Half of all jobs in the U.S. are found through recommendations in informal networks, such as LinkedIn. High-paying jobs are usually filled by influential people with inside knowledge. Groups that are underrepresented on the job market have less access to high-profile jobs and benefit less from their professional networks. However, previous research does not explain why their networks are less effective.
Research on discrimination: Access to professional networks is crucial
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