Don’t let Bias Block You from Achieving Success!
BIAS can be a barrier to success, but it doesn’t need to be. Our B.E. S.E.E.N. training will help you understand the origins of Bias, its role in human survival, and how to fight against it.
The Course Begins with Bias Education (B.E.)
We start with Bias Education to help you understand:
- What it is
- Why it exists
- Who has it
- What it means for those who do
- How to recognize it so you can get around it
The Problems Bias Creates
Unchecked bias:
- Blocks the flow of communication
- Creates misunderstandings
- Escalates conflicts
- Affects how your work is perceived and received by others
But you can overcome it so you – and your work – can be S.E.E.N.
Turn Bias Into an Asset Rather Than a Liability
When people understand why their biases exist and the positive side of it, they can leverage their biases to work for – instead of against – them, deploying the 4 keys to overcoming bias:
S)ervice: Bringing a sincere desire to serve into every interaction
E)mpathy: Trying to see things as others do
E)mpowerment: Looking for ways to support others in their efforts and growth
N)egotiation: Working toward win-win solutions that benefit everyone involved
Fighting Bias with Fiction
Fiction provides a unique tool in the arsenal of helping people spot and address their personal biases. By stepping into the shoes of the characters, they see the world through those characters’ eyes. It allows them a safe space to recognize and challenge their biases.
Why Our “Novel” Approach Works to Improve Group Communication
When multiple people read the same novel, it provides them a common language to use in discussions. Participants can then compare their own personal experiences with these characters and with other participants in the program. This provides them a unique perspective they would not gain otherwise while acting as a starting point in empathetic conversations that empower all parties to contribute.
“One reason fiction works so well in the workplace is that characters, plots, and settings in foreign locales help anchor difficult discussions. The narrative allows participants to work through sensitive and nuanced issues in an open and honest manner. ” – Christine Seifert, Harvard Business Review
That’s why we incorporate Nikki T. Anthony’s debut novel, The Price We Pay, into our training.
What’s Included in the B.E. S.E.E.N. Training?
- 12 months access to 1 hour of Online Video Micro-Learning Modules ($99 value): Learn at your own pace with our engaging video content.
- Chapter 1 of The Price We Pay in digital format: Use in discussions along with the workbook and study guide.
- Workbook (a $9.95 value): Reflection questions on Chapter 1 of The Price We Pay for use in private study.
- Study Guide (a $19.95 value): Practical examples of the principles of B.E. S.E.E.N. at work
- “Bias” Song: A catchy, singable tune that outlines the problems with Bias
“Bias” Song by Brandy M. Miller
Introductory Offer
Enroll now for just $199 (regularly $299) and get 90 days of access to our Private Online Social Learning Platform ($149 value). Practice your communication skills as you discuss the content in a safe, supportive, and forgiving environment.
Course Instructors
Self-Paced Training
Our self-paced training includes:
- A year’s access to the training module
- A companion workbook to practice your skills
- A digital copy of The Price We Pay (required reading for training activities)
- A study guide with exercises for implementation of tools and self-assessment
- QR Code for the B.E. S.E.E.N. Bias theme song
Schools/Universities/Educational Institutions & Programs/Corporations/Non-Profits/Other Organizations
For in-person or virtual live B.E. S.E.E.N. training, lectures and discussions, click here for a more in-depth outline of what that customized program might look like, and then follow this link to complete our request form. You may also email [email protected] or call 702-827-6865.
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