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Book SynopsisRecipient of a 2022 Most Promising New Textbook Award from the Textbook & Academic Authors Association (TAA) While women in the United States account for nearly half the workforce, they continue to encounter unique personal, social, and structural dynamics as leaders. Authors Lisa DeFrank Cole and Sherylle J. Tan explore these dynamics and more in
Women and Leadership: Journey Towards Equity. Grounded in leadership theory and research, this text delves into the barriers and challenges women face on their leadership journeys, including stereotypes, bias, inequality, discrimination, and domestic responsibilities. The text includes several chapters devoted to strategies and tools for overcoming obstacles, creating structural change, and moving towards greater equity.
Table of ContentsChapter 1: Why Study Women and Leadership SECTION I: FOUNDATIONS Chapter 2: Historical Context Chapter 3: Social Context Chapter 4: Relevant Leadership Approaches and Theories Chapter 5: Gender Differences in Norms, Styles, and Effectiveness SECTION II: BARRIERS AND CHALLENGES Chapter 6: Implications of Stereotypes and Bias Chapter 7: Consequence of and Solutions for Inequality and Discrimination Chapter 8: Work, Family, and Life Responsibilities Chapter 9: Global and Cross-Cultural Leadership SECTION III: SUPPORTS AND SOLUTIONS Chapter 10: Developing Leader Identity and Leadership Capacities Chapter 11: Navigating the Labyrinth Chapter 12: Invisible Systems and Creating Structural Change Chapter 13: Movement towards Equity
