It’s a very hard time for women in this corporate world !
I have been in this world for 11 years now and have seen everything from the best to the worst. I have seen myself grow in this corporate world both professionally and personally. Well “grow” probably,might not be the right word here! I must rather say I have “…evolved”.But why would I say that women struggle here ? Well , My thoughts : >>Women get judged with a blink of the eye ! >>Women are hired/promoted not by just their skills/performance but more by their personal responsibilities / status “so, what are your marriage plans ?” Or “now that you are married for 2 years, what about baby ? ” or ” your boy is now 3? What about the second child ?” “So , what does your husband/ father do ” – very dangerous question I must say 🙂 “Does your husband travel a lot?” – If yes, then she can definitely not focus on her work ! Who will then manage home ? “How old is your kid?” – yet another dangerous question 🙂 Ridiculous isn’t it? 🤷♀️ >>Women are judged not just by their work but also by the time they spend outside work ! “Sorry I can’t come for a drink as I have to go back and spend time with my children ” “I might leave a bit early as I have some errands to run at home” or ” have to leave early as my son is not well” or ” have to leave early as I have to be there for my sons exams to help him prepare ” But ,on the other hand , if I had to go partying or for a concert or just to hangout , I am definitely the cool types and a great fit ! Hilarious 😂 isn’t it? Well there could be many other struggles, but these are the common ones I see women struggle with every other day ! We see companies today focussing on driving “diversity campaigns” ! To me , what a woman brings to the table,a man can never get. What a woman does in her personal life is actually her professional strength as well . But sadly in the corporate race , in an attempt to compete with our male colleagues, “women become men ” ! I have seen many women leaders who have continued to be “women” and are doing the best and are looked up to their leadership abilities. I really wish to see more such Women. To all the “Men ” of the corporate world – I am a “woman ” and will continue to be so. I might have 5 kids and other responsibilities to take care of , but if I have decided to work , then that only means that , I know how to take care of my work ! I don’t expect you to sit there on the other side and assume things ! I would be really happy to exchange my biological roles with you , because if i don’t bend/ give in to the laws of nature , you will have no future generations. You will cease to exist ! So someone has to! Fortunately/ unfortunately we women are the chosen ones ! So to all the dear “men ” of the corporate world , ” Don’t judge my capabilities and abilities by my responsibilities ” ! Pleas Note : These thoughts are purely based on MY observations and experiences. 😊 |