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Ladies,Toot Your Own Horns,Seek Sponsors,Speak Your Mind And Ask For What You Want

October 16, 2014 2 Comments

wealthymatters “Women are particularly less good than men at marketing themselves because of the natural socialisation process. They have been trained to be a little quieter, and to be seen and not heard. So I do counsel my female colleagues to make sure that they do have a presence, that the great work they are doing is known.”-Irene Rosenfeld, CEO, Mondelez

In 1996, when Rosenfeld’s boss asked her what her ideal next job might be, she replied clearly that having run two General Foods divisions, she felt ready to head a free standing business. Three weeks later, her boss called to ask if she wanted the job.”Saying what you want will increase the likelihood that things will play out the way you want.”

“I am often asked about what advice I would give to leaders, both male and female, and I have very similar advice for either gender. It is about making a difference, taking risks, seeking out mentors and asking for what you want.”-Irene Rosenfeld

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Learning From The Black Bird

May 16, 2013 10 Comments

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This is another excerpt from Alex’s blog.

I took a photograph yesterday of a male blackbird in full song. The blackbird sings to inform the world of its territorial claims, which will be the basis for attracting a mate and raising young. On the same day I saw male blackbirds fighting over territory. By way of singing the male blackbird is communicating to all other blackbirds its existence and territory, thus it avoids considerable conflict with other blackbirds that might enter its domain.

If you are unable to communicate your needs or boundaries to others you will be ignored, your boundaries invaded. Good communication avoids unnecessary conflict, misunderstandings and problems.

Be polite,be nice but assert yourself in important matters, fight if necessary.Its easier than being pushed around,harbouring resentments and being passive aggressive.