5 leadership qualities that women typically possess, that men don't
There is undeniably stigma around the idea that men and women can equally operate at a high level in leadership and executive roles. We’d argue that women - depending on the company that they are a leader of - can actually offer some things that men can’t; or at the very least, they tend to naturally possess a set of skills that men are required to take time to learn. In an effort to learn more about this phenomenon, we looked at why women might make better leaders and what sets them apart.
Women are more likely to be self-aware
Women are more likely to be self-aware. They know their strengths and weaknesses, what they want, how they feel about themselves and others, and how those feelings affect their relationships with others. Being in touch with your emotions can actually lead to a deep level of self-awareness and understanding. For the longest time, there have been arguments that women can be ‘too emotional’ or let their emotions impact their decision-making. Not only is this entirely untrue, we know that having a high level of emotional intelligence is actually a good thing. Understanding your thoughts, feelings, and emotions, puts you on the path to becoming self-aware - something that allows you to identify your strengths and weaknesses, make the appropriate corrections, or put more emphasis on what you are good at.
Women may not always be aware of these things at first—as a matter of fact, sometimes it takes some time for women to realize that they possess these qualities on an emotional level. But once they do realize it (and there are many occasions where they already have), they're able to use this knowledge as leverage when making decisions in leadership positions or around personal relationships.
Women tend to put the needs of others over their own
Women tend to put the needs of others over their own, and this is a powerful quality that has contributed to some of the greatest successes in human history.
Women are more likely to put their families first and take care of them, even if it means sacrificing their own happiness. For example, women often make sure that they don't lose contact with their parents or children by moving away from home, or they will choose jobs where they can work from home so as not to disrupt their families' lives too much.
Women also put the needs of their team before themselves and make sure that everyone is happy in order for them all to succeed together. For example, there have been many instances where female employees have been promoted over male coworkers because they were more qualified but were not willing to step on anyone else's toes when it came time for promotions; instead, these women would ask permission from higher-ups beforehand so as not disrupt any existing power structures within an organization
Women tend to be more patient
Women are often more patient than men. In fact, research has shown that women tend to be better at dealing with stress, which leads them to be more patient in the workplace and in leadership roles.
Women show more compassion and empathy
Women are more likely to show compassion, empathy and understanding. These qualities are not only important for a leader but also make them more approachable.
These traits help women gain respect from their co-workers and they can also build trust with clients and customers as well as get the best out of employees by making them feel valued in the organization.
Women are more likely to see their leadership role as a way to give back
As a woman, you might see leadership as a way to help others. You know that the best leaders are those who empower their employees and make sure they're taken care of. Men typically view the opportunity as a way of putting themselves ahead of others.
Women will often act as mentors for other women, helping them grow professionally and personally. Men will usually do everything they can so they get promoted before anyone else—even if that means stepping on their peers' toes.
The difference between how men and women view leadership is one reason why men are more likely to be promoted over women at work—and why even when men take on these roles themselves, they still don't always deliver the best results for their company or organization because they focus too much on personal success rather than team success.
All of these qualities are also great in men, but they're more common in women
Self-awareness
Compassion and empathy
Patience and hard work
A sense of duty to others