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Blog October 11, 2023 1 min

Claudia Coldin, blind auditions and BlindStairs

Claudia Goldin, Nobel Prize-winning economist, inspired BlindStairs' approach to eliminating bias in recruitment. Her research on blind auditions showed how removing identity reveals true talent. BlindStairs applies this concept with a blind resume system to ensure fair, skill-based hiring free from bias.

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Updated: 2/3/2026
Claudia Coldin, blind auditions and BlindStairs

Claudia Goldin, awarded the Nobel Prize in Economics, is not only an iconic figure in academia but also the inspiration behind BlindStairs.

Goldin's academic career focuses on measuring and understanding the roots of issues such as the wage gap and the glass ceiling. Her groundbreaking research on "blind" auditions in symphony orchestras revealed, on one hand, that gender bias exists in selection processes, and on the other, that it can be eliminated.

In her study of blind auditions, she demonstrated how the use of screens to conceal musicians' identities during auditions removed gender bias in selection, facilitating women's entry into orchestras.

Inspired by her research, we at BlindStairs have adapted her findings to the corporate world through blind recruitment. Our blind resume system and other tools are designed to ensure that all candidates are evaluated based on their skills, free from prejudice or bias. 🚀

Goldin proved that achieving real change requires innovative solutions. That is precisely what we offer: a new approach to recruitment that prioritizes equity, eliminates biases, and promotes diversity.

Join us in this revolution of blind recruitment, and together we will make the job market a more inclusive place. 💪