She Empowers: Five Words of Wisdom for Women in the Corporate World

Corporate America is full of great opportunity and deep land mines. As you climb the corporate ladder, it’s critical that you learn the career pitfalls through shared wisdom instead of personal experience. Although experience is the best teacher, learning from others can help you miss the mistakes and mishaps that could be avoidable.

 

Here are five words of wisdom that were passed on to me from career mentors and professionals:

 

1. Stop asking if you can have it all. Men have been doing it for years, so the question is unnecessary. Just go after what you want and just do it.

 

1. Balance is not only important but it’s necessary. Don’t spend so much time investing in work that you forget the ones and things that truly matter.

 

1. Attire does matter so dress for the job you want, not for the job you have.

 

1. If you’re in the midst of a difficult conversation via email, it’s best to type your response and hold off on sending it.Walk away or come back to it later in the day to review the draft.This will allow you the opportunity to ensure the appropriate tone and response. When in doubt, save draft.

 

1. Do not participate in gossip. Simply don’t do it. People that you think are not paying attention, see and hear it all and your association with the drama can become detrimental to your career growth.

 

What are some words of wisdom that have helped you navigate your career?

 

XOXO,