Developing Women Leaders

Developing Women Leaders answers the question "How do we best develop women leaders?" with practical solutions drawn from current literature and the author's personal interviews with high-achievers in major US companies and universities. Retaining talented women in corporations is more critical than ever in light of recent research demonstrating that companies with the highest representations of women in leadership roles show better financial performance. This book helps to answer the question, “How do we best develop women leaders?” by uniquely translating the findings from social science research into strategies and tips that people in management can apply. Developing Women Leaders answers the question “How do we best develop women leaders?” with practical solutions drawn from current literature and the author’s personal interviews with high-achievers in major US companies and universities. Presents research-based, practical solutions to help people in organizations develop talented women Describes what organizations and individuals need to know about leadership competencies, personality, and leadership styles Explains gender-related issues that affect the behaviors of both women and men at work Integrates first-hand accounts by high-achieving women and men from major US companies and universities about their leadership experiences Separate chapters addressed to CEOs and Human Resource executives, managers, and women offer practical suggestions to implement in their organizations, using examples from some 'best practice' companies Has relevance across the range of all organizations including Fortune 500 companies, academic institutions, non-profit organizations and small businesses Has significance for every aspect of society – business, government, law, families, careers, and health