When Unconscious Bias Training is made compulsory without proper messaging or executive sponsorship, some people might feel forced to attend and become resentful. These detractors may end up clouding the entire training with their resentful attitude and push-backs.
Think people with their arms crossed, leaning back, rolling their eyes, asking combative “devil’s advocate” questions from the back of the room. #ugh. This attitude can make learning difficult for everyone, and the negativity can spill onto others in and outside of the training session. Remember, cynicism is contagious.