TY - JOUR AB - Purpose – Reviews the latest management developments across the globe and pinpoints practical implications from cutting‐edge research and case studies. Design/methodology/approach – This briefing is prepared by an independent writer who adds their own impartial comments and places the articles in context. Findings – Are the old barriers finally coming down? With the first black US President, the first female vice‐presidential running mate, several countries being run by women, a black Formula 1 world champion and more and more gay people emerging in sport, entertainment and the business world, it is tempting to say the gender battles have been won. But for some, the fight has only just begun. Practical implications – Provides strategic insights and practical thinking that have influenced some of the world's leading organizations. Originality/value – The briefing saves busy executives and researchers hours of reading time by selecting only the very best, most pertinent information and presenting it in a condensed and easy‐to‐digest format. TI - Is feedback the real difference between men and women? How females can be held back doing what they do best JF - Development and Learning in Organizations DO - 10.1108/14777280910933757 DA - 2009-02-13 UR - https://www.deepdyve.com/lp/emerald-publishing/is-feedback-the-real-difference-between-men-and-women-how-females-can-qCilOO4pHd SP - 19 EP - 21 VL - 23 IS - 2 DP - DeepDyve ER -