As a society, women enjoy a distinct advantage over men. Despite this, Women are still expected to play the role of wife and mother, despite their humble status as family managers and income producers. Some women pursue careers in the arts, such as composing, songwriter, performing, and singing. And while many women are able to earn a living with these careers, the majority of women still remain at home to take care of the family.
Women are perceived to have a clear advantage over men
While the public believes that men and women have equal qualifications in all fields, there are notable differences between them in some industries. Men are more likely to be successful in jobs considered gender-neutral or masculine. In addition, men have a distinct advantage over equal women in settings traditionally considered feminine. While the differences are slight, men still enjoy a slight edge in areas where women are more likely to face discrimination.
Gender differences in views of political leadership between men and women are less stark than they are when focusing on personality traits. Men are more likely than women to say that male and female political leaders are equally capable of handling economic and social issues. On the other hand, only a small percentage of males and females believe that men make better leaders than women in dealing with national security. This gender gap is even more pronounced among the Silent generation and Baby Boomers.
The results suggest that women have an advantage in some leadership roles, especially in the case of managers. Specifically, women are more likely to engage in leadership styles that are viewed as more advantageous by their subordinates. For instance, men often attend to the failure of their subordinates, and delay solving problems until the problem becomes acute. Similarly, women are more likely to engage in leadership styles that foster collaboration rather than conflict.
Nevertheless, the findings indicate that gender-based differences in leadership styles may contribute to the disparity between men and women. For instance, women who describe themselves as agentic are more likely to be perceived as being more transformational than men. On the other hand, men who identify as agentic are more likely to be perceived as being less transformational. Overall, the findings support the hypothesis that gender stereotypes are contributing to the role incongruity.
In a recent McKinsey report, five leadership behaviors that women show more often than men were also seen as more effective. As a result, women in leadership positions are considered to be as effective as their male counterparts. Despite these differences, women remain underrepresented in executive positions. Therefore, companies need to be cognizant of the unique challenges faced by various groups of women. The differences in leadership styles may even be more pronounced in companies with diverse backgrounds.
Women are humble managers of the family income
As the head of household, the woman assumes responsibilities, assigns tasks and provides resources. She prepares family meals, manages household furnishings and supplies, and cares for clothing. She also arranges social functions and projects recreational activities for her family. In addition, she also earns income outside the house. These responsibilities often make her the most respected member of the family. In addition, women are the key drivers of household growth and development.
Women are composers, songwriters, instrumental performers, singers, conductors and other musical professions
The term ‘women in music’ describes the contributions of women to musical and artistic creations. The term is broad and encompasses a variety of genres and styles of music from across the globe, including indigenous music and African folk music. It also includes music from South America, where more than one cultural tradition blends. World music was popularized in the 1980s as a marketing category for non-Western traditional music.
Despite the many achievements made by women in the field of music, the percentage of female musicians in the world’s leading orchestras has been low. According to a recent study, only 1.3% of the major orchestras in the United States employ female composers. This number is even lower in England, where half of the conducting doctorates were awarded to women. The lack of diversity in these professions is not, however, due to lack of talent or education.
The number of women in the music world is increasing. However, women are still limited to a small percentage of the profession, mainly due to gender bias in the concert scene. A case in point is the violinist Hephzibah Menuhin, whose career was limited by socially constructed gender roles. She began performing in public at age eight and was largely ignored by her father. Her performance career didn’t flourish until she was in her late 20s. Her younger sister, Yaltah Menuhin, had a lesser performing career than her brother.
A growing number of female composers has emerged in the last century. Notably, the late twentieth-century saw the birth of two women who were the first million-selling women. They composed such popular songs as “Sweet Rosie O’Grady” and “My Irish Daisy” for the first time. Later, they taught Aaron Copland how to write about music, and they were instrumental performers and composers. They also taught at the Manhattan College of Music and the Cantors Institute of the JTSA.
In the nineteenth century, there were more opportunities for women to become professional musicians. More music education institutions were founded, and more women enrolled in music programs. Often, they needed a time to create and learn. Encouragement was a major factor in women pursuing this field. And today, women are composers, songwriters, instrumental performers, singers, conductors and other musical professions.
Women are expected to be wives and mothers
In the past, young women planned their adult lives around marriage and full-time homemaking. Television shows like Father Knows Best and Barbie dolls fed this dream of suburban life. Today, however, women’s roles within the family are changing dramatically. More young women are delaying marriage and starting careers before their children leave the home, and many are taking on the responsibility of running their family for at least part of their adult life.
These traditional roles are still observed in some cultures today. These roles can be oppressive and leave women vulnerable. To avoid such situations, women must challenge gender roles in the workplace, in school, and in the home. By breaking these stereotypes, women can pursue their professional interests and become empowered to make a difference in the world. However, they must remain committed to balancing their time between family and career responsibilities.
