They are more likely to put their hand up. Teachers interact more with the boys, call on them more frequently. From a very early age, boys are encouraged to take charge and offer their opinions. Many have argued that woman are not less ambitious, but insist on more enlightened and more meaningful goals, like raising children, personal fulfillment, contribution and improving the lives of others. Professional ambition is expected of men – but it is optional, or even worse – negative for woman. ‘So am I the first woman to set foot in this office in a whole year?’Īt Sheryl’s graduation, there was a mix of male and female – but at the senior level she has noticed she is the only female. The guy stared blankly at her then turned to one of his colleagues to ask… ‘How long have you been in this office?’ Asked Sheryl. Then during the break, Sheryl asked for the women’s restroom. During the first meeting in a corporate office high above Manhattan, it was going well. Sheryl tells the story of when she flew into New York for a series of pitches from private equity firms to get investment. Sheryl Sandberg, is rated as one of the top 5 most powerful woman in Forbes and has MUST READ advice for all ambitious woman that want to have a successful career. Let us know your thoughts: Grab a copy of the book here: – the need to ‘lean in’, especially at the critical parts of your career before you take on the responsibilities of child birth. – picking the right partner (who is an equal partner)
Things are different for women at work compared to men, especially in the more senior positions. In parts, it’s about how we all do things that sabotage our own opportunities, and in others it’s directly targeted at women, such as how they approach juggling the demands of family and work at the same time. Lean In is all about maximising your career.
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