Nepotism is the practice of favoring relatives or friends, especially in hiring or promotions, regardless of merit, which can lead to workplace inequity and reduced morale.
- What is nepotism?
Answer: It is favoring relatives or friends in hiring or promotions over merit. - What are examples?
Answer: Examples include hiring a family member without qualifications. - What are the risks?
Answer: Risks include low morale, bias, and legal challenges. - Why is it problematic?
Answer: It undermines fairness and talent development. - How can HR address it?
Answer: HR can enforce merit-based policies and monitor hiring.
