No matter who I’m talking to, or where we’re talking, when I mention the “bitch stigma”, woman’s eyes light up in recognition. Doctors, waitresses, project managers, entrepreneurs…no matter what a woman’s chosen profession is, she’s likely run into this invisible yet potentially crippling issue. Being accused of “bitch” status, is a fear many women struggle…
I’m confident…why do I still feel insecure sometimes?
Writing down what you’re insecure about No one ever feels confident all the time. So have some coping strategies when you feel insecure. For most of us, confidence does not just arrive. You have to find it, and renew your quest at the beginning of every day. (from confidence book) When you feel insecure, ask…
3 Tips for Building Your Confidence
Those who struggle with confidence in their personal lives – are most likely struggling to have confidence in their professional careers as well. Confidence is an important attribute to have, especially if you want to be successful in the workplace. According to timemanagementninja.com, “When you believe in yourself you are more likely to take action. To…
5 Simple Ways to Build & Express Confidence
We have all seen it. Women who are equally qualified as men can end up playing supporting roles in organizations while men steadily advance in their careers. It doesn’t have to be this way. With these five tips, women can boost their confidence at work and increase their opportunities for success. Do your homework. Confidence…
3 Simple Phrases All Women Can Use to Inspire Change in the Workplace
People fear public speaking more than death, according to The Huffington Post, but what if not speaking up results in something even more frightening? Sometimes, it can be hard to know where to begin. Whether you are wanting to get your idea out there, or speak up against workplace injustice, here are a few phrases to help…
Afraid to Lose Friends While Standing up for Yourself? Get Over It Today
Ever find yourself on one side of an opinion then suddenly switching sides when you find out your friends and coworkers think differently than you do? Do your likes and dislikes change depending on who you are with? Are you afraid to voice your opinion? Are you afraid to share an idea in case you…
Confidence or Arrogance? How to Tell the Difference
Confidence is key in the workplace, especially for female professionals. By definition, confidence is knowing that you are capable of something, which is exactly what employers are looking for when they choose someone to trust with an important task. But sometimes, confidence can cross a fine line and turn into arrogance. Where confidence is a positive…
Do you Bully Yourself? Self-Talk and Sabotage
You are sitting in the meeting with the managers discussing how to move forward with a project. The boss turns to you and asks your opinion. You hear yourself say it before you even realize the words coming out of your mouth. “I know this is a dumb idea, but…” Words have power. Adding a…
Building & Expressing Confidence – Advice For Women Who Are Trying to Find a Balance
Many women today can feel as if they are pulled between several different competing sets of standards. On the one hand, they’re told to be dominant and bold. This is certainly behavior that tends to be rewarded in the workplace. On the other hand, many women are still socially conditioned to avoid being ‘pushy,’ which is…
Why Women Apologize Too Much and How We Can Stop
Young girls are constantly being shown by others that being assertive does not equate with being nice. Their parents, as well as society, models for them that being nice is best. The problem with these messages is that they require them to deny their own truths in order to appease someone else. They grow up…