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The Influence of Online Subcultures on Professional Language

by LexieK in Management

Subtle shifts in workplace language linked to ‘manosphere’ culture are raising important questions for managers about inclusion, communication and organisational culture  CREDIT: This is an edited version of an article that originally appeared in Fast Company  In some workplaces, as conversations around gender and diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) evolve or become less prominent, a different set of ideas and language is beginning to surface. Terms such as “alpha leadership,” “high-value employees,” and other performance-driven phrases – often associated with online subcultures sometimes referred to as the “manosphere” – are appearing more frequently in professional settings.  What is the Manosphere?  The concept of the manosphere broadly refers to a loose network of online communities that promote hyper-masculine ideals, rigid gender roles, and, in some cases, opposition to feminist perspectives. As media attention has grown, the term “manosphere” has expanded to include a wider range keep reading