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nepotism  

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  • Nepotism is generally defined as preference given to a relative by a person in a position of power in an organization. Nepotistic preferences are most often defined in terms of hiring decisions but may also be manifest in evaluations, pay decisions, and other personnel decisions. [Source: Encyclopedia of Career Development; Nepotism]

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