A stereotype is an individual set of beliefs about the characteristics or attributes of a group (Kreitner & Kinicki, 2013). Stereotypes may or may not be accurate and stereotypes are not always negative (Kreitner & Kinicki,2013). It is not bad to stereotype a person or situation however, inappropriate use of stereotypes can lead to poor decisions; can create barriers for women, older individuals, people of color, and people with disabilities; and can undermine loyalty and job satisfaction (Kreitner & Kinicki, 2013). In the case study the young man was stereotyped for his response to the questions being asked, because he did not response as they saw fit, it made the interviewers wonder if he was the man for the job. Organizations experience
