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THURSDAY THOUGHTS ❤️

LESSONS THAT I LEARNED from this book "Nice Girls Still Don’t Get the Corner Office" by Lois P. Frankel:

1. ROLE of Nice Behavior: Being overly nice can undermine your authority and lead others to take you less seriously in the workplace.

2. SELF- PROMOTION: Women often struggle with self-promotion. It's essential to speak about your accomplishments confidently without downplaying them.

3. BODY LANGUAGE Matters: Non-verbal communication plays a critical role in how you're perceived. Maintain confident body language to project authority.

4. AVOIDING Apologies: Women tend to apologize more, even when unnecessary. Reduce the number of times you say “I’m sorry” to avoid seeming less confident.

5. NETWORKING: Building a strong professional network is vital. Women should actively seek out connections and maintain them to advance their careers.

6. SETTING BOUNDARIES: It’s important to set boundaries and not take on too much work or personal commitments that detract from your career goals.

7. ASKING for What You Want: Many women have trouble asking for raises or promotions. Learn to articulate and request what you deserve assertively.

8. NAVIGATING Competition: Women should view each other as allies rather than competitors. Supporting one another can create a stronger professional network.

9. HANDLING NEGATIVITY: Developing strategies to handle negative peer behavior or office politics is crucial for maintaining professionalism.

10. MENTORSHIP: Seeking mentors is essential for career growth. Identify leaders who can offer guidance and advocate for you.

11. EMBRACING AUTHORITY: Women are often conditioned to avoid being seen as bossy. Embrace positions of authority when they come your way and lead confidently.

12. CAREER GOALS: Clearly define what you want for your career and make a strategic plan to reach those goals, regularly reassessing and adjusting as needed.

13. LEARN TO SAY NO: It’s important to learn to say no to tasks or roles that don’t align with your career aspirations or overextend your capabilities.

14. DEVELOP strong communication skills: Effective communication is key in the workplace, whether it's in meetings, emails, or presentations.

15. TAKE RISKS and step out of your comfort zone: Don't be afraid to take on new challenges and opportunities that push you outside of your comfort zone.

16. MANAGE YOUR EMOTIONS and reactions: Stay calm and composed in challenging situations and learn how to effectively manage your emotions.

17. INVEST IN YOUR PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT : Continuously seek opportunities for growth and learning to stay competitive in your career.

18. EMBRACE feedback and learn from criticism: Constructive feedback is an opportunity for growth, so be open to receiving feedback and using it to improve.

19. CULTIVATE a strong work ethic: Show dedication and commitment to your work, and strive to consistently deliver high-quality results.

20. BALANCE WORK AND PERSONAL LIFE
: Don't let your career consume all aspects of your life – make sure to prioritize self-care and maintain a healthy work-life balance.

I have a feeling that I make a very good friend, and I'm a good mother, and a good sister, and a good citizen. I am involved in life itself - all of it. And I have a lot of energy and a lot of nerve.

Maya Angelou

“The great powers of the world may have done wonders in giving the world an industrial look, but the great gift still has to come from Africa – giving the world a more human face.” Steven Biko

In 1960, Harper Lee released the novel To Kill a Mockingbird, which went on to win a Pulitzer Prize and become a classic of modern American literature.

A truly phenomenal read. Check it out if you have not yet read it...*M