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[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]Don’t say sorry

Don’t plan holiday parties

Don’t take notes during meetings

Don’t worry about being called bossy, etc when you’re just standing up for yourself.

Don’t let men talk over you. If they start to say e”excuse me, you’ll have an opportunity to talk when I’m done”

Ask for a mentor in a position of power

Protect your staff

Build relationships, up/down/sideways

Hard work and getting it done makes you indispensable meaning they won’t promote you for fear of losing you.

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Meh, I don't agree with this. Be a do-er. If you're great at planning parties and you can help your firm in that way, do it. Have fun. Take pride. And don't have yourself labeled as a B by saying "Excuse me, you'll have an opportunity to talk when I'm done." Don't have a chip on your shoulder. Being a woman is an asset. It's an advantage in business. I never felt that I had to overcome being a woman. I use it to my advantage.
-Woman executive earning 7 figures - started in a support role and did have a hand in party planning[/quote]

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