I was cleaning up my room when I came across a handout that was distributed by my professor in my Intro to Sociology (more than 3 years ago!). I held on to it because although this was written in the 70s, there’s still a ring of truth to it. What do you think?
The family picture is on HIS desk: “Ah, solid, responsible family man.”
The family picture is on HER desk: “Hmm, her family will come before her career.”
HIS desk is cluttered: He’s obviously a hard worker and a busy man.
HER desk is cluttered: She’s obviously a disogranized scatterbrain.
HE’S talking with co-workers: He must be discussing the latest deal.
SHE’S talking with co-workers: She must be gossiping.
HE’S not at his desk: He must be in a meeting.
SHE’S not at her desk: She must be in the ladies’ room.
HE’S not in the office: He’s meeting customers.
SHE’S not in the office: She must be out shopping.
HE’S having lunch with the boss: He’s on his way up.
SHE’S having lunch with the boss: They must be having an affair.
The boss criticize HIM: He’ll improve his performance.
The boss criticized HER: She’ll be very upset.
HE’S getting married: He’ll get more settled.
SHE’S getting married: She’ll get pregnant and leave.
HE’S having a baby: He’ll need a raise.
SHE’S having a baby: She’ll cost the company money in maternity benefits.
HE’S going on a business trip: It’s good for his career.
SHE’S going on a business trip: “What does her husband say?”
HE’S leaving for a better job: He recognizes a good opportunity.
SHE’S leaving for a better job: Women are undependable.
January 8, 2007 at 11:06 am
that is just not fair!
boooooo.
Hehehe.
January 8, 2007 at 5:51 pm
So true!
January 9, 2007 at 3:43 am
that was in the 70’s. a lot may have changed after 30 years, but still…some people are too stubborn to see the truth.
January 9, 2007 at 8:07 am
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January 9, 2007 at 11:53 pm
I think some of it are still true. But some of it are already changing. Like we see a lot of women bosses nowadays.
January 10, 2007 at 2:17 am
hey, everyone! thanks for the comments. i’m glad that we live in this time of the history wherein women are making strides in the workplace. i hope in time, this stereotypes and attitudes towards working women will all change.