Should gender be a contingency variable in leadership? Are there differences in the leadership of men and women? Some researchers say women tend to be more participative, relationship-oriented leaders and men are more assertive and task-oriented. However, others say men and women leaders are more alike than different because they do the same things. Thus, there currently is no consensus in the literature that men and women lead differently or the same. Questions: Do you think men and women lead the same or differently? Are men or women more ethical and socially responsible leaders? Would you prefer to have a man or woman for a boss? Should global companies appoint women as managers in countries that believe in equal rights for women, but not allow women to be managers in countries that dont have these beliefs