Today I am exploring the concepts of traditional and subtle sexism, based on research conducted by psychologists Michelle K. Ryan and Miriam K. Zehnter, the emotional impact sexism has on women and the impact it has on them at work. 

 Have you ever been on the receiving end of a sexist comment, or behaviour? One that left you feeling humiliated, angry or feeling like you’ve nowhere to go? Has there been a longer term emotional impact on you too? 

In today's episode, we are talking about:

• Defining what 'sexism' is
• Traditional sexism
• Hostile sexism
• Subtle sexism
• Benevolent sexism

Something Rebecca said today:

" In this essay, Ryan and Zehnter discuss the various forms of sexism, which is a very tricky societal mechanism to explain because it can be so incredibly subtle and yet so incredibly damaging, as they state:

'Sexism is no single thing , but rather a constellation of attitudes, beliefs and behaviours that reinforce patriarchal systems of gender inequality in society…. And are tools brought out to keep women and gender minority groups ‘in their place‘ and to reinforce the status quo.' “ (Rebecca Allen, host - Her Ambitious Career Podcast)

Links:

• Listen to this related episode: Ep 192 – Know What Constitutes ‘Sexual Harassment’ at Work & The Action Victims Can Take, with guest Sarah Cappello
• And this: Ep 175 (Part 1 of 3) - 3 Major Systemic Barriers to Women’s Progression: The Culture Barrier
• Get Rebecca's free download: The 7 Habits of Female Execs Who Get Promoted
• Book a free 15-minute Career Strategy Call with Rebecca and build your credibility and visibility as a leader
• Get your copy of 'Not Now, Not Ever', a series of essays edited by ex-Australian Prime Minister Julia Gillard

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About Rebecca:

Rebecca Allen is a Career & Leadership Coach for corporate women, aspiring to senior levels of leadership. Over the last decade, Rebecca has helped women realise their potential at companies including Woolworths, ANZ, J.P. Morgan, PwC, Coca-Cola Amatil, Ministry of Defence, Frontier Sensing and AbbVie Medical Research through her Roadmap to Senior Leadership coaching programs. Connect with Rebecca