I’ve noticed companies are starting to ask if you wish to identify if you’re LGBTQ+ when applying for jobs. When I’ve gone along with this I notice recruiters focus more on diversity and employee groups, and it’s making me feel like I’m being interviewed as a potential diversity hire, especially when I’ve received interviews from companies that are prone to boy’s club culture. I’m not really sure how I feel about this. Anyone else experience it or have thoughts?

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If it’s an advantage, take it. Same reason white men have added their fraternities for decades. One would hope it’s a bonus not a bucket. And one would hope you’re interviewed against everyone and not just those who also select diversity. On the flip side, companies that are not diverse at all or I single %, you risk not being considered right now if you don’t check it.

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I’ve often wondered if being openly gay has improved my odds because companies are trying to fulfill a diversity quota of some sorts. It feels wrong to think that’s the only reason you stand out, but compared to all the bullshit we have to deal with in life due to our sexual identity, hell I’ll take any advantage it gives me

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Like I said, any “advantage” you want to call it, I’m happy to accept those terms. And you have a fair point it’s nice to know that might be a bit of security in knowing you’ll be working for good people (I wouldn’t call it a guarantee) but I’ve found this industry is a bit more open minded in general, compared to other career fields I’ve spent time in

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I think it makes sense to hire people for diversity in this industry because we're trying to provide value for and represent a diverse consumer. There's only a problem if they can't support your diverse needs once you're hired or only ask you to show up with your diversity in a tokenized way. Your LGBT take on a brief should be listened to and welcomed even when the campaign has nothing to do with Pride.

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Deep understanding of adaptability is a strength too. We’ve had to adapt all our lives!

Is that legal to ask? 🤔

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No, as you are not required to respond.

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And you're definitely not playing your talents down? Don't want to sound naive but you could just be what they're looking for :)

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Yeah I feel that.

I also feel so much guilt for not mentioning it sometimes, it's a tough one to win

So take all the advantages you can get yknow!

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