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“Everything you want should be yours: the type of work you want; the relationships you need; the social, mental, and aesthetic stimulation that will make you happy and fulfilled; the money you require for the lifestyle that is appropriate to you; and any requirement that you may (or may not) have for achievement or service to others. If you don’t aim for it all, you’ll never get it all. To aim for it requires that you know what you want.” Richard Koch
Editor’s Note Hi Readers,
Your kitchen is one of the most visited rooms in your house, not only by you but even by visitors to your home. As such, it is worthwhile to make every visit an enjoyable experience, so turn quickly to Your Style’s 15 tips for a better kitchen. Also, see what’s on the Boss Lady’s mind this week and as always…lots more.
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It is 2010 and despite the many barriers that have been broken down, there are many gender-based prejudices that are still alive and well in the workplace.
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omen in positions of leadership or power can be stereotyped as being ruthless, cold or even inflexible. It is a stereotype that has persisted over the years because of the apparent adjustment that women tend to make to achieve success in traditionally male dominated areas. Contrastingly, male leaders are regarded as motivating, free thinking and charismatic personalities who are able to shepherd an entire work force with minimal friction. It is 2010 and despite the many barriers that have been broken down, there are many gender-based prejudices that are still alive and well in the workplace. This week The Boss Lady takes a careful look at the double standards. Experts believe that there are clear-cut differences between male and female leadership styles. The female leader chiefly draws from her emotional intelligence as reference, which leads to her being better at communicating and cultivating positive working relationships. On the contrast in order to be noticed, there is the risk of the female wanting to join “the boys’ club’ and can jeopardize the effectiveness of their leadership. In trying to dispel stereotypes, a female leader may overcompensate and unwittingly compromise herself by revealing insecurities. For example, she may choose to coordinate a task in such a stringent and demanding manner that resentment inevitably develops among team members.
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In a recent survey on the website www.happyworker.com on gender boss preferences, 37 percent of people surveyed preferred a male boss; 19 percent preferred a female boss, and 43 percent did not mind either way. But younger workers seemed more balanced in their response. Amongst workers, aged between 18 and 34, 31 percent said they would prefer to work for a male boss, 29 percent preferred s female boss, while 40 percent did not have a preference. SOURCE: www.happyworker.com
HOW THE GENDER DIFFERS On communication: Men talk to give information or to report, while women talk to collect information or to gain rapport. Men focus on facts, reason and logic, while women focus on feelings, senses and meaning. Men thrive on competing and achieving; women thrive on harmony and relating.
The male boss’ ability to motivate in turn can also be undermined by the way their methods are interpreted. Discrimination and sexual inappropriateness have long been an unwanted facet of workplace interaction, and there seems to be no real fix for that. Surveys have long shown that men prefer male bosses most likely because of the psychology of having a woman in charge, while women also prefer a male boss presumably because of the cagey behavior usually exhibited when some women interact.
On taking the work home: One of the most striking results is that women and men bosses differ in regard to coping strategies. In cases of conflict and unfair treatment, some women take their problems home with them and develop psychosomatic symptoms to a greater extent than their male colleagues. Women managers also found it more difficult to tune out of their work during their leisure time in comparison with their male counterparts.
In reality, adjustments have to be made when one is working, regardless of gender because personalities differ. People are people and bosses are bosses, male or female and some personalities will be a bit more challenging than others. The key is to find that middle ground and move forward.
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Tips For A Better Kitchen
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Find the right height for the microwave.
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t is quite possible that you spend a lot more time in your kitchen than you actually realize. Therefore, making it an efficient and pleasant place to be will undoubtedly enhance meal preparation, which will draw praises from an appreciative household. So, to enjoy every minute in your kitchen and make meal preparation enjoyable, we give you 15 tips for a better kitchen.
Find the right height for the microwave The correct height and location for a microwave oven may vary depending on the chef or the kid-friendly character of the kitchen. For adults, 15 inches above countertop level is a good microwave height. For kids, a below-countertop setup may be safer and more suitable.
Eliminate wasted steps Think about how and where you use items. Keep wraps and plastic containers in one handy spot near a work surface for wrapping leftovers and keep snacks in a central area to ease the process of being accessed by children.
Determine the island’s function When it comes to kitchen islands, form follows function. If you want to cook and eat on kitchen islands, plan enough space so the cooktop is safely separated from the dining area.
Design wide walkways Paths throughout a kitchen should be at least 36 inches wide. Paths within the cooking zone should be 42 inches wide for a one-cook kitchen and 48 inches wide for a two-cook configuration. When planning, adjust kitchen islands and peninsulas accordingly.
Plan landing space When designing your kitchen, allow 15 inches of countertop on each side of a cooktop and refrigerator. Landing space is also important near the microwave.
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Direct traffic For children-friendly kitchen designs, keep the cooktop out of traffic areas so children don’t catch handles and cause spills when running through. Also, make the refrigerator accessible to both passersby and people working in cooking and cleanup areas. Stay clear of corners To make cabinet and appliance doors fully functional, plan space for the door’s clearance and swing direction in your kitchen design. Keep appliances away from corners, and make sure doors won’t bang into each other if open at the same time. Determine the island’s function.
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Arrange the range Place a shelf beside or behind the range to keep cooking oils, utensils, and spices handy. Place S-hooks on the side of the range hood to hang frequently used pots and pans. Be sharp when storing knives Hang knives on a magnetic strip tacked to the backsplash. This makes it easy to spot the right knife for a job and keeps dangerous items out of children’s reach. Make recycling easy Equip a cabinet with separate containers for glass, plastic, and metal. A spare drawer could hold old newspapers. Think short Put children’s’ favorite dishes and snack foods on shelves they can reach. Cut cleaning time Careful design decisions make cleaning easier. Glass refrigerator shelves catch spills that wire shelves let through. Flush-set or undermount sinks don’t have a crumb-catching rim to worry about. Matte finishes don’t show dirt as much as glossy ones do.
Hang frequently used pots and pans.
Break up cabinetry blocks Avoid boring, heavy blocks of doors and drawers by adding interesting details such as glass doors and display shelving. Or try wine storage or windows. Use light colours in a small kitchen Dark color schemes shrink an already small space and make it less inviting. Use soft shades on kitchen cabinets and natural light to visually expand a small room. Find a focal point Splashy tile, fancy floors, sizable range hoods, bright kitchen cabinets, and busy countertop patterns give the eye too much to look at. Pick one focal point in your kitchen design and complement that area with a few other quieter, eye-catching details
Be sharp when storing knives.
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