Language and Bias: How Words Impact Your Influence

by | Jan 3, 2025 | Trainings and Workshops | 0 comments

Language and bias are intrinsically linked, as Jenifer Clausell-Tormos, founder of Develop Diverse, highlights: 

Jenifer Clausell-Tormos with Inclusive Matters

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“Sticks and stones may break my bones, but words can never hurt me.”
                                            – A verse kids used as a defense against bullying

But for leaders, speaking on behalf of others, your words can – in an instance –  build or erode your image.

The words we choose to use have a profound impact on those we want to influence or lead.

Biased language are words that signal a preference for or prejudice against someone or thing.


Language evolves with new concepts, characteristics and customs. 

What was once mainstream jargon could now be outdated, inappropriate, or disrespectful.

 


Language and bias scenarios that affect how others perceive you.

Language bias matrix

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