The Language Police are Lying about Women at Work | San Francisco

About this event

“Stop apologizing so much!” “Don’t use ‘just’!” “Watch your intonation at the end of sentences!” “Vocal fry makes you sound insecure!”

The language police have women in their sights, and are filled with tips, rules, and reprimands. But what’s a good tip and what’s nonsense? What should you pay attention to and what should you ignore? What will actually help you get ahead at work?

In this interactive presentation, we’ll use the science of linguistic anthropology to take a look at language policing. You’ll get insight into how to judge articles and feedback about communication. You’ll learn some real facts about gender and communication, and how bias plays a role in everyday interactions. And you’ll leave with some concrete actions you can implement at work.