Key questions answered
- How do referrals create bias? — Networks mirror existing demographics unless guardrails exist.
- What policy elements matter? — Eligibility, disclosure of relationships, and appeal paths.
- What should we monitor? — Referral outcomes and retention by level/function.
Policy essentials
- Eligibility rules (who can refer, what roles qualify, conflicts of interest).
- Disclosure of relationships when submitting referrals.
- Appeal paths and exceptions process.
Operating tips
- Publish hiring standards; link them in referral comms.
- Audit referral outcomes by level and function quarterly.
- Track retention and performance of referral hires.
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CareerXroads Research Team — practitioners and advisors from the CXR community. We turn member discussions and data into practical playbooks.