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My dog’s bigger than your dog: Men tend
to be hierarchical, competitive, and concerned with who’s
bigger, better, stronger, or whatever. This can create
unhealthy competition with coworkers.
You’re not the boss of me:
Some guys have trouble
acknowledging that anyone has the authority to direct their
activities. This can get them in hot water with their
managers.
Being a guy means never having to say you’re
sorry:
Men are less likely to admit mistakes and offer appropriate
apologies, sometimes leaving others annoyed and angry.
Real men don’t need help:
Men may see a need for
collaboration as a sign of weakness. They are then less
likely to form helpful partnerships with work colleagues.
Me Tarzan, you Jane:
Men who are stuck in gender
stereotypes have a tough time working for women. They may
ignore a female boss’s requests or go over her head to a
higher-level male manager.
Life is one big frat party:
Some guys who never
grew up enjoy insults, practical jokes, and crude humor.
They fail to realize that others may not. Carried too far,
this can even create sexual harassment problems.
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But that hurt my feelings :
Women are more likely to
have emotional reactions to business issues. This can lead
to unnecessary conflicts.
Do you think maybe we might possibly try
this?: Women
tend to use “conditional speech”. They often qualify their
statements with words like ‘maybe’ or ‘probably’, making
them seem less certain of their views.
Being a gal means always having to say you’re
sorry:
Women are more likely to apologize, even when they’ve done
nothing wrong. Constantly saying “I’m sorry” can make them
look weak.
Power is an aphrodisiac:
Women are often attracted
to men with power. Unfortunately, this may include
developing an attraction to their boss, leading to
problematic workplace romances.
Did you hear the latest dirt? :
Women can get
entangled in relationship “snits” with other women. In
female groups, work is often disturbed by gossip, cliques,
and backbiting.
Giving up the floor:
In meetings, presentations,
and discussions, women often give away their power by
allowing men to interrupt and take over.
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