Women and Leadership

by Deborah L. Rhode Narrated by Jo Anna Perrin

Overview

In Women and Leadership, the eminent legal scholar Deborah L. Rhode focuses on women's underrepresentation in leadership roles and asks why it persists and what we can do about it. Although organizations generally stand to gain from increasing gender equity in leadership, women's underrepresentation is persistent and pervasive. Rhode explores the reasons, including women's family roles, unconscious gender bias, and exclusion from professional development networks. She stresses that we cannot address the problem at the individual level; instead, she argues that we need broad-based strategies that address the deep-seated structural and cultural conditions facing women. She surveys a range of professions in politics, management, law, and academia and draws from a survey of prominent women to develop solutions that can successfully chip away at the imbalance. These include developing robust women-to-women networks, enacting laws and policies that address work/life imbalances, and training programs that start at an earlier age. Rhode's clear exploration of the leadership gap and her compelling policy prescriptions will make this an essential book for anyone interested in leveling the playing field for women leaders in America.

Editorial Reviews

From the Publisher

"This book is an extension of Rhode's past work on continuing inequality in the workplace, society and home. ... what makes this book compelling is that she offers clear solutions for change despite the depressing statistics quoted. ... An essential read for all in leadership or for those who aspire to lead." — Dr Judith Bourne, Law Society Gazette

"The exploration of gender biases in the workforce and among leadership at the highest levels, and what can be done about them, is often highly theoretical. Rhode's book transformed the research into a personal, real, and relatable journey compelling the reader to help solve gender inequity." - Olga V. Mack, California Lawyer

Product Details

BN ID:	2940170492473
Publisher:	Tantor Audio
Publication date:	03/26/2019
Edition description:	Unabridged
Sales rank:	1,099,050

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