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5 Steps For Women Who Want To Lead
Women continue to be vastly underrepresented in corporate leadership positions. This despite overwhelming evidence that teams perform better if the gender balance is even. As a woman who wants to get ahead, consider the following five steps:
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Find a Role Model
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Role models are powerful sources of inspiration for aspiring leaders. In her autobiography, the former CEO of Chanel sets an example for those who want to make it to the top:
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Develop the Qualities and Skills You Need
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Create a "before self-portrait" by distilling the skills you have, the education you received, your strengths and weaknesses. Then create a visionary "after self-portrait" that highlights your ambitions. Work to become the leader in your latter portrait.
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Go Outside Your Comfort Zone
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Set the intention to grow at your maximum capacity via each interaction and experience. Your growth will open new potential situations.
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Embrace Your Strenghts
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Embrace leadership methods that incorporate “feminine qualities:” Empathy, self-care, work-life balance and gratitude.
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Support Other Women
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Even in a competitive environment, women benefit from helping one another. Advocate for other women by publicly acknowledging their accomplishments, especially if they have gone unnoticed.
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