In one sense leadership is the same for both men and women, but in a lot of respects the challenges of leadership differ slightly for men and women. Genders are not treated the same, and men and women may bring different skills and abilities to the leadership table. In this section we'll look at some of these differences, and some of the challenges women face that are unique to them in leadership roles.
By Ellen Ostrow
- This article is aimed at women lawyers. As well as providing women with some tips for becoming leaders, this article can help with changing current ideas about leadership ideals.
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By Rochelle Sharpe
- If the title of this article speaks the truth, why aren't there more women leaders? Read this article to learn why, according to the article.
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By Rochelle Sharpe
- Special Businessweek report explains research findings that suggest women are better leaders than men, and addresses issues related to why there are not more women in leadership positions in companies and corporations.
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By Joanna L. Krotz
- If you are female and looking to succeed in business, is an MBA worth getting? Learn the pro's and cons here.
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By Gina Hamilton
- Gina Hamilton argues that female scientists must collaborate with their male colleagues if women are to overcome their natural instinct to reach consensus rather than scientific truth.
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By Joanna L. Krotz
- A controversial subject, but here's some interesting information about women in managerial positions and leadership positions.
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By Dr. Judy B. Rosner
- Women managers who have broken the glass ceiling in medium-sized, non traditional organizations have proven that effective leaders don’t come from one mold. They have demonstrated that using the command-and-control style of managing others, a style generally associated with men in large, traditional organizations, is not the only way to succeed.
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By MARGARET LOCHER
- Men are better at delegating. Women are better at rewarding subordinates. Tired old stereotypes, perhaps, but both men and women in leadership positions believe them—to the detriment of female leaders, according to a study by the nonprofit research organization Catalyst.
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