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“Why do we make the choices we do, and how does that impact workplace inclusivity? Toby Mildon welcomes Dr Joshua Fullard, Assistant Professor of Behavioural Science at Warwick Business School, for a deep dive into decision-making and the biases that shape our behaviour.”

Episode Overview
In this episode of The Inclusive Growth Podcast, Toby Mildon speaks with Dr Joshua Fullard about:

• The role of behavioural science in understanding decision-making
• Insights into implicit biases, such as the beauty premium and similarity bias
• How assumptions about appearance and identity impact workplace dynamics and hiring practices
• The importance of diversity in education and why it matters for student outcomes

Key Takeaways

• Exploring Behavioural Science: Dr Fullard shares insights into how behavioural science helps us understand biases and the factors influencing decisions.
• The Beauty Premium: People deemed more attractive often receive more positive outcomes, yet this ‘beauty premium’ has complex effects, including heightened performance expectations.
• Implicit Bias in Hiring: Biases, such as favouring candidates who mirror the decision-makers, impact hiring practices and workplace inclusion.
• Diversity in Education: Representation in teaching roles impacts students' self-belief, engagement, and career aspirations, highlighting a need for greater diversity among educators.

Guest Bio
Dr Joshua Fullard is an Assistant Professor of Behavioural Science at Warwick Business School, specialising in decision-making processes, biases, and the psychology behind choices. With a strong background in applied labour economics, his research sheds light on how biases affect workplace and educational outcomes.

Timestamps

• 0:00 – Introduction to the episode
• 3:20 – Dr Fullard’s background and his journey into behavioural science
• 10:00 – What is the beauty premium, and why does it matter?
• 15:45 – Implicit biases in hiring: in-group and out-group effects
• 28:00 – Role models in education: why diversity in teachers matters
• 35:10 – Advice on fostering diversity and inclusion in schools and workplaces

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Links & Resources

• Warwick Business School: Warwick Business School Website
• Contact Dr Fullard: LinkedIn | Google Scholar – Explore Dr Fullard's research
• Toby's Book: Inclusive Growth by Toby Mildon – Available on Amazon

Contact Info

• Toby Mildon: Website

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