“The Woman Thing” Part I: Don’t Just Beg Men To Give Us A Chance

05/03/2010

“The Woman Thing” Part I: Don’t Just Beg Men To Give Us A Chance

On the first point, I don’t want someone to cut me some slack or “give me a chance” just because I’m a woman. I don’t want a hand-out, I don’t want to be patronized. I want to be recognized and respected because of what I’m capable of doing and achieving. If someone wants me on their team strictly because I’m a woman, then there’s probably something amiss in that intention. So don’t patronize me, please.

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I couldn't agree more with this.

May 3, 2010 8:35:53 PM

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I really enjoyed this--great quote. I think the recognition that we receive because of what we do and who we are is critical; not in spite of. Thanks for sharing.

Posted by: Tiia Jones | 05/04/2010 at 12:02 AM

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