"A large organization is looking to improve its competitive advantage by hiring employees with unique and rare capabilities. In an effort to achieve this, they start to focus their hiring efforts on individuals who place a high value on their uniqueness. However, after hiring these employees, they notice that they do not seem to fit in with the rest of the organization and are not considered to be part of the larger culture of the organization. Despite being highly valued for their uniqueness, they feel isolated and subject to stereotypes. Which of the following concepts best explains this scenario?"

Optimal distinctiveness theory

Differentiation

In$-$group favoritism

Access$-$and$-$legitimacy perspective