From Text to Context: Unveiling Gendered Communication Styles in Work-Related Group Chats

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10.2991/978-2-38476-162-3_26How to use a DOI?

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workplace; gendered-based; communication styles; power relations

Abstract

Effective communication within a professional environment is a cornerstone of successful collaboration. In today’s digital age, group chats have become an important platform for communicating among colleagues. This article delves into an appropriate aspect of workplace communication- how men and women use language differently in work-related group chats. While linguistic differences based on gender have been studied extensively, their manifestation within the context of digital communication remains relatively unexplored. Through an analysis of communication dynamics within work-related group chats. This article examines how men and women employ language patterns, vocabulary choices, and interaction styles, and the implied meanings of the texts. It explores whether established gender-based linguistic traits, such as rapport-building and assertiveness, extend to digital communication spaces. The article also investigates how gendered communication may influence perceptions of leadership, collaboration, and overall team dynamics. Drawing both existing research and empirical observations, this study seeks to uncover whether traditional communication norms persist in digital interactions or if technology introduces new paradigms. The findings shed light on potential areas of disparity and resonance in gendered communication styles within virtual workspaces. The implications of these communication patterns on team cohesion, conflict resolution, and professional growth are also discussed. In conclusion, this article contributes to the growing discourse of digital communication in professional settings by offering insights into the subtle yet impactful ways that men and women navigate language in a communication environment that leverages the strengths of diverse communication styles, ultimately enhancing collaboration and productivity.

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TY  - CONF
AU  - Kennia Wikanditha
AU  - Alma Huwaida Ramadhani
PY  - 2023
DA  - 2023/12/23
TI  - From Text to Context: Unveiling Gendered Communication Styles in Work-Related Group Chats
BT  - Proceedings of the International Seminar SEMANTIKS & PRASASTI 2023 Theme: Language in the Workplace (PRASASTI 2023)
PB  - Atlantis Press
SP  - 193
EP  - 199
SN  - 2352-5398
UR  - https://doi.org/10.2991/978-2-38476-162-3_26
DO  - 10.2991/978-2-38476-162-3_26
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