Chapter 6: Asian/Asian-Americans Flashcards
In research what has been indicated by the origin of an applicants name?
Employment Experiences..
Presence of positive and negative stereotypes
Subject to access and treatment discrimination, the glass ceiling, and name-based discrimination
in terms of workforce participation and education, what is true of Asian men and women?
Asian women earn less than men
Often work in computer and electronic product manufacturing, retail, and healthcare industries
Often work for family-owned businesses enduring long hours, low wages, and no benefits
Restaurant industry
Asian men participate more than Asian women
Those with higher education levels work in managerial and professional specialty jobs; those with poor language skills and low education have worse jobs.
Earnings
Average earnings are higher than those of Whites and other ethnic groups.
Average Asian American household income is higher than average American household income.
What are some facts regarding Asians and diversity efforts in the U.S.?
Comprise 7% of the population
Nearly 80% of adult Asians are foreign-born
Indians comprise the fastest-growing group of Asians, most of whom arrive through an employment-based channel.
Know some of the Asian stereotypes mentioned in the text.
Racial Microaggressions
Intentional or unintentional daily verbal, behavioral, or environmental indignities that communicate negative or derogatory racial insults.
For Asian Americans, these insults include such things as being asked, “Where are you from?” or “Where were you born?”
Asians “represent significant buying power and a large consumer base and will use that weight” if treated unfairly.
Know facts from the text regarding Asians and earnings.
Reasons for Higher Level of Entrepreneurship of Asian Americans
Encountering the glass ceiling or discrimination in other organizations
Limited language skills, low education, and fewer opportunities
Presence of informal networks that increase the likelihood of starting small businesses
