  • @lucyschalkwijk7763
    @lucyschalkwijk7763 Před 5 lety +3

    I love this talk! The world needs more women leaders and unconscious bias is a real hurdle for women in the workplace!
    What’s great about this talk is:
    1) it shows everyone has unconscious gender bias - even women against other women; or like someone once told me “everyone with a brain has bias”
    2) It is very actionable: we learn how to recognize unconscious gender bias, so we can correct it!
    Well done, Kristen Pressner! What a great & much needed talk! 🙌🏼🌺✨

    • @kristenpressner7854
      @kristenpressner7854 Před 5 lety +1

      Lucy Schalkwijk thanks so much for your kind words. I am so happy that this short talk is shining a light on bias, be it gender, age, ethnicity, weight, you name it. The world would be a better place if everyone’s greatness could be fully unleashed!

  • @MikeHabermanHRguy
    @MikeHabermanHRguy Před 7 lety +3

    Yes, the "Flip it to test it" is an easy and very effective way to test your biases. Well done Kristen.

  • @debbiecroft2033
    @debbiecroft2033 Před 7 lety +12

    Great TED talk - the honesty, humility and key messages. Those characteristics of "fragile, emotional, helpful, taking care" often lead to even bigger biases when women also choose parenthood. The bias against women intensifies when children come into the equation and it can be a mix of biases, even benevolence bias with some Managers making assumptions out of kindness - "I didn't ask as I assumed you wouldn't want to travel/be on that project with a young baby....".Having helped 100s of women manage the balance of professional and personal life, without feelings of guilt, shame & overwhelm, I realised 2 years ago that it wasn't enough! It doesn't matter how empowered, confident & ambitious you are post a parental break - the environment will soon suck it out of you (intentionally or unintentionally) if the organisation's patterns are "man = leader, provider, assertive, strong, driven". Accompanying the transition to parenthood requires a change in assumptions, beliefs, behaviour and motivations on the part of the parents concerned. The same can be said for organisations - they also need to look at what unconscious bias and limiting beliefs exist culturally; to enable them to create a system which supports true diversity. By focusing on cultural change and the transition in and out of parental leave, not simply the period of leave; plus the on-going demands in juggling parenthood and careers; organisations and individuals alike can create a thriving collaboration of these 2 worlds and reduce the attrition and stress that often results at this time.Why I am I "biased" or "taking care" of parents only which led to launching Thrive here in Switzerland? My passion - I know how important it is for myself and for many women to have their professional identify as well as being a Mum and I believe that true diversity is enabling people to have that choice. Then there are statistics....>75% of individuals become parents - it is a significant proportion of an organisation’s workforce to positively influence to stay engaged and energised at work!

    • @kristenpressner6795
      @kristenpressner6795 Před 7 lety +1

      Thanks for your comments and for the work you do Deborah. There is so much untapped potential in the world and much of it remains untapped in women, thanks for working to fix that!

  • @colleenhayes1235
    @colleenhayes1235 Před 7 lety +3

    Kristen's willness to share her personal "AHA" moment illuminates unconscious bias and provides practical "flip test" to check ourselves. Bravo.

  • @ilincavasiliu6092
    @ilincavasiliu6092 Před 7 lety +4

    This is truly refreshing! At times (especially in debates with millennial men) there seems to be an unspoken assumption that men are the only ones being accused of unconscious bias. I don't see why admitting that we all have had instances where we were unconsciously biased and getting in the habit of "flipping it to test it" would not help us change the situation. As always, thank you Kristen for sharing your wisdom and offering practical advice!

    • @kristenpressner6795
      @kristenpressner6795 Před 7 lety +2

      Thanks for noticing Ilinca, as you nail the point. No one likes being accused of bias, but perhaps flipping it to test it enables us to each to catch ourselves (and move to discovery mode vs defensive mode), as we all do it.

  • @ursulabecker4467
    @ursulabecker4467 Před 7 měsíci +1

    This is THE most concrete, best value and easiest to implement D&I advice I have ever received. I do it at work, but also with my kids. ❤

  • @tareqalsahsah8756
    @tareqalsahsah8756 Před 5 lety +4

    A simple mechanism, yet very effective, I recently used it while describing a point to my audience and to my surprise it worked perfectly .. thanks Kristen!

    • @kristenpressner7854
      @kristenpressner7854 Před 5 lety +1

      Tareq Alsahsah , great to hear! It’s shockingly simple AND shockingly effective!

  • @braindatestvwithsallyann2367

    We all come to the table with our biases tucked away in our unconscious mind filing drawers. It takes incredible mindfulness to recognise when we are being lazy and automatically default to our " filed in the drawer reactions". Kudos to you Kirsten for calling yourself out. I loved the idea of using the opposite or playing devil's advocate yourself with your own assumptions to shift your sense. You accomplished your goal of making us all stop and think. I have to admit I also have a bias against myself at times being a business person and also running a Foundation ( two very different hats) and it was not until I started saying to myself " You are the primary patron of your Foundation" ( and accepting the responsibilities of that role) was I able to start actually considering my role leading my Foundation as one not with only heart but also one with head and business acumen.

  • @calebwhite19
    @calebwhite19 Před rokem +2

    Great Ted Talk on unconscious bias. The use of “Flip it to Test it” is helpful in many situations. Great job!

  • @charlotteborghesi2626
    @charlotteborghesi2626 Před 7 lety +5

    I am completely inspired by this talk and its a good provocation to reflect on our own biases. I was grown up by my mum to be as strong, independent and as successful as a man. I am the mother of 5 and i am bringing my boys up to be as strong, independent and successful as my girls. Change starts at home and becoming more conscious of bias can help both our girls and boys be better people.

  • @chrisaltizerhehimours8209

    Flip it to test it - a simple but powerful way to more clearly see both what we're looking at and ourselves. As a recovering HR exec and middle aged white male (no recovery there) I recognize the challenges in business and in myself. Thanks, Kristen Pressner.

  • @claudiahesse5620
    @claudiahesse5620 Před 4 lety +5

    Thank you for the message of your talk - so many things resonated with me. And reminded me of the fact that we have those blind spots and biases I'm not even aware of. It's amazing how much we're driven by beliefs, conditioning and patterns. Which can be very helpful and then so harming as well. And what we don't know we can't change.

  • @jamieburns484
    @jamieburns484 Před rokem +2

    This is the absolute best presentation about Implicit bias that I've seen - and I've seen a lot. Thank you!

    • @sirmister9099
      @sirmister9099 Před rokem

      nice! are thereany particular races. or genders you harbor biases towards?

  • @thegoodadvicepodcast
    @thegoodadvicepodcast Před 3 lety +3

    What a great talk and I loved this journey of self-reflection. I can tell this person is a great leader... It's never EASY to recognize biases we all have, but our ability to influence and empower others is directly tied to our willingness to be honest with ourselves and how we see the world. Much enjoyed this presentation!

  • @michaeldonato6037
    @michaeldonato6037 Před 7 lety +6

    Wow, what an amazing self check. Kristen really hits home with such a simple concept. The "flip it to test it" concept can work on just about anything we do in both our personal and business lives. This really opened my eyes to how I think.

  • @DB-zo5ng
    @DB-zo5ng Před 7 lety +2

    I like Kristen Pressner's recommendation: flip it to test it. Works like a charm and makes me uncomfortable with myself more often than I ought to be by this point in my life. I used to think I was enlightened. What's the old saw....if you're not part of the solution.....

    • @kristenpressner6795
      @kristenpressner6795 Před 7 lety +1

      Thanks for your comment, Denis. I love the 'I used to think I was enlightened' part--as I used to think I was enlightened too! I am so glad flip it to test it is having the same impact on others as well

  • @irenegeissbuehler1407
    @irenegeissbuehler1407 Před 7 lety +17

    This is great! I salute Kristen for being so honest about her own bias and explaining the concept of unconscious bias so clearly and eloquently - and in a way that I believe the most of us can relate to. "Flip it to test it"! 2 thumbs up! ... and 2 toes up! ;-)

    • @kristenpressner6795
      @kristenpressner6795 Před 7 lety +4

      Heartfelt thanks Irene, means a lot coming from someone so passionate about diversity

  • @michaelannagoranos3976
    @michaelannagoranos3976 Před 7 lety +6

    Love this! What courage to admit and bring awareness to your own bias. Thanks for making us all stop and think about our own unconscious bias. Flipping the situation is very eye-opening!

  • @declicinternational8794
    @declicinternational8794 Před 7 lety +4

    Such a concise and powerful message. So often we see other people's biases but not our own. Great leaders, like Kristen, challenge themselves and take responsibility for getting it right. "Flip it to test it" is also a super actionable insight we can all apply. Congratulations Kristen! The world need more leaders like you.

    • @kristenpressner6795
      @kristenpressner6795 Před 7 lety +1

      Declic International, honored by your words. They are especially meaningful coming from a passionate D&I leader like yourself. Thank you

  • @GerryVin1
    @GerryVin1 Před 7 lety +3

    Not sure how many of us would be as brave as Kristen to stand up and admit to unconscious bias (or any weakness!) to thousands of CZcams viewers, but her point is well made. What I like about this is her simple flipping exercise to help identify whether a bias (or a prejudice) has crept into the decision-making unnoticed! A rule for life, as well as work...

    • @kristenpressner6795
      @kristenpressner6795 Před 7 lety +1

      Thanks so much for your comment Gerry, I am so happy you found it so useful!

  • @positivegal9025
    @positivegal9025 Před 7 lety +5

    Wow, I admire her honesty, not letting pride get in the way of recognizing & changing for the better. That's what it's all about! #Yayhumanity!

  • @tiburciolince4436
    @tiburciolince4436 Před 7 lety +4

    I am currently working on a training for professionals at university: career services and academic advising. "Flip it to test it" is going to be a powerful tool to double-check oneself!
    Thank you so much!

    • @kristenpressner6795
      @kristenpressner6795 Před 7 lety +1

      That's cool to hear Tiburcio, thanks for sharing and #FlipItToTestIt!

  • @katrinesmith
    @katrinesmith Před 7 lety +3

    As a result of Kristen's courage - to look within, to be honest, and then to share via such a public platform - she invites us all to do likewise. Her message is critical - for both women and men. If we want to change the world to make it fairer - for ALL - we cannot ignore our unconscious biases any longer!! Kudos to you, Kristen!
    - Katrine (Women Innovators Network in the Caribbean, WINC)

    • @kristenpressner6795
      @kristenpressner6795 Před 7 lety +2

      So touched and honored by your words Katrine. Thank you. #FlipItToTestIt!

    • @katrinesmith
      @katrinesmith Před 7 lety +2

      You're more than welcome!!

  • @chrisbritton1811
    @chrisbritton1811 Před 4 lety +3

    I admire the honesty of the speaker in this video. In my experience it is really unusual for people, especially those in senior leadership positions, to openly challenge themselves on how they think about bias or diversity in general. The examples given are taken from a general and stereotypical viewpoint- which is exactly the point of bias. We dont realise we do it, because we more often than not just do without thinking. The Flip and Test method is really interesting and something I am going to use with the senior leaders of my organisation to challenge them to think differently in this very different world

  • @cathrinrautenberg1246
    @cathrinrautenberg1246 Před 6 lety +4

    This is so simple, yet so effective - and truly inspirational.... It is not only highly applicable in the workplace, but also in our private lives and especially in the interaction with our kids. Our children will be setting the standard for the next generation workforce. I wish for them to encounter less bias than we must fight today. Thank you Kristen.

    • @chrissonofpear3657
      @chrissonofpear3657 Před 6 lety

      What about when all this sanitation of language can end up as a distraction from larger problems...

  • @andreandrade3132
    @andreandrade3132 Před 3 lety +3

    What amazing talk, about a subject that is so difficult to bring to discuss these days. Thank you Kristen for your openness and honesty... We all have bias and we need to keep learning ways to reflect and understand how to manage them for the better... Great video!

  • @dr.markfink8867
    @dr.markfink8867 Před 7 lety +3

    Flip it to Test it! An effective tool that allows us to improve our self within and the approach can be applied to all forms of bias. All too often we become defensive instead of introspective of our own thoughts and actions. THANK YOU Kristen Pressner!

    • @kristenpressner6795
      @kristenpressner6795 Před 7 lety +1

      Thanks for your kind words Mark, my hope was indeed to put people in discovery mode vs defensive mode. #FlipItToTestIt!

  • @inne0525
    @inne0525 Před 5 lety +3

    A lesson worth learning and a message worth spreading. The most difficult change starts from within.

    • @kristenpressner7854
      @kristenpressner7854 Před 5 lety

      Ineta Buivydaite well said, true change on something so complex starts within each of us

  • @OhHeyKylee
    @OhHeyKylee Před 7 lety +3

    I absolutely love this talk! I appreciate your ability to be so candid and honest about your own biases. The "flip it to test it" approach is genius and works in all aspects of life--on a personal level and a business level. It's so simple, but such a valuable tool. Thank you so much, Kristen!

  • @autumnmcstarr
    @autumnmcstarr Před 7 lety +14

    I love this talk! I work with many men that don't see their unconscious bias but the women definitely see it. I'll push the flip it approach on them and challenge myself with it as well!

    • @kristenpressner6795
      @kristenpressner6795 Před 7 lety +3

      Thanks for your comment Autumn! I think a LOT (most) of us don't see our bias, which is why I love the #FlipItToTestIt idea...we can all catch ourselves

  • @Vegan_scorpioo
    @Vegan_scorpioo Před 3 lety +3

    We all have somewhat implicit biase

  • @shruthinadig4966
    @shruthinadig4966 Před 6 lety +6

    Love your talk! Used it as an example at one of my diversity course project! My takeaway from this is ‘Flip it to test it’ concept. 😊

  • @sweebler
    @sweebler Před 6 lety +6

    Flip it to Test it is such a great tool for training employees. It doesn't require complicated explanations--just do the test. No fuss, no muss.

  • @carmenbalacianu2021
    @carmenbalacianu2021 Před 7 lety +9

    Inspirational, powerful and brutally honest TED Talk! Kristen Pressner is a role model to women and men alike! So proud of what she's achieved and excited to continue to follow her amazing ascent. I will definitely "flip it to test it".

  • @nicktobey2753
    @nicktobey2753 Před 4 lety +3

    "Flip it to test it" is a simple and effective tool to help leaders develop awareness and create the pause needed to make better, more inclusive decisions. Decisions that can lead to some transformational changes in an organization. Thank you, Kristen, for bringing this great concept to light and inspiring action.

  • @jubilantsleep
    @jubilantsleep Před 4 lety +2

    Important life lesson for everyone.

  • @CindyPiccolo
    @CindyPiccolo Před 7 lety +7

    Remarkably simple and yet powerfully revealing to "flip it to test it"...thanks again for the opportunity and reminder when I heard you speak in person, Kristen. What I admire about you is your willingness to be vulnerable and share that with us. It takes a powerful woman to do this. Thank you for being such a wonderful role model.

  • @AndrewHayek-hn7is
    @AndrewHayek-hn7is Před rokem +1

    To be inclusive you need to understand. To understand you need to be curious. This talk continues to encourage me to challenge my biases and to seek greater understanding. Well said, Kristen!

  • @gabrielgurman5154
    @gabrielgurman5154 Před 6 lety +4

    Inspired by your honesty, Kristen, and thank you for helping bring awareness to a topic we hate to admit is everywhere.

  • @krismueller9482
    @krismueller9482 Před 7 lety +3

    Kristen, I was very impressed with your honest self-reflection and speech about bias against women. I have sat on your side of the table for many years and as I listened to you I reflected on several similar situations that in hindsight I likely should have handled differently. Thank you for that learning opportunity!

    • @kristenpressner6795
      @kristenpressner6795 Před 7 lety

      Thanks for your honesty and refection Uli. I can certainly say the same thing about myself and I am pleased if this short talk enables more of us to stop, flip it, and then decide.

  • @tomputerbaugh2785
    @tomputerbaugh2785 Před 7 lety +3

    Kristen -
    Appreciated your TEDx talk summarized with 'flip it to test it'. You walked me into the situation, helped jigger the paradigm, and offered a valuable tool to test the view. Very helpful for reevaluating lifelong presumptions. Kudos...and thanks.

  • @deniserush6437
    @deniserush6437 Před 7 lety +5

    This a must watch/share video for those who want to be more aware of self. I recently attended an “Unconscious Bias” workshop where this video was shared. Being aware of our hidden biases is crucial when leading diversity and inclusion efforts. I will be using the “flip it to test it” technique. Kristen, thank you for sharing your experience with bias.

    • @kristenpressner6795
      @kristenpressner6795 Před 7 lety +1

      Thanks for your comment Denise, there is probably nothing cooler than hearing my talk was shared at your workshop! #FlipItToTestIt

  • @jenniferloaiciga4181
    @jenniferloaiciga4181 Před 7 lety +3

    Unconscious bias is a real problem and I quite like the #FlipItToTestIt method: easy, accessible and immediately revealing! Loved this talk!

    • @kristenpressner6795
      @kristenpressner6795 Před 7 lety +1

      Thanks Jennifer, I am so glad you agree. I find it eye opening every time! :)

  • @pivotpoint1079
    @pivotpoint1079 Před 5 lety +4

    This is one of the best talks on gender bias in the workplace. Love this vulnerable message, so brave!

  • @klaffys
    @klaffys Před 7 lety +12

    Kristen's honesty is fabulous as it really is a brave to put yourself out there and tell the world that you aren't perfect, and lets face it no one is. A great idea to 'flip it to test it' and in the world of recruitment and talent this is even more so.

    • @kristenpressner6795
      @kristenpressner6795 Před 7 lety +2

      Thank you so much! reducing bias is ESPECIALLY important for recruiters!

  • @olidufour
    @olidufour Před 3 lety +2

    Great speech. Simple but very enlightening. Stepping back from our unconscious behaviors is really difficult, but your intervention reminds us that by being vigilant and questioning our certainties, we can be objective and fair. As leaders, we must do this.
    Thank you!

  • @lizlian9465
    @lizlian9465 Před 7 lety +3

    Kristen, thank you for sharing your own bias and giving us all a simple tip for checking ourselves. So glad you are out there helping us apply it to our daily lives. Changing systemic bias will only happen when we all become more self-aware of our own biases!

  • @chiaragonzi
    @chiaragonzi Před 7 lety +14

    Thank you Kristen for this powerful message! This Ted Talk is a must-watch!

  • @SergioGarciaMora
    @SergioGarciaMora Před 7 lety +3

    I loved that Kristen provided her examples in first person. But this kind of experiences and making them conscius would help to shape equality for next generations as well we are biased right now from our experiences. Great talk Kristen, I've just shared it in every network I belong.

    • @kristenpressner6795
      @kristenpressner6795 Před 7 lety +2

      Thanks so much for your comment and clear passion for what a real difference it could make if more people tried to #FlipItToTestIt Sergio

  • @Natalie-ev1up
    @Natalie-ev1up Před 7 lety +4

    A thought-provoking, authentic presentation on a long-ignored topic. Flip it to test it can be applied to every area in our professional and personal life. Thank you for speaking up, Kristen!

    • @kristenpressner6795
      @kristenpressner6795 Před 7 lety

      Thanks for your kind words Natalie, I am so glad you found the #FlipItToTestIt idea useful!

  • @joshuabaxter4896
    @joshuabaxter4896 Před 3 lety +2

    Kristen, thank you, greatly, for your honesty and transparency! Here's to ALL of OUR waking up to each and every instance in which we have "two very different reactions to, basically, the same request." Whether 2016, or 2021, or ____, it's time - KAIROS ESTI.

  • @JulianaStarosky-so9cw
    @JulianaStarosky-so9cw Před 3 měsíci +1

    Your content is of great value because it reflects the culture of a society we have lived in for years and replicate without noticing, and you are right in saying that this can be unconscious. We are biopsychosocial beings, and studying how we are from the inside out, being aware of it, aligned with the labor market is essential for both the worker and the company.

  • @trainorpartnersfirm6228
    @trainorpartnersfirm6228 Před 7 lety +5

    This is a must see for everyone!!! Kristen delivers a bold and authentic talk! Great food for thought! Thanks so much Kristen!! Susan Trainor - SuTra Coaching

    • @kristenpressner6795
      @kristenpressner6795 Před 7 lety

      Thanks for your kind words Susan, they mean a lot coming from a coaching professional like you!

  • @kayhealdhr
    @kayhealdhr Před 7 lety +3

    This is my favourite TED talk of the year - thank you Kristen for giving us such a simple way to check our own bias!

    • @kristenpressner6795
      @kristenpressner6795 Před 7 lety +1

      WOW, thanks Kay, that's quite an endorsement. I am so glad you found it impactful

  • @gavinbrown2020
    @gavinbrown2020 Před 7 lety +5

    Appreciate the honesty - and simplicity in how unconscious bias is articulated, plus useful technique to help identify your bias - thanks Kristen!

  • @HeatherForce
    @HeatherForce Před 7 lety +5

    Thank you, Kristen, for having the courage to share such a personal revelation. We are all stronger for it, and I'm truly grateful for the opportunity to learn from your example.

  • @unluna1
    @unluna1 Před 5 lety +4

    Great&authentic, glad to listen and nourish from your thoughtful 💡 ideas🌟🌟🍀🙏
    All the best