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Jul 21, 2023 Discover a fresh take on economics through fascinating research papers that unveil surprising insights. Explore the gender bias in parental engagement and its impact on workforce participation. Dive into how gender influences career advice, leading to caution for women, especially around motherhood. Uncover the economic repercussions of parenthood on women’s earnings and the need for better models. Finally, navigate the balance of high-demand careers and family life, with insights on how flexibility can help bridge the gender wage gap.
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The "School Inquiry" Experiment
- Thousands of school principals received identical emails inquiring about schools, sparking a unique economics experiment.
- The experiment revealed a gender bias, with the presumed mother 40% more likely to receive a callback than the presumed father.
Impact of School Contact Bias
- Schools contacting mothers more frequently disrupts women's workdays.
- This seemingly minor bias contributes to broader gender inequality in the workforce.
The LinkedIn Experiment
- College students with uniform, building-pictured profiles messaged professionals on LinkedIn-like platforms.
- Women received more warnings about demanding career paths, suggesting gendered expectations in career advice.
