Doe Quote by Sheryl Sandberg
“What works for men does not always work for women, because success and likability are positively correlated for men and negatively correlated for women. That's what the research shows. As a man gets more successful, everyone is rooting for him. As a woman gets more successful, both men and women like her less.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Facebook Women in the Workplace Talk, 2015
Success boosts likability for men but can reduce it for women, reflecting gender bias in perception of achievement.
In simple terms: Men praised when successful; women often judged harshly.
Key Takeaway
Recognize and counteract gender bias in evaluating success.
Themes
gender bias
success
likability
perception
social dynamics
Mood
reflective
critical
analytical
Type
observational
analytical
commentary
When to use this quote
- workplace promotions
- media representation
- leadership assessments
- public speaking
- team evaluations
Key Concepts
stereotype threat
status incongruity
social comparison
Questions to Reflect On
- How does gender bias affect your own evaluation of success?
- What steps can you take to ensure fair assessment?
A Different Perspective
The pattern may differ across cultures or industries, and individual experiences vary.
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