ICN Seminar: Michelle Ryan
28 November 2018, 2:00 pm–3:00 pm
We are pleased to announce a special ICN Seminar given by Professor Michelle Ryan from University of Exeter.
This event is free.
Event Information
Open to
- All
Cost
- Free
Organiser
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Institute of Cognitive Neuroscience
Location
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B10 (basement seminar room)244: Alexandra House17-19 Queen SquareLondonWC1N 3AZUnited Kingdom
TITLE: Uncovering the Glass Cliff: Women’s leadership roles in times of crisis
SPEAKER: Professor Michelle Ryan, University of Exeter
HOST: Professor Sarah-Jayne Blakemore
ABSTRACT:
Research into the glass cliff examines what happens when women begin to take on leadership roles in increasing numbers. Extending the metaphor of the glass ceiling, 'the glass cliff' describes a leadership phenomenon whereby women are more likely to be found in leadership positions that are associated with a greater risk of failure and criticism - think Theresa May and Brexit. This talk will describe a decades worth of research which has uncovered the phenomenon of the glass cliff looking at archival research into company performance, experimental laboratory studies, and interviews with female leaders. We will also examine some of the underlying psychological processes: stereotypes, support networks, and organisational strategy; and a recent meta-analysis of the glass cliff phenomenon. Implications for gender equality initiatives and for women who are aiming for leadership roles will be discussed.