The double-bind dilemma for women in leadership

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By  Amelia Costigan

Gender stereotypes and the “think leader, think male” mindset create a no-win situation for women leaders. Because they are often evaluated against a “masculine” standard of leadership, women are left with limited and unfavorable options, no matter how they behave and perform as leaders. This infographic summarizes foundational Catalyst research on the double-bind dilemma.

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