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Leadership Fundamentals for Asian Women

Asian women face numerous stereotypes in predominantly white workplaces. They are often unfairly characterized as submissive and quiet, or deemed unsuitable for leadership roles. This playlist helps unpack some of the most common biases Asian women face, as well as research-backed, actionable steps you can take to combat them.  Each video is accompanied by a guide specific to the experiences of Asian women. The guide helps you discuss with your peers how best to navigate these challenges and thrive at work.

Asian women face numerous stereotypes and disrespect in predominantly white workplaces. They are often unfairly characterized as submissive and quiet or deemed unsuitable for leadership roles. While the burden should not be on Asian women to fix these problems, research shows that speaking up can make you feel more empowered. In this video, we share strategies for the most effective ways to push back against microaggressions, such as practicing self-care, asking questions, and reaching out to others who’ve had similar experiences for validation and support.

Each playlist is 7-to-9 months of curated content for women with shared experiences, career stages, or skill-building goals. We provide a kickoff guide to set the stage for your first Circle meeting, custom discussion guides for each video, and a Looking Back and Next Steps Guide after you complete the playlist (which is coming soon).

Download the accompanying Discussion Guide to explore this topic with your Lean In Circle.

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