Capitalist Supremacist Patriarchal Corporate World Sandberg Summary

On one hand, the way it is written makes the book very accessible for people to read and understand. But it is really geared for white, corporate women. This leaves out the large chunk of the population who are not white and/ or are not working in the corporate world, especially those who work minimum wage jobs or jobs that are lower on the totem pole. This, in turn, undermines Sandberg’s argument and her assumption that her book will work for everyone.

Sandberg’s most effective rhetorical device is her use of ethos. As a very accomplished woman she receives some recognition for her achievements, and the fact that she is giving a TED Talk, in front of all of those people, gives her a certain level of recognition. Although she doesn’t describe her past and other experiences in depth in the speech, it can probably be assumed the audience is aware of her background. However, her appeal to ethos can be seen in many other ways. Firstly by her presentation. The way she commands the stage and her flawless speaking style demonstrate to the audience that she is knowledgeable about this subject matter. For her introduction, she uses a story about a CEO not knowing where the women’s bathroom was in his own office, which he had worked in for more than a year. She uses this example to not only bolster her case that women are underrepresented in the workplace, but also to improve her ethos. By telling this story, it is clear that she has been in the board meeting and seen this inequality firsthand. This is a great example of how a personal anecdote could be used to support an argument. A major argument in speech is how women also have the added pressure of balancing work and kids; Sandberg

Discriminating women because of their gender is common in the workforce and unfortunately, has become a norm. Discrimination begins from childhood and that is why it has become accepted in America’s society. Sandberg, chief operating officer of Facebook and author of “Lean In: What Would You Do If You Weren’t Afraid?” writes that “the gender stereotypes introduced in childhood are reinforced throughout our lives and become self-fulfilling prophecies (653).” I can relate to Sandberg’s point because when I was a child, I use to think that girls could not be police officers or fire fighters because it was not seen as an appropriate choice for a girl. I acknowledge Sandberg’s point because gender stereotypes are reinforced in television, the workforce, and at home during indoor or outdoor chores. hooks, activist and author of “Dig Deep: Beyond Lean In” would support this point; however, she would argue that patriarchy is the core issue, not stereotypes. In other words, hook believes that “we must understand that challenging and dismantling patriarchy is at the core of contemporary feminist struggle- this is essential and necessary if women and men are to be truly liberated from outmoded sexist thinking and actions (662).” If patriarchy is the focus then America can establish why women are treated unequally from the men. Stereotypes are important, but hooks’ think that Sandberg “Is simply taking old ideas and giving them a new twist (664).” I agree with hook because Sandberg mentions how women face stereotypical issues, however does not explain that patriarchy is the real reason women have difficulties in the workforce. Before jumping into conclusions Slaughter must focus on how patriarchy can improve.

Sheryl Sandberg’s argument is that women are capable of reaching the same career heights that men are. We are held back by stereotypes, gender bias, fear, and the assumption that if we choose to have a career, we can’t have a fulfilling home life. Traditionally, women should seek a good husband first, and if we can manage to fit in a bit of a career on the side, good for us. Ms. Sandberg points out that girls are taught from a young age that society doesn’t favor women who are bossy, assertive, and ambitious; attributes that are nurtured in boys right from the start, and which cultivate leadership skills. Since we are taught to be sensitive and be “ladylike,” the fear of “not being liked...making the wrong choice...overreaching...failing” tends

The target of this analysis is to explore pay inequities between men and women in the Unites States, using the constructionist approach and the basic framework of the social problem process by Joel Best. Accordingly, this paper organizes this exploration into the six sections correlating to each stage in the Best framework. The first section is Stage 1: Claimsmakers which introduces the source(s) making claims about the troubling condition of economic inequality specifically as it relates to the gap in pay between genders. In addition, this area specifies the ideological perspective of this analysis and provides the grounds, warrants and conclusions used to evaluate the claims. Further, this area offers a counter point to the claim along

Bell Hooks depicts Sheryl Sandberg’s meaning of the word feminism; Sandberg’s definition creates an illusion that “privileged white men will eagerly extend” women’s benefits

The Lean In by Sheryl Sandberg is a compilation of the author personal examples and anecdotes from her own experience in her career. Sandberg identifies the struggles that women face in today’s business world. Though the number of women in the workforce has grown significantly over the years, Sandberg believes that women presence is not equal to their male counterparts. Which also show leadership, and mentorship gap for women, because women have the tendencies s of doing it all by them this later on explains in the book.

Sheryl Kara Sandberg, is an American technology executive, activist and author. She once said “In the future there will be no female leaders. There will just

1. At the meeting Sandberg describes, the women sat in the back. In what ways is this significant? Where would you sit in such a situation?

The author of Lean in: Women, Work and the Will to Lead, Sheryl Sandberg, elaborates on the idea of woman in the workforce and the obstacles they will have to overcome. Sandberg allows the readers to enter the corporate world through the eyes of a female Chief Operating Officer of Facebook, stating that to her surprise, evolving companies such as Google and Facebook continue to be led primarily by males (Sandberg, 2013). The author understands that although some women are comfortable and content being a stay at home mom, others thrive and seek opportunities to become leaders. The book is inspiring for any person who needs to be told to “lean in” and become their own advocate. It also speaks specifically to women who have ever been told they are aggressive or too outspoken when

Women supporting women has been a trend since The “Lean In” Movement began in 2013, as a result of Sheryl Sandberg’s book with the same title. Sandberg’s words have women everywhere re-evaluating their leadership approach and role in the corporate world, by addressing challenges head on, and focusing on what they can do rather than what is presumed they can’t. The movement has led to a revolution in which women have provided one another support through community, trust, and circles—small groups that meet monthly to encourage one another in an atmosphere of confidentiality and trust, with the ultimate goal of changing the trajectory of women and creating a better world for everyone.

In this book, it explains how women are becoming the family’s primary breadwinners in today’s society. Women are now receiving higher positions in major companies and taking the role of a male to provide for their families. This book also engages in how there are not many women that have these higher positions. It has been said that women simply do not ask to be promoted within the company. Also, when women are promoted it has been said that women do not negotiate their options and what would be suitable for them. Many jobs such as firefighters, police officers, and detectives have been labeled as a masculine job, and can be argued that they are more suitable for men. This book explains how the woman 's progression level has remained nearly the same over the years, standing firm at three percent of chief executive jobs and less than sixteen percent of corporate officer jobs since 2002.

In this argumentative essay, I will be talking about the structural inequality between men and women in a work place. I will argue that women should be able to excel and reach the same high management position as a man.

The modern feminist movement houses a wide range of topics, many of which are centered on women’s rights within the workplace. Equal access to professional organizations does not, however, translate to equality within the professional world. Still today, gender plays a significant role in the experience of workers within certain organizations. This is strikingly clear to women in non-traditional roles, as they face gender barriers rooted so deeply within society as to be accepted without question. Extreme examples of this phenomenon include the hidden curriculum of masculinity with regard to military and police training. Similar principles can be observed more subtly across all professions, though.

Entering the home of a traditional family, the youngest children are in the living room watching television, arguing over the channel, as the oldest sibling is their room because they recently got suspended from school, and the dog is drinking out of the toilet bowl. In the meantime, the mother is the kitchen preparing dinner and setting up the dinner table. As she listens to the children arguing, the laundry timer goes off, and then her husband walks in from work. Now, not every home is as chaotic as this one, but even so, the woman was expected to handle each of these situations within the home and have everything prepared for her husband. Motherhood and housework were the most significant roles and positions of women in society. Rarely, would women have any type of education compared to the men. Overtime, women have conquered much of the challenges faced by the oppression in society, but not all. Gaining the rights to vote, receiving an education, working under for any occupation they chose to, etc. Although, there is still some sort of dominance and power that men have over women within every aspect of society; issues like gender and wage gap, gendered division of labor, second shift, glass ceiling, and many more are still prominent in society. Sheryl Sandberg, in her book, Lean In: Women, Work, and the Will to Lead, and in a Ted talk argues about all the issues women face and how women do not insist on their fair share in the home or working community.