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Professional success Quote by Hillary Rodham Clinton

“the data show that for men, likability and professional success are correlated. The more successful a man is, the more people like him. With women, it’s the exact opposite. The more professionally successful we are, the less people like us.” quote by Hillary Rodham Clinton
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““the data show that for men, likability and professional success are correlated. The more successful a man is, the more people like him. With women, it’s the exact opposite. The more professionally successful we are, the less people like us.””

Hillary Rodham Clinton

About This Quote

Source Speech: Remarks on gender and professional success, 2015

Data suggests men gain likability with success, while women lose it as they become more successful.

In simple terms: Success boosts men's likability, harms women's.

Key Takeaway

Recognize and address gender bias in workplaces.

Themes

gender bias career likability

Mood

analytical concerned

Type

social political

When to use this quote

  • career advancement
  • team building
  • leadership training
  • performance reviews

Key Concepts

social perception gender dynamics

Questions to Reflect On

  • How can organizations support successful women?
  • What policies reduce bias?
A Different Perspective

Cultural stereotypes may resist change.

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