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Unconscious Bias
Unconscious Bias
Masterclass
How to reduce unconscious bias and eliminate favouritism in the moments that matter.
From R20,500
90 - 120 Minutes
Virtual
Description
Unconscious bias isn't a moral failing; it’s a cognitive reality that, left unmanaged, sabotages two pillars of leadership: trust and objective decision-making. This Masterclass is a high-impact, practical laboratory for leaders to identify their "Bias Hot Spots." We move past theory into the "how-to" of bias interruption, using real-world scenarios, from recruitment and project staffing to the high-stakes environment of performance reviews. A cornerstone of this Masterclass is the integration of Zed, our AI-facilitator, who acts as a "bias-interrupter" during critical people-decisions. By the end of this session, leaders won't just know what bias is; they will have a calibrated toolkit and an AI partner to ensure their leadership is demonstrably more objective, fair, and effective.
This Masterclass Includes
Expert Live Facilitation
A 90 or120 minute virtual session led by a veteran DEI practitioner, focusing on leadership strategy and perspective-shifting.
Cinematic Video Content
Screening of our original documentary content that brings the concept of bias to life through storytelling.
Zed AI Tool Access
Empowering leaders to use Zed as a digital bias-reduction partner during performance review cycles.
The WhatsApp Advisor
Participants gain direct access to our "Advisor-in-Your-Pocket" for real-time guidance on implementing session learnings.
Learning Outcomes
Understand What Bias Is
Strip away the complexity to gain a clear, foundational understanding of how bias functions as a universal cognitive shortcut rather than a moral failing.
Identify Bias ‘Hot Spots’
Map out the specific decision-making moments in your leadership cycle where unconscious bias is most likely to derail objectivity and fuel favouritism.
Leverage Zed for
Bias Reduction
Using Zed for Bias Reduction
Learn how to use Zed AI to facilitate live performance reviews.
Apply Practical Interruption Tools
Walk away with a suite of individual and collective tools designed to interrupt biased patterns and create space for more objective thinking.
Tailoring Options
While the foundations of the talk are essential, we offer specific tailored contexts to ensure the session hits home
Recruitment
Performance Reviews
Project Staffing
Informal Mentorship & Sponsorship
High-Stakes Client Engagement
Conflict Resolution & Feedback
Gender Focus
Race/Ethnicity Focus
LGBT or Disability Focus
Outline
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Is bias a "bad" thing? We explore the evolutionary roots of bias and distinguish between conscious intent and unconscious shortcuts.
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Understanding the forces that shape our worldviews and how historical contexts influence our modern professional filters.
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Identifying the specific "Hot Spots" in your team's current workflow where bias and favouritism are most likely to compromise results.
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We use a cinematic documentary-style video to anchor the session in real-world stories of what unconscious bias is and its effects.
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Unpacking the "Like-Me" bias and how it subtly dictates who gets mentored, sponsored, and promoted.
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Immersive simulations where leaders must navigate competing biases to make the most objective talent choice.
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A practical deep-dive into how to use Zed to facilitate performance reviews to highlight hidden bias before they are finalised.
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Mastering "The Strategic Pause" and other cognitive tools designed to bring the pre-frontal cortex back online during decision-making.
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Moving from individual awareness to team-wide systems that bake objectivity into the business.
Who Is This Masterclass For?
Executive and Senior Leadership
People Managers and HR
Suggested Rollout Moments
Performance Review Season
Strategic Hiring Sprints
Masterclass Pricing
| Bundle Size | Price per Quantity |
|---|---|
| 1 Masterclass | R 29,500 each |
| 4 Masterclasses | R 25,500 each |
| 8 Masterclasses | R 20,500 each |
FAQs
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While tailored for managers and senior leaders, these workshops are equally effective for teams, HR departments and specialised cohorts like ERG committees seeking to deepen their strategic impact.
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We recommend a maximum of 25 participants to maintain the psychological safety and intimacy required for deep peer-to-peer discussion, but we can increase to 50 to stay in budget.
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This session is primarily pitched at a beginner to intermediate level to ensure all participants build a solid, shared foundation of language and understanding. However, because we prioritise impact over a "one-size-fits-all" approach, the depth and nuance of the content can be tailored to meet the specific needs, seniority, and DEI maturity of your cohort.
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Zed is our proprietary tool built to take the "awkwardness" out of alignment conversations. It guides both the manager and the employee through a live structured conversation to ensure both parties are on the same page regarding expectations and goals.
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We are platform-agnostic (Zoom, Teams, etc.) and can use our meeting platform or yours.
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To protect the psychological safety of our participants and encourage real engagement, we do not allow sessions to be recorded. This ensures that every conversation stays within the room, allowing your people to engage authentically without fear of being captured on camera.
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Yes, we align our core frameworks with your internal organisational values and specific goals to ensure the training feels relevant and integrated.
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We offer a dual-layered measurement approach using our WhatsApp Advisor for immediate feedback or specific client-focused measurement platforms.
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While our standard delivery is virtual, we can offer bespoke in-person experiences upon request.
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Masterclasses can be purchased individually or as part of a bundle, allowing organisations to repeat sessions for different teams or mix topics for a tailored journey.
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About the Facilitator:
Roy Gluckman-John
Roy is the co-founder of Run to the Monster, a qualified Attorney of the High Court of South Africa, and a veteran DEI practitioner with over 13 years of experience in high-stakes consulting and programme design. His "superpower" lies in his ability to take complex, sensitive social concepts and package them into relatable, easy-to-understand ideas that reduce defensiveness and invite growth. As an expert in creating psychologically safe spaces, Roy guides participants to "run to the monsters": to face our deeply held beliefs about ourselves and others with honesty and kindness.
