Panel: Navigating Feminine Politeness Norms in Professional Settings hosted by Mallori Steele

This presentation explores how feminine politeness norms impact women's communication styles, career advancement, and job satisfaction in the workplace. Attendees will learn about the cultural roots of these norms and how they intersect with race, class, and identity. Strategies for navigating these norms in professional settings will be discussed, including balancing assertiveness with social expectations and expressing oneself authentically without fear of negative consequences. Men's attendance is also encouraged to develop a more nuanced understanding of gender dynamics in the workplace and to learn how to be effective allies in supporting their female colleagues.