The Power of Perception: Leadership, Emotional Intelligence, and the Gender Divide

This book is a must-read for any 21st century leader. Through her unique and timely research, Dr. Andrews adeptly identifies the barriers to women’s full contribution in the workplace. She clearly articulates why organizations which do not support and promote women and use their unique skills and leadership competencies will be at a competitive disadvantage, including how promoting women to senior executive roles is essential for recruiting and retaining talent and bolstering employee engagement. Young people today expect that everyone is respected in the workplace and has an equal opportunity to do their best work every day, which cannot be achieved unless women are equally represented in top positions. This book does not just explain how gender misperceptions undermine business, but provides extremely helpful recommendations for both women and men to overcome these barriers. Her insights and practical application of her research lights a path forward for successful organizations.

In her book, Dr. Andrews gives us powerful statistics and analysis about "gender divide". The Power Of Perception not only explains why it may be harder for women to succeed in the workplace, but also what they can do to curb the gender bias.

This was such a great book. I learned so much about emotional intelligence, gender equality, and so much more. So many powerful stories and information shared that I could relate to being a female in the IT industry. I highly recommend this book.

Dr. Shawn Andrews shares insightful information to help men and women be more successful at work by understanding how what makes us different can help make us be more successful. She reveals unconscious gender biases and stereotypes that we all have and need to be aware of. Her book provides insights, strategies and practical tactics that will help benefit all workers and leverage how what makes us different makes us unique. I highly recommend her book!

Very interesting topics on the differences between how men and women think and the benefits of having both in the work force. I really like the tips to help women get promoted.

The Power of Perception was an easy to read, fascinating insight into the great "gender divide" in the work force. The author provided a pleasant mix of personal stories and research evidence to help explain the different emotional intelligence qualities in men and women. I've already sent my college aged daughter a copy, so she will be better prepared to navigate her future career opportunities.

Great book addressing structural barriers that are unique to women in the professional world! Explored topics like emotional intelligence, informal networks, communication and socialization. Even provided tips and strategies that relate to the concepts of the chapter. Overall easy to read and summary points at the end of each chapter were extremely helpful! Great Read!

This book by Shawn Andrews is a solid synopsis of the dynamics between male and female emotional intelligence. I found it to have a nice blend of research and anecdotal evidence of the value EQ brings - especially for women - and would highly recommend it to those wanting to increase their influence and success.