Also Quote by Sendhil Mullainathan
“Even when a man and a woman perform equally well in a task - say, solving math problems - men are more willing to enter competitions based on that task. Men also show less risk aversion.”
About This Quote
Men tend to enter competitions and take risks more than women even when abilities are equal.
In simple terms: Men compete more despite equal skill.
Key Takeaway
Recognize and address gender bias in competition entry.
Themes
gender bias
competition
risk aversion
confidence
Mood
reflective
analytical
Type
observational
research
When to use this quote
- workplace promotions
- academic contests
- entrepreneurial pitching
- team project leadership
Key Concepts
social psychology
behavioral economics
stereotype threat
Questions to Reflect On
- How do societal expectations shape willingness to compete?
- What interventions could equalize competition entry?
A Different Perspective
Cultural norms and self‑efficacy beliefs may also influence women's lower participation.
