Was It Me or Gender Discrimination? Insights from Prof. Laura Doering’s Research

Prof. Laura Doering, a distinguished researcher and educator from the Joseph L. Rotman School of Management, University of Toronto, shares insights from her research on "Was It Me or Was It Gender Discrimination? How Women Respond to Ambiguous Incidents at Work." This study explores how professional women experience and respond to ambiguous incidents of potential gender discrimination. Findings reveal that such ambiguity leads to internal struggles and influences workplace actions, with women often adjusting their own behavior rather than addressing the issue openly. Prof. Laura is an Associate Professor of Strategic Management and is cross-appointed in the Department of Sociology. As an economic sociologist, she examines how interactions and social psychological processes shape outcomes for households, organizations, and markets. Her research has been published in the American Journal of Sociology, American Sociological Review, Sociological Science, Sociology of Development, and Journal of Business Venturing. Professor Doering’s research and writing has appeared in The New York Times, BBC News, The Globe and Mail, Salon, and other outlets. Prof. Laura earned her MA and PhD in Sociology and Business Administration from the University of Chicago, an MA in International Social Development from the University of South Wales, and a BA in Psychological & Brain Sciences from Dartmouth College, where she received a top distinction award for her work. This podcast is brought to you by Global Management Consultancy. For more information, please visit www.globalmanagementconsultancy.com. Disclaimer: A. The background music used in this video is the property of its respective developer and is protected by Copyright. Although it is a free version, Business Talk, Global Management Consultancy and Deepak Bhatt do not hold the rights to this music. B. Prof. Laura Doering has generously shared profound insights from her research on "Was It Me or Was It Gender Discrimination? How Women Respond to Ambiguous Incidents at Work," during her appearance on the Business Talk Podcast Channel. The uploaded video contains copyrighted material; therefore, any modifications to graphics, music, or the presence of the author or host are strictly prohibited. All content is © 2025. All rights reserved.