We've all heard the myth that women can never support other women. Well, this stands False when it comes to real-life scenarios.
Women can be powerful supporters at work for other women, and this has been proven time and again. With the changing time, the progress that womankind has undergone is multifold.
We have come up with simple tips that can be done every day to celebrate and support our women colleagues at work:
1. Make efforts that women's ideas are heard.
Set a good example by putting up your ideas in discussions and meetings. and encourage other women coworkers to do the same. When you advocate for your women co-workers they benefit and you are perceived as a leader.
Did you know - When women stay quiet, our status suffers: women who speak less in group discussions and meetings are seen as less influential.
2. Celebrate Women's success. and stand for them when they are unfairly Blamed.
Don't let your modesty overpower your accomplishments. Always find reasons to celebrate your accolades. it's a common practice that women are given less credit for successes and blamed more for failures and mistakes. Be there to speak out for your women co-workers who are unfairly blamed for mistakes.
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3. Encourage women to overcome self-doubt.
Women often tend to underestimate their capabilities. This self-doubt erodes our confidence. Women should boost confidence in their other female coworkers and encourage them to take on challenges at work.
Did you know?
Men apply for jobs when they meet 60 percent of the hiring criteria, while women wait until they meet 100 percent.
4. Remember to give honest and upfront feedback.
Don't hold back for fear you will annoy someone with your honest input. Look for opportunities to give women at work feedback that can help them improve and grow.
5. Commit the time and energy to mentor other women.
Share your experiences with your junior women co-workers. You may have been through what a woman just starting her career is experiencing.
This helps build trust and create a sound ecosystem at work among women.
