In this thought-provoking podcast, Zhiyan "Z" Wu and Lucia Naldi delve into their research on how having daughters can influence the way men view and interact with women in the workplace. The episode explores the concept of the "daughter effect," which posits that fathers, through their social interactions with their daughters, may become more empathetic and aware of the gender disparities that women face in professional settings, especially in male-led ventures. This influence, they argue, is not direct but emerges from the dynamics within the family as daughters share their daily experiences with their fathers, particularly those involving gender bias or inequality.
One aspect that stood out in the podcast was the clear and accessible way Wu and Naldi explained their study's methodology and findings. They highlighted how family interactions-often perceived as personal and private-can play a significant role in shaping a father's perspective on gender equity. Wu described how a daughter might come home from school or work and recount experiences where gender bias affected her, which in turn creates a space for fathers to reflect on the challenges women face. This social learning process, Wu suggested, might influence a father's behavior toward women in the workplace, even without the intention of teaching or mentoring. I particularly appreciated how the authors framed the "daughter effect" as a subtle but impactful mechanism for societal change, which made the podcast feel both personal and universally relevant.
One thing that worked well in the podcast was the balance between theoretical concepts and real-world application. The discussion was grounded in academic research, yet the hosts made sure to relate the findings to everyday life. They gave tangible examples, such as how a father might respond differently to a gendered issue at work after learning about his daughter's own struggles. This connection made the research feel immediate and accessible to a broader audience, not just academics or business leaders.
However, I would have liked to hear more concrete examples of how these insights could be practically applied in leadership roles. While the episode effectively explained the "daughter effect," it would have been valuable to hear more about specific strategies that male leaders could adopt to foster gender equity in the workplace-beyond just becoming aware of gender disparity. A deeper exploration into actionable takeaways would provide listeners with a clearer sense of how to implement these insights.
From a personal perspective, I found the concept of the "daughter effect" particularly compelling because it resonates with the work we have been doing in class on organizational behavior and leadership. As we've discussed, leaders' perspectives on diversity and inclusion are shaped by their personal experiences and values. This podcast reinforced the importance of considering how familial and social dynamics influence leadership practices. It also brought home the idea that subtle shifts in personal life-such as a father listening to his daughter's experiences-can have broader societal implications, which connects directly to how organizational cultures evolve over time.
Overall, this podcast is a valuable contribution to the ongoing conversation about gender equity in leadership, offering a fresh perspective on how personal life can intersect with professional behaviors. I would highly recommend it to anyone interested in leadership development, gender studies, or organizational culture.
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Yunqing Sun
San Francisco CA
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Original Message:
Sent: 05-28-2024 13:15
From: Ashley Kilgore
Subject: Latest episode of the Resoundingly Human podcast explores the Daughter Effect
Check out the latest episode of the INFORMS podcast Resoundingly Human, where I am joined by Zhiyan "Z" Wu with Erasmus University and Lucia Naldi with Jönköping University, to discuss their study recently published in the INFORMS journal Management Science, "Learning from Their Daughters: Family Exposure to Gender Disparity and Female Representation in Male-Led Ventures." This was a fun episode to record and I am excited to share it with you all! (But first ... I'm going to go call my dad :)!)
The Daughter Effect - Resoundingly Human
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| | The Daughter Effect - Resoundingly Human | | For this episode, we're going to turn the tables and take a look at the role that children can have on shaping and influencing their parents, specifically, how having daughters can shape how men view and interact with women in the workplace, especially men in leadership roles. | | View this on Resoundingly Human > |
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Ashley Kilgore
Manager, Communications
INFORMS
Catonsville MD
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