Each gender tendency has its own advantages and disadvantages. A Mexican painter and activist born in Mexico City in 1907, her work has been celebrated internationally as emblematic of Mexican national and indigenous traditions and by feminists for its honest depiction of female experience. Understanding each tendency will allow your leaders, and their direct reports, more insight into the people who currently run the organization. One can argue pros and cons but I think this is why men are typically more effective leaders and much more popular leaders. As we have just discussed, there are unique differences between the leadership styles of men and women in the workplace. You can also choose to be emailed when someone replies to your comment. Create a commenting name to join the debate, There are no Independent Premium comments yet - be the first to add your thoughts, There are no comments yet - be the first to add your thoughts. She is also celebrated for her furniture and jewellery designs. Focusing on principles and rules are good to an extent, but never really connect the team in a unified, mutually appreciative and relational manner. followers) is changing and that it takes more of a "take care" approach in many of the more organic organizations. I would love to see more men and women partner in leadership instead of compete for it, playing to each other strengths whatever they are (task or people). I've coached many women who take care and take charge. The most insightful comments on all subjects will be published daily in dedicated articles. Well, as attitudes about women leaders change (they are changing, albeit ever so slowly) and the "labyrinth" becomes less difficult to navigate, we expect more to women attain high-level leadership positions. Realize, however, that this involves people's perceptions of leaders, colored by stereotypes and expectations. Independent Premium Comments can be posted by members of our membership scheme, Independent Premium. Each gender should read the other’s characteristics to gain a more rounded approach to their own leadership strengths and areas for improvement. Female Leadership Styles. The primary issue is a "leader" is someone who leads or guides. Karin Klenke (2004). Used to wonder why men dominated, but it makes sense: Gender Bias Continues to be Rampant Despite Empirical Evidence. She was the first female tennis celebrity and one of the first international women sports stars, overcoming a childhood plagued with ill health including chronic asthma – which continued to plague her in her adult life. Harvard Business School Press. (2008). Of course, men in leadership positions are also realizing that the old way of leading - taking charge (command and control) - may not be as effective in today's world and in the future, so they learn to adapt and change how they lead.