“That nonprofit executive’s salary is too high.” “Government employees have a lifetime job guarantee.” “Techies don’t donate enough.” Do any of these comments sound familiar? Perhaps ones you’ve made yourself? I describe these kinds of statements as “sector stereotypes.” Unlike stereotypes about race, gender, or sexual orientation, sector stereotypes are socially acceptable. They are said casually, without fear of being offensive.
Be aware of sector stereotypes
Be aware of sector stereotypes
Be aware of sector stereotypes
“That nonprofit executive’s salary is too high.” “Government employees have a lifetime job guarantee.” “Techies don’t donate enough.” Do any of these comments sound familiar? Perhaps ones you’ve made yourself? I describe these kinds of statements as “sector stereotypes.” Unlike stereotypes about race, gender, or sexual orientation, sector stereotypes are socially acceptable. They are said casually, without fear of being offensive.