Lack of diversity in employee referrals
56%
Hiring manager insistence that candidates have a specific background (eg, degree or college)
53%
Lack of underrepresented candidates in talent pipeline
50%
Lack of diversity among existing employees, which makes it difficult to assure candidates that they will feel a sense of belonging
48%
Racism, sexism, ageism, or another form of prejudice or bias among hiring managers
44%
Lack of applicants of color
43%
Lack of female applicants
42%