Are the Communications Rules Different for Women?

It’s one of the most common questions I’m asked during my talks: are the rules different for women when it comes to communication?

My answer is no. AND yes. It’s complicated, so I’ll explain.

But first, a story.

A Lesson from a Favorite Teacher

Among the many classes I took at Second City’s training center was a course in screenwriting. It was taught by an amazing woman named Mary Scruggs who, sadly, left the world way too early.

Mary was an award-winning playwright and worked for a time in L...