Leadership Development for Women

What is a key strategy to reduce the leadership gap between men and women?

Developing effective and supportive mentoring relationships for women

What can augment women's career development?

Involving them in formal networks and offering work–life support

What is a suggested approach to reduce the leadership gap?

Enhancing women's negotiation power and restructuring negotiations to their advantage

What is one of the changes required to promote women in elite leadership roles?

Greater gender equity in domestic responsibilities Signup and view all the answers

What can be an outcome of promoting women in elite leadership roles?

Increased effectiveness of women-owned businesses Signup and view all the answers

What is the title of the case study mentioned in the text?

The Glass Ceiling Signup and view all the answers

What stereotypical assumption did Lisa's boss make about her ability as a partner?

She couldn't handle risk and mistakes Signup and view all the answers

What could have prevented Lisa's departure from the firm?

A clear and transparent promotion process Signup and view all the answers

What was the underlying bias in the CEO's comment about Lisa and Pamela?

Sexism Signup and view all the answers

What was the consequence of the firm's lack of action on diversity and inclusion?

The firm lost a valuable employee Signup and view all the answers

What could have facilitated Lisa's career advancement?

A mentorship program with a clear career development plan Signup and view all the answers

What is the symbolism of the 'glass ceiling'?

An invisible barrier to career advancement Signup and view all the answers

What stereotype did Samira face in school?

Being seen as too assertive Signup and view all the answers

Why did Samira downplay her ambitions?

She didn't want to be seen as too assertive Signup and view all the answers

What did Samira's manager praise her for?

Being proactive and dependable Signup and view all the answers

Why did Samira's peers advise her to work near her hometown?

To be closer to her family Signup and view all the answers

What was Samira perceived as by her peers?

Too pushy and not a team player Signup and view all the answers

What did Samira think was more exciting?

Working near a large city or having a job that involved travel Signup and view all the answers