Susan Beaumont says power accrues more easily to men than women, so women must learn how to use their power.
SUSAN BEAUMONT
Lewis Center for Church Leadership
We’ve all seen this happen: A woman suggests an idea or solution to a problem, only to have that idea totally ignored. Five minutes later a male counterpart suggests the same idea, and everyone lights up with enthusiasm and support. What’s going on?
Too often, female leaders undermine themselves when it comes to their use of power. These five common pitfalls are especially troublesome for women.