HE WORKS, SHE WORKS

But What Different Impressions They Make....

Have you ever found yourself up against the double standard at work? Then you know how annoying it can be and how alone you can feel. Supervisors and co-workers still judge us by old stereotypes that say women are emotional, disorganized and inefficient. Here are some of the most glaring examples of the typical office double-standard.

The family picture is on HIS desk:
He's a responsible family man

HIS desk is cluttered:
He's obviously a hard worker and a busy man

HE'S talking with co-workers:
He must be discussing the latest deal.

HE'S not at his desk:
He must be at a meeting.

HE'S not in the office
He's meeting customers.

HE'S having lunch with the boss:
He's on his way up.

The boss criticized HIM:
He'll improve his performance.

HE got an unfair deal:
Did he get angry?

HE delegates tasks:
He manages efficiently.

HE'S getting married:
He'll get more settled.

HE'S having a baby:
He'll need a raise.

HE'S going on a business trip:
It's good for his career

HE'S leaving for a better job:
He recognizes a good opportunity.

The family picture is on HER desk:
Hmm, her family will come before her career.

HER desk is cluttered:
She's obviously a disorganized scatterbrain.

SHE'S talking with co-workers
She must be gossiping.

SHE'S not at her desk:
She must be in the ladies' room.

SHE'S not in the office:
She must be out shopping.

SHE'S having lunch with the boss:
They must be having an affair.

The boss criticized HER:
She'll be very upset.

SHE got an unfair deal:
Did she cry?

SHE delegates tasks:
She makes everyone else do her work for her.

SHE'S getting married:
She'll get pregnant and leave.

SHE'S having a baby:
She'll cost the company money in maternity benefits.

SHE'S going on a business trip:
What does her husoand say?

SHE'S leaving for a better job:
Women are undependable