The Main Behavioural Characteristics that Lead to the Perception that Women are Better Managers than Men
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https://doi.org/10.70670/sra.v4i2.2238Keywords:
Women’s Leadership, Managerial Attributes, Women’s ConductAbstract
This research examines behaviors that may lead to the belief that women are superior managers to men. This research looks to analyze the relationship between behaviors such as empathy, emotional intelligence, and inclusive communication, as well as transformational leadership and modern organizations, the fit of these behaviors, and the ease with which these behaviors are assessed in management roles. This study utilized a qualitative research design where participants included twelve women managers of diverse sectors, and data were collected through semi-structured interviews that focused on their management styles, work experiences, and challenges. The qualitative data collected were analyzed to identify common work-related behaviors and patterns. The main findings identified that women/s management styles contributed to the creation of inclusive and collaborative environments, and the emotional intelligence which women managers display positively influenced working teams and the organization as a whole. The study acknowledges the presence of challenges and barriers such as gender bias, male-centric workplace cultures, and restricted opportunities to gain formal and informal guidance, which affect the entry of women into management positions. The study shows that addressing the barriers to women managers will allow women to excel in management roles and lead to enhanced performance and innovation for the organization.
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