805: How Leaders Can Better Support Women, with Leanne Dzubinski

Devaluation of women in the workplace persists as a systemic issue, manifesting through subtle cultural norms that undermine female authority and professional belonging. Leanne Dzubinski, co-author of *Glass Walls*, identifies key manifestations including "office housework"—the expectation that women perform unrewarded administrative or emotional labor—and the use of diminutives or untitling that diminishes professional status. These biases, often deeply embedded in organizational structures, also include credibility deficits where women’s expertise is questioned or redirected to male colleagues. Addressing these challenges requires leaders to move beyond passive awareness by implementing transparent salary structures, distributing non-promotable tasks equitably, and actively modeling inclusive language. Because these behaviors often stem from ingrained social conditioning, proactive intervention and consistent, conscious leadership are essential to fostering environments where all employees can thrive.