Research commissioned by the Girls’ Day School Trust (GDST) has caused controversy online today.
has caused controversy online today after reports surfaced that stated ‘Girls want to enjoy work but not lead’, based on the study.
But as you examine the role models girls have for leadership, you see exactly why they have such an aversion to it . Thein the study noted that good leaders are inspiring, responsible, ensure individuals are understood and appreciated, have an impressive work ethic and do not give up easily – qualities they apparently do not see across their examples of public-facing leadership today.
Current leaders stand accused of turning a generation off the stale male model of traditional leadership. ‘Girls and young women in the survey prefer more collaborative models; and feel that earning the right to lead is a more commendable aspiration than just wanting to be a boss.’
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