The Language of Leadership Caroline Simard, Research Director at Clayman Institute for Gender Research at Stanford University Voices 2015 www.globaltechwomen.com Session Length: 1 Hour Language can influence our perceptions of men and women, and the potential each has to lead. In this session, we discuss the language of leadership and the role bias can play in shaping different leadership outcomes for men and women. The session will offer strategies for individuals and managers to examine and sharpen their own voices and their advocacy of others, with an aim to advance women’s leadership and create effective organizations where all employees thrive.