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How The Confidence Gap Starts Earlier Than You Think
Episode 90 of Women at Work with Fexingo explores how the confidence gap between men and women begins long before the workplace, often in middle school. Lucas and Luna discuss a 2025 study from the University of Chicago showing that by age 12, girls are 30% less likely than boys to volunteer answers in math and science, even when they know the material. They trace how early classroom dynamics, subtle teacher feedback, and peer socialization create a pattern of hesitation that follows women into their careers. The episode offers concrete strategies for managers and mentors to counteract this…
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