For example, a woman is expected to be warm and caring; when she behaves in an assertive or hostile manner, she may be perceived as aggressive because she does not adhere to her gender role. In contrast, a man who behaves the same way may be perceived as strong and gain the respect of his peers because of his behavior. The article on Patriarchy and Social Work explained that social work was considered women's work because it was "emotional labor" or work that appealed to the "heart." This statement speaks to the stereotype that men are not emotional or that women are too emotional. Such gender stereotypes create disparities in the types of work opportunities available to women and keep men in a position of power. For example, men are often managers and executives, while women are often in secretarial positions. Opportunities for men and women in the workplace are based on the assumption that men are more ambitious and goal-oriented in their work, while women are presumed to be more interested in their relationships with coworkers. These societal assumptions are at the center of gender inequality around the world.