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Women, Organizational Development, and the New Science of Happiness
Get PDFDo people need a lot of money or wealth to be happy? Some social scientists say no. Once people get beyond having their basic needs met, making more money does little to raise the sense of satisfaction (Diener & Seligman, 2002). What, then, makes people happy? According to a new science of happiness, authentic happiness centers on conditions that enable people to flourish in their lives (Seligman, 2003). When asked what conditions brought them the greatest source of happiness, more than 900 women said their greatest sense of happiness came from their children, religious or spiritual life, family connections and friendships, contributing to the lives of others, and leisure and holiday time (Diener & Seligman, 2002). Further, research reported in the Miller, Caldwell, and Lawson (2000), the Sloane Business Review (1991), and by the Business Women\u27s Network (2002) reveals that many professional working women, if given the option, would choose flextime, spending time with family, and helping others over making more money. Other studies show women want friendly and supportive work environments and are, therefore, working with organizational leaders to achieve them. In fact, a recent article, The Opt-Out Revolution, reports that because the corporate world has not enabled conditions that help women flourish, many are unhappy and many others are leaving the traditional corporate world altogether (Belkin, 2003). Thus, while some studies suggest that women are leaving the workplace only for reasons such as maternity leaves or day care problems, this paper suggests that although “motherhood” is very important to women, it is not just about this. Social scientists such as Gallos (1989), Ehrenreich (1995), and Hall (1986) say this trend is more about conditions that impede women’s satisfaction with the workplace. Therefore, this study seeks to know more about the conditions which can impede or enhance women’s happiness in the workplace
Critical Research: Postmodern Methodologies for the Examination of Race, Ethnicity, Class, and Gender in Education
Get PDFAlthough feminist perspectives are at times in conflict with each other, all focus on the lives of women and, to some extent, social justice for women.
Influences of Early Life Experiences on the Generative Leadership Roles of Four Female Professors of Educational Leadership
Get PDFThis study examined the influences of early life experiences on the development of leadership in four female professors of educational leadership. The findings of this naturalistic study suggest that early influences related to achievement, affiliation, and power are precursors of generativity on the part of these leaders. Understanding self as leader through reflection and critical examination can provide insight into those early experiences that can help girls and young women develop their leadership capacity. The authors conclude with a discussion of implications for leadership preparation and further research
Political Leaders and the Media: A Relationship that Impacts on the Nation\u27s Consciousness
Get PDFThis study aimed to further investigate the relationship between politicians and the media and its impact on the consciousness of Australians during a critical period of political events in late November 2009 and early December 2009 in Australia. The findings of this study reflect limitations in perceptions of political leaders as governed by gaps in how the media portrays leaders, leadership, and issues that are of significance to a nation, and gaps in how politicians convey information and analysis to the public through the media. The study highlights how influential the Australian media is in shaping perceptions of wide ranging issues beyond those directly covered. It points to recommendations to empower and enable effective decision-making at all levels of society
Women\u27s Leadership: Young Men\u27s Expectations of Female Leaders
Get PDFInterviews with twenty pre-professional millennial men revealed that while many young men have experienced a maledominated home life in their youth, their experiences in college and early work have led most to believe that in their professional careers female authority figures will be a normal and accepted part of work. Other themes include the desire for more personal and trusting relationships in the work place and a growing acceptance of all people without discrimination. Implications of this study are discussed
Women Faculty in Higher Education: Impeded by Academe
Get PDFThis paper attempts to synthesize literature available regarding the status of women faculty in the academy and barriers that hinder their success. First, a short treatise of the historical and sociological perspectives of women in higher education is provided. The institutional structure, culture and climate in postsecondary institutions will be examined. Particular attention will be paid to such structural issues as hiring practices, salary, tenure, research, service, and teaching and advising loads, while intradepartmental relations, socialization and mentoring patterns, isolation, research support, and financial resources and child care will be covered under climate and cultural issues. Both the experiences of the collectivity of women as well as individual women will also be portrayed. Findings from the literature suggest that gender inequity is still a practice of the present, rather than a part of the academy\u27s past. Finally, suggestions for improving the chances for women\u27s success in the academy will be provided
Education and Women\u27s Resiliency: Exploring the Experiences of Successful Women from Disadvantaged Backgrounds
Get PDFWhile some research has explored the needs of minority women, very little research has focused onwomen who have faced other disadvantages beyond those associated with minority status
Teachers\u27 Perceptions of "smart" girls: What does it mean for developing girls and young women into leaders?
Get PDFBased on two studies, one of girls and young women in middle schools and high schools (n=802) and a random sample of their teachers (n=41), there is evidence that girls and young women are confident in their views of themselves as "smart" and do not see any differences in how they are treated by their peers or teachers for being "smart". The evidence from the teachers supports these perceptions and provides a glimpse at what characteristics/behaviors teachers perceive as identifying girls and young women as "smart." This evidence suggests that there is confidence among girls and young women relative to being "smart" which may well provide a basis for the development of skills which are needed to ensure girls and young women become leaders in our society
Black Women Teacher Educators: Creating Enduring Afriographies as Leaders and Change Makers
Get PDFWithin the womanist tradition, Black women have fought against multiple oppressions through the construction of enduring afriographies , as leaders and change-makers, and as scholars committed to research and service in and for communities of color (Henry, 1998; Hill, 2002; Ladson-Billings, 1996). This study investigated the perspectives, experiences, and practices of three Black women teacher educators using womanist theory and portraiture methodology. In interviewing and shadowing participants, and reviewing documents related to their teaching practices, two questions were posed: a) In what ways are their teaching practices informed by their experiences?; and, How does the theme of "race uplift" help to shape their work within the academy? This paper explores findings from the latter question and considers participants\u27 power to lead and effect change in their academic roles and in their creation of enduring afriographies
Factors Influencing Successful IT Women\u27s Career Choices: A Qualitative Study
Get PDFWomen and minorities continue to be underrepresented in information technology (IT) career fields. In this study, we examined critical self-descriptions of women who selected and excelled in information technology careers. Analysis of six narratives revealed that family support, teachers, and hands-on learning experiences were critical sources of women\u27s development of self-authorship leading to selection of an IT career path. Findings from this research suggest intervention strategies for parents, teachers, and counselors that will encourage more women to pursue careers in information technology