This week on HuffPost Work/Life, we’re exploring why “culture fit” is a failed idea in American hiring. Below, reporter Monica Torres explains why choosing candidates based on chemistry leads to bad outcomes. If you’re interested in exploring the topic, check out the coded words that reveal bosses’ bias against certain employees. There’s a lot to think about, and we’ll have a new story on this topic every day this week.

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Take Back Your Life

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Here's The Deal

If you’ve ever been on a hiring panel or served as a hiring manager, chances are good you’ve been asked to consider which of the candidates best “fits” your company culture. But this method of evaluation is doing nothing but harm. Reporter Monica Torres breaks down why the concept of “culture fit” is bad for both people and business — and what companies should consider instead.

Pro Tip:

Starting a new job during a pandemic is challenging, to say the least, but there’s one sure way to make it easier: Start collaborating and connecting immediately, the New York Times reports. Communication is critical, according to career consultant Lisa Jacobsen, who says you should even ask your new remote boss questions like “How do you want me to communicate with you? Do you want voice, phone, text, email, and how often is good?” since you aren’t sussing things out in person. Get more practical tips for starting a new job from home.

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