Can Over-Confidence Prevent Promotion?

Hello Womenworking.com members:

Being a confident business woman in the workplace is the first step in climbing the ranks within your company. It is always looked upon highly when you are able to take on tasks, understand guidelines, and work independently – these are fundamentals to any task in life, not just business. The problem, however, is when a woman becomes arrogant--she might actually prevent herself from getting a promotion, simply by her manner.

An arrogant woman might push boundaries and not listen to others' opinions.  She may be perceived as unapproachable, pushy or head-strong. The inability to discuss issues or problems with others can lead to detrimental effects on a career.

The trick is maintaining your ground on a subject while making other opinions heard, processed and actually discussed. Employers want to see someone who listens, appreciates the difference of opinion and incorporates all ideas into a project – not someone who will only hear what is in their own head.

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Dr. Madeline Ann Lewis
President/CEO
Deline Institute for Professional Development
Website:  www.delineinstitute.net
Email:  women [at] delineinstitute [dot] net

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