The differences between men and women Men and women often misunderstand each other. Even if we don't plan or expect to make life difficult for ourselves, we are often wrong about the ideas and feelings of a person of the opposite sex. We are sometimes led to think that behavior can be predicted based on gender, which is often not the case. Why is it that when a woman says one thing, her partner hears something completely different? It's a topic of conversation frequently heard in offices, restaurants, waiting rooms, lounges and long checkout lines among colleagues, friends and even new acquaintances. Why does it seem so difficult to communicate with the opposite sex? This is not specific to just one gender, however. . It is well known to most of us that men often sympathize with each other, warning future brides and grooms, recently dating teenagers and other husbands that communicating with women is a mystery of legendary proportions and strewn with dangerous pitfalls. "I've asked him a hundred times to call if he's going to be late. What's so hard to understand about this? What do I have to say?" Why does she have to make a big deal out of it? I just forgot! And I keep hearing about it.” Both sexes often seem confused by the seemingly coded language and inexplicable reactions of their partners. different languages? Many books are middle of paper... false Each is complementary to the other, and knowledge of both expands your ability to successfully communicate information accurately in any given situation, with l. he full spectrum of personality types No matter what career field or level of business you're currently in, being "bi-communicative," so to speak, gives you a professional edge, whether you're a welder, a writer, or. framework There are several well-written books on the subject of communication differences. Hardball for Women, written by Pat Heim, Ph.D., is one of the most interesting and useful resources I have read to date. -gender interaction with peers, subordinates and higher levels as well.