33 Quotes About Women-at-work

Remember, nonverbal communication is extremely important. Be cognisant of your posture, eye contact, and the amount of physical space you take up.

I asked Alicia to think about the people she knew whose work she admired.

People ask me if I turn up at board meetings wearing tailored costumes in muted colors. Oh no, I say. I wear hot and shocking pink and lovely hats. I don’t think any man ever did a poor job because he had an attractively dressed woman to look at. In fact, the sight probably challenges him to be his most brilliant self. But when it comes to the routine of the meeting I do exactly what the men do.

When you put yourself in the other person's shoes, you can see that the person critiquing you is merely trying to help.

Thecla Haldane is a freelance photographer, […] flying around the world in jet aircraft covering news events and wars along with thousands male photographers. […] Her formula is, 'Conduct yourself like a lady, and you’re always treated like one.' She’s never 'one of the boys.

Techniques for making decision:- Fill in the gaps (Discuss with domain experts)- Have a Go-To Team (Team that understands you and are aligned with your core values)- Pull in the stake holders- Visualize what your world would look like with that decision- Take emotions out of the decision (Take time if needed)- Think in advance about the worst case scenario- Mitigate the risk of worst case scenario