I used to be a female executive for some of the largest corporations! And one is well respected. However, the women in high positions, at least the ones I knew, were asssholes, clawing their way to the top, sometimes in not so awesome ways. I was a threat, not an asset. I met a few, and a very few, that treated me with respect. But my real mentors were strong men, strong leaders who recognized me for my uniqueness, tenacity and my fearless opinion. I felt heard, respected and honestly, trusted. I may have had a unique experience, yet I cherish those days.
I laugh too at the pink purse. But seriously, women in corporate power need to start growing up, there is no time for beauty pageants, no time for prom queens. Build a team, know that you aren’t the smartest one, but you’ll find her and bring her on, know you aren’t the hardest worker, but you’ll find her.
Thanks for your insight. I never understood seeing other people as a threat - yet so many people operate like that. I just feel like - we're all different with unique talents - let's come together. Let's build something cool. But I get that that's not very corporate -y of me.
Actually, at one major corporation, it was a team building environment; however, some tried and some didn’t. Millions of dollars were put into training, hours and classes. Unfortunately, leadership is a skill you either have or don’t. It’s rare to see someone evolve into great leader if once a poor one. I don’t know. If you ever need more insight, hit me up!
Ugh!!! This conference could have been done in the 1950's. When will this change???? Great suggestions about what they could do differently. Until that happens, they can stuff themselves into that big puffy purse.
I used to be a female executive for some of the largest corporations! And one is well respected. However, the women in high positions, at least the ones I knew, were asssholes, clawing their way to the top, sometimes in not so awesome ways. I was a threat, not an asset. I met a few, and a very few, that treated me with respect. But my real mentors were strong men, strong leaders who recognized me for my uniqueness, tenacity and my fearless opinion. I felt heard, respected and honestly, trusted. I may have had a unique experience, yet I cherish those days.
I laugh too at the pink purse. But seriously, women in corporate power need to start growing up, there is no time for beauty pageants, no time for prom queens. Build a team, know that you aren’t the smartest one, but you’ll find her and bring her on, know you aren’t the hardest worker, but you’ll find her.
Thanks for your insight. I never understood seeing other people as a threat - yet so many people operate like that. I just feel like - we're all different with unique talents - let's come together. Let's build something cool. But I get that that's not very corporate -y of me.
Actually, at one major corporation, it was a team building environment; however, some tried and some didn’t. Millions of dollars were put into training, hours and classes. Unfortunately, leadership is a skill you either have or don’t. It’s rare to see someone evolve into great leader if once a poor one. I don’t know. If you ever need more insight, hit me up!
Ugh!!! This conference could have been done in the 1950's. When will this change???? Great suggestions about what they could do differently. Until that happens, they can stuff themselves into that big puffy purse.