Career-building issues are of concern to many. Why are men more likely to get ahead? Let's take a look at the typical mistakes women make when building a career.
Why are women often less successful in building a career than men? The point is that they make a lot of mistakes. Let's see what exactly they are and how to avoid them.
Apologizing too often is not a sign of politeness, but a sign of weakness. At least in the business world, this is exactly the case. Moreover, you should not start business letters and serious negotiations with an apology. If you really need to apologize, it is better to do it in between times, without focusing on this special attention. If you constantly apologize both for yourself and for others, then they will simply stop trusting you. After all, weakness and uncertainty do not deserve trust.
Another mistake women make is that they very often ask permission to do something: to speak out, to supplement, to argue. Don't do that. If you have something to say and your point of view seems correct to you, speak immediately, without preamble. This is a sign of determination and, oddly enough, competence. At least that is how people perceive it.
If you are already in your position, then you have absolutely equal rights with other colleagues. And no one can dictate conditions to you, permit or prohibit something. With this attitude, you will seem like a person whose opinion is simply necessary to listen.
Don't be afraid to apply for the position you want, even if you don't have enough experience and knowledge in your opinion. It's definitely worth the risk. In the worst case, nothing will change. And at best, you will get what you so passionately desire. And you will gain knowledge and experience already in the process of work.
If you prefer to cooperate rather than compete, it will not be easy for you to take a higher position. If you do not strive to please everyone around you and see your colleagues not only as friends, but also as rivals, the chances of being noticed will increase significantly.
Perceiving themselves as a brand is more typical for men. As well as actively engage in self-promotion. Women often quietly and calmly do their work, instead of more often sharing their successes with others. But often people form their opinion about you on the basis of what you yourself tell about yourself. Feel free to show off your business skills, ability to solve complex issues and difficult tasks.
If you heed these tips, it will be much easier for you to build a dizzying career. And you will not just catch up, but confidently overtake your male colleagues.
