“Why don’t we have more women in leadership? Yes, there is definitely a bias. But we often sit back and wait to be asked. It is not senior prom! Stop waiting to be asked. If you want to get respect. Command it. You have to earn it”.
- Muffet McGraw, former head coach of Notre Dame women’s basketball team
So ladies, create visibility.
Be seen and recognized for the value you bring.
1. Self-promote, raise your hand, speak up
Layout the data for your advocates. Leaders go to those they know
2. Accentuate your successes and the impact YOU can have
3. Lead with “I” not only with “my team”
Visibility comes with challenges - it’s ok. If you are in the right place it’s what you can do, not if you play golf.
Lastly, remember that self-promotion is not bragging, and it is not inauthentic - just bring the data.
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