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These 3 words describe women more than men...

Generally speaking, women tend to be more (1) talkative, (2) sociable, and (2) excitable than men.

At work, I notice this all the time. It's usually women who:

  • Coordinate all the social events (cut birthday cakes, arrange anniversary parties, etc.)
  • Are already yapping as soon as they arrive in the morning
  • Get more easily roused by even trivial things (Oh my God! It's raining outside!)
  • Chit chat about shopping, dining, and virtually anything else you can think of (except sports, maybe)
  • Become more hyper when around others of the same sex
Men, on the other hand, generally stay focused on their work and do less talking. 

Now, I'm not implying that one way is necessarily better than the other. Whereas men are known to be logical creatures, women are usually driven by their emotions, which may partly explain the differences in temperament between the sexes. The world needs both!

I've observed, however, that women at work also tend to pry into my business more than men do. They are more likely to notice and question things of little significance, like why I am so quiet on a given day. Whether you call that being nosy or perceptive, men are usually better at minding their own business. (Or is that just apathy?)

Some female higher-ups can be more aggressive and mercurial than their male counterparts, as many employees will attest. As a matter of fact, my male bosses have all been more laid-back than my female ones when it comes to the work at hand. 

Has this been your experience as well, whether at work or in social settings? Share your thoughts!

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