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There are some studies that suggest that men and women do have some, even though in our eyes not very significant differences in leading and leadership styles as well as the focus when being on the job.
The masculine image of the heroic leader is still prevalent in the workforce. Some women in the workforce who have made it to the top have "mimicked a male role" -that is, they may be single, have no children, or have stay at home spouses (www.findarticles.com).
So, the ideal worker is seen as having masculine qualities. Recent research refuses the widely held view that women are more democratic, while men are more autocratic at work. Many believe that female managers are more results orientated at work, and their male counterparts are more business minded, and are strategic planners.
According to a study we found, male leaders are better at tooting their own horn and getting recognized for their efforts, but women are more focused on the work and getting the work done (www.stemware.com). We have to say, even though this statement of men "tooting their own horn" is quite harsh stated, but we think that men certainly communicate their achievements usually to more people and make themselves more heard than women usually do.
On the other hand, female leaders tend to be more effective in building consensus when making decisions and are more thoughtful in their decision- making processes. Female leaders tend to be more effective in building consensus when making decisions and are more thoughtful in their decision- making processes (www.findarticles.com).
Women managers and leaders usually display a more supportive and cooperative role. Women have learned to manage effectively without relying on the control of resources and power to motivate others. They tend to lead by providing clear guidance and direction, organize their workload that allows them to stay on top of their work environment, and they offer their help more readily.