It’s not easy being a woman in a man’s world, especially when you’re building a career in a male-dominated industry. Even with the talk of equality between the sexes, a woman still has to work doubly hard to be respected and accepted in her chosen craft. With the right attitude and a positive outlook, however, this isn’t impossible to achieve at all. In fact, it’ll only be a matter of time before you find yourself the woman on top.
Dress To Impress
In any high-powered industry, first impressions always last. That’s why you always have to dress to impress – a philosophy that applies to both sexes.
As a woman, you want to be taken seriously. Dressing like a tart won’t get you the respect you want. Dressing like a man, on the other hand, won’t achieve the same thing. Indeed, in order to be taken seriously and respected, you need to dress the part.
Go for smart suits and elegant dresses that will give you an air of sophistication and professionalism. Be feminine and don’t be afraid to use color. However, don’t be too flamboyant and overly sexy either. This advice also applies to your shoes, bags, and other accessories. Your power dressing efforts won’t go unnoticed.
Speak Up
In a male-dominated industry, women make the mistake of keeping their head down and keeping a low profile on a regular basis. You do realize, however, that you have ideas, propositions, and solutions just as good as any, so don’t be afraid to speak up and get yourself heard.
Contribute to meetings on a regular basis. Share your thoughts and opinions. Take the initiative to get your proposals implemented. In other words, go beyond the realm of your comfortable workload and get yourself noticed by the people who matter.
Do not, however, overdo it. Be assertive, but not aggressive. Aggression turns men off, and the men you work with are no exceptions.
Of course, be sure to contribute useful stuff. Don’t just speak out for the sake of doing so, or you’ll only end up embarrassing yourself. Take the initiative only when you truly have something that you feel is useful to contribute.
Keep Your Emotions in Check
A common reason why men are wary of working with women is the fact that women are more emotional rather than rational. When you hold a high-powered career in a fast-paced industry, emotions are a huge liability.
Don’t succumb to feelings of rage, disappointment, or anger. If you need to cry or vent, make sure that your male colleagues won’t see you at it. Keep your emotions in check as much as you can. Nobody wants to work with a cry-baby, and a drama queen isn’t likely to be given a higher position.
Indeed, it can be difficult being a woman in a man’s world. But like everything else, it’s all a matter of survival. Only the fit survive, and only the fittest will succeed. You know that you do have what it takes, so don’t hold back. Sooner or later, you’ll find yourself the woman on top.
Further Reading
http://laura1318.wordpress.com/2007/11/18/what-is-it-like-being-a-man-or-a-woman/
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fantasize about being with woman but cant do in real life help. Enjoy the feeling if you like but there’s not much stake to put in it unless you are
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I’m a woman. I enjoy being a woman just the way I was born: a redhead with all my faults and virtues. I like intelligent sensitive men.
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You have been seeing a woman for several years. She’s attractive and intelligent and you always enjoy being with her. One leisurely Sunday afternoon
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Dido Armstrong I like being a strong independent woman and to be honest I was never afraid to be on my own.
Submitted Questions
Does this acrostic poem make sense if not please Help me fix it
John Proctor Almighty
Oh Strong as he can be
Huffed and puffed
Nagging to be free
Purposely put to shame
Raging for innocence
Oh Abigail why so Arrogant
Causing Chaos all throughout Salem
To Capture his heart
O h Judge Hawthorne prove her wrong
Rest in Peace Oh Poor John
i like it a lot except the “nagging” line because I just don’t get it. eh. maybe it’s jsut cuz i have the mind of a blonde. oh well. great poem :]
Random Thought of the Day
Girls are sensitive and so they get depressed if they do not get any telephone calls from their guys. On this predicament what do you consider you need to do Nicely initially of every little thing you need to remain awesome and be patient. Should you feel what to try and do when adult males don’t return calls Follow a number of the following items:
Be patient: When he does not get in touch with you tend not to be impulsive.
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