As more women have moved into highly visible management positions, the question
of whether women lead differently than men has gained increasing attention. Several
researchers have looked at the differences between male and female leaders. Leadership
traits traditionally associated with white, American-born males include
aggressiveness or assertiveness, rational analysis, and a “take charge” attitude.
Male leaders tend to be competitive and individualistic and prefer working in
vertical hierarchies. They rely on formal authority and position in their dealings
with subordinates