Cognitive biases are systematic patterns of deviation from rationality in judgment, leading to conclusions about people and situations being reached in an unfair manner. In the realm of hiring and talent acquisition, cognitive biases can subtly and significantly influence the interviewing process, often leading to skewed assessments and potentially flawed hiring decisions. Personal preferences about the candidate’s previous employer, current team composition, urgency to fill the role, and a long list of other mental shortcuts all impact our judgment and can unconsciously shape our perceptions and decisions.