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Purpose
The purpose of this paper is to point out a worrisome phenomenon and suggest some ways of dealing with it.
Design/methodology/approach
The paper is a historical analysis of references in organization studies.
Findings
The finding of this paper concludes that the proportion of women authors is low and is increasing very slowly.
Research limitations/implications
Some simple solutions may be applied, even if they alone will not solve the problem.
Practical implications
An appeal to use first name on reference lists and in texts (when appropriate).
Social implications
Better recognition of women’s contribution to knowledge.
Originality/value
Not for the authors to judge.
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