Thinking Critically About: Gender Bias in the Workplace
Around the world, there are gender differences in power. In the workplace, multiple factors contribute to gender bias. (This infographic is from Psychology, 5th Edition, Chapter 4.)
Perceptions: The same behavior from “take-charge” men may be seen as “aggressive” in women. Norms: In most societies, men more than women strive for power and achievement. Leadership style: Men tend to be more directive and opinionated, and to speak assertively, women tend to be more democratic and supportive, and less interruptive.