Study Finds Highly Skilled Women Face Harsher Workplace Judgment Than Men

A study reports that women with high levels of skill often experience mistreatment and strained relationships at work, a problem seen less often among men. Male colleagues frequently receive more support in similar situations. Women, by contrast, tend to be assessed through gender stereotypes, which can weaken their effectiveness in team settings. The findings suggest organizations should evaluate employees' abilities objectively, without gender bias shaping the support they receive.