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Women's pursuit for success in corporate as well
as entrepreneurial careers could be restrained by many factors.
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One highly advertised factor is the glass ceiling.
What I would like to discuss however, is a different ceiling that is often
overlooked.
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Success can be hindered by reasons within
ourselves.
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For example, we can face difficulties because of
lack of self confidence, lack of tact in dealing with people, or lack of
updated knowledge.
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There are constraints, dilemmas and struggles that
we face internally, that deny us from succeeding, and also, from enjoying our
accomplishments and from seeking more advancement.
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“Success
requires us to look inward and understand and get comfortable with ourselves”
Cheryl Womack – Chaiperson, LWEW
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Important factors can be grouped into the
following three dimensions; Personal, interpersonal and professional.
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Personal dimension: Building a healthy SELF
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SELF Confidence
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SELF Motivation
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SELF Esteem
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SELF Discipline/commitment
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Result in SELF Achievement
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Stress management
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Avoid, fight, or flight
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Take challenges as opportunities for development
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Interpersonal dimension: Building
SUPPORTIVE relationships
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Reconciling/balancing family with work
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Recognizing that the “superwoman” is a myth
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Team spirit: Create Respect, peace, and share
success
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The lost gifts of cheerfulness, smiling and
listening.
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Professional dimension: Building an
INSPIRING professional life
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Integrity is a MUST for long term success
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Win – Win attitude
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Give credit
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Join business associations
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Continuous learning
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Conclusion
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“When we win our inner battles, we become
much more apt to face outside ones” Odette Iskandar
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The 4 “C”s recipe:
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Courage
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Conviction
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Courtesy
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Consistency
