When Mae was growing up, her dad taught her to play golf and how to fix houses and cars. He was an executive in a manufacturing company, and often chatted about business with her as he took her to school in the mornings. As she progressed in her career, she found that playing golf, knowing how to talk about construction and cars, and having an extensive background with phrases like "Kaizen" and "one-piece flow" opened up more opportunities for her than her prestigious master's degree and frequently demonstrated leadership abilities. This is an example of ______.

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This scenario illustrates the concept of homosocial reproduction, where individuals are often hired or promoted based on shared experiences and interests with those in positions of power, rather than solely on merit or qualifications. Mae's ability to talk about traditionally "masculine" topics like golf, construction, and manufacturing allowed her to connect with her male colleagues and potentially gain access to more opportunities within her workplace.

When Mae Was Growing Up, Her Dad Taught Her to Play