# Equitable Hiring Employers search for alternative hiring methods to avoid common traps. By [Vasiliki Marapas](https://www.trendhunter.com/Vasiliki.Marapas), Research Advisor & Writer | Published Jun 23, 2015 | Category: [Business](https://www.trendhunter.com/pro/category/business-trends) Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/protrends/equitable-hiring ## Key Figures - Trend score: 3.8/10 - Evidence articles: 4 ## What is the Equitable Hiring trend? **Equitable Hiring:** Aware of the harmful effect stereotypes have on the recruitment and hiring process, many employers are turning to tactics such as "blind" interviews or internal hiring practices to best utilize the talents of their team. These alternative methods promote a workplace that is not only more diverse, but also more egalitarian in its approach. This is especially important to Millennials raised in an information age wherein connectivity fosters a sense of unity and a deep concern for human rights. ## At a Glance - Evidence: 4 featured examples - Articles from: Jun 3, 2014 to Jun 19, 2015 - Published: Jun 23, 2015 - Patterns: [Redirection](https://www.trendhunter.com/pattern/redirection) - Megatrends: [Hybridization](https://www.trendhunter.com/megatrend/hybridization), [Simplicity](https://www.trendhunter.com/megatrend/simplicity), [Authenticity](https://www.trendhunter.com/megatrend/authenticity) ## Audience - Gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Themes within the Equitable Hiring trend ### Blind Audition-Inspired Interviews The trend of blind audition-inspired interviews can promote diversity in hiring without biased judgment. ### Alternative Hiring Methods Employers are using alternative hiring methods, such as internal hiring and blind interviews, to avoid stereotyping and foster a more diverse workplace. ### Anonymous Job Marketplaces Anonymity in job marketplaces, such as Poachable, enables employed professionals to discreetly find their dream job, while benefiting top companies like Microsoft and Amazon. ## What the Equitable Hiring trend means for industry ### For Human Resources Human resources professionals are increasingly seeking out talent management platforms and alternative hiring methods to improve their internal hiring strategies. ### For Social Enterprises Social enterprises, such as Clean Slate, support people with difficulties getting a job and connect them with employers who have a social goal in mind. ### For Technology The use of big data and software platforms to aid in internal hiring and anonymous job marketplaces is disrupting the traditional hiring process in the tech industry. ## Workshop question As more and more studies show that diverse workplaces are more successful and productive, how can your brand adopt more equitable hiring practices? ## Trend signals for Equitable Hiring Trend score 3.8 out of 10, from popularity 71%, activity 35%, freshness 8%. - Popularity: 71% - Activity: 35% - Freshness: 8% ## Examples of the Equitable Hiring trend 4 featured examples from Jun 3, 2014 to Jun 19, 2015. - [Unemployed Recruitment Agencies](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/clean-slate): Clean Slate Supports People with Difficulties Getting a Job (Category: Social Good) Implication: Opportunity to incorporate socially responsible recruitment practices in traditional HR functions - [Anonymous Job Marketplaces](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/recruiting-service): This Recruiting Service Helps Top Talent Find Their Dream Jobs Secretly (Category: Business) Implication: The recruiting and staffing industry can benefit from offering anonymous talent marketplaces and secure job-matching services that ensure confidentiality for both job seekers and… - [Blind Audition-Inspired Interviews](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/blind-audition): GapJumpers Hopes to Solve the Diversity Problem in Tech (Category: Unique) Implication: Disruptive innovation opportunity: Adopt blind audition methods to address discrimination and foster inclusivity in the music industry. - [Talent Management Platforms](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/internal-hiring): Clustree Helps Human Resources with Internal Hiring Opportunities (Category: Business) Implication: Clustree's talent management and internal hiring system is a disruptive innovation opportunity for the Human Resources industry. ## Recent trend clusters - [Assisted Conversion](https://www.trendhunter.com/protrends/ai-assisted-checkout) (Business) - [Occasion Commerce](https://www.trendhunter.com/protrends/occasion-commerce) (Business) - [Autonomous Merchandising](https://www.trendhunter.com/protrends/autonomous-merchandising) (Business) - [Assisted Choices](https://www.trendhunter.com/protrends/weight-loss-medication-support) (Lifestyle) ## Trending in Business - [Performance-Based Creator Ads](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/creator-ad-platforms) - [MIami Pop-Culture Shirts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/miami-pop-culture-shirts) - [Natural Deodorant Expansions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/target-beauty-studios) - [Mini Beauty Stores](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/little-luxuries-store) All articles: [Business](https://www.trendhunter.com/business)