Confidence and Gender in the Workplace

The video explores the gender confidence gap, highlighting how women often underestimate their abilities compared to men. It discusses studies showing women ask for less salary and are less likely to apply for promotions unless fully qualified. Overconfidence is shown to be advantageous in the workplace, often benefiting men more. The video also addresses gender bias in confidence perception and suggests parenting strategies to encourage confidence in children.

What percentage of qualifications do women feel they need to have before applying for a job, according to the studies mentioned?

• 80%

• 60%

• 50%

• 100%

What is the impact of discussing confidence during tests on women's scores, as mentioned in the studies?

• Scores fluctuate

• Scores drop

• Scores remain the same

• Scores improve

In the context of overconfidence, what did Cameron Anderson find to be more important than competence?

• Networking

• Confidence

• Education

• Experience

How are female CEOs perceived in terms of confidence when they speak less?

• More confident

• Less confident

• Not confident at all

• Equally confident

What is a significant challenge for women in the workplace related to confidence?

• Lack of education

• Double standards

• Excessive ambition

• Overconfidence

What is one of the key qualities that is becoming more valued in the 21st-century workplace?

• Strict hierarchy

• Individualism

• Listening and negotiation

• Aggressiveness

What did Christine Lagarde suggest women should do in pursuit of confidence?

• Avoid leadership roles

• Focus on perfection

• Dare to be different

• Imitate men

What is a common fear among young women that prevents them from taking risks, according to the discussion on parenting?

• Fear of competition

• Fear of failure

• Fear of public speaking

• Fear of success

What is the suggested approach for men to support their female colleagues in the workplace?

• Compete with them

• Ignore their achievements

• Encourage them to speak up

• Offer unsolicited advice

What is a beneficial outcome of allowing children to experience failure, as discussed in the parenting section?

• Increased anxiety

• Greater resilience

• Fear of trying new things

• Lower self-esteem