Politics and power in organizations: why women lose out

Abstract

Discusses reasons for women not reaching the same level of achievement as their male counterparts. Details a number of ways in which power is biased in favour of men and identifies a number of sources of power in organizations. Gives women′s views of organizational politics suggesting that they fail to recognize the importance of political competence. Outlines a number of strategies women can adopt to develop political skills. Argues that men must recognize it is in the interests of the organization to allow women to advance to top management positions.

Citation

Mann, S. (1995), "Politics and power in organizations: why women lose out", Leadership & Organization Development Journal, Vol. 16 No. 2, pp. 9-15. https://doi.org/10.1108/01437739510082271