Which of the following recruiting practices may create a glass ceiling?
A) reliance on employee referrals
B) use of executive search firms that are unaware of affirmative action obligations
C) job postings for only lower-level positions
D) reliance on word-of-mouth referrals
E) all of the above

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All of the listed recruiting practices may create a glass ceiling. Reliance on employee referrals and word-of-mouth referrals may perpetuate homogeneity in the workforce and limit opportunity for diverse candidates. Job postings for only lower-level positions may limit advancement opportunities for women and minority candidates. Use of executive search firms that are unaware of affirmative action obligations may result in a lack of diversity in candidate pools.

Which of the Following Recruiting Practices May Create a Glass