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When feedback relies on vague gendered language

I got told I was too aggressive in my performance review and when I asked for specifics, my manager could not give me any.

Juana
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More people experience this than they realize.

What we've seen

Subjective criticism often masks discomfort with women displaying traditionally masculine leadership traits.

Ideas that help explain it
Worth thinking about

“Where Are You with Femininity — constructed and contested?”

If this sounds familiar, the Library can help you find the bigger picture.