Women Speakers in India

Women Speakers in India

Like their global counterparts, working women in India have come along way; they don’t face much of the hostility and discrimination that was intrinsic in the work place fifty years ago. They’re educated, intelligent and moving up the rungs of their professional careers at a fast pace. One can find women in various leadership positions - CEOs, CFOs, HR Heads – and they are even the most sought after women speakers in India.

However, regardless of how successful women are today, many are still under represented at the top. Though discrimination does exist, studies and testimonials from successful women leaders have shown, that they too can be responsible for holding themselves back.

Below are three things women need to be aware of:  Putting themselves down: As a result of societal pressures - to be more fit, to be prettier, to be a better mother, to be a better manager - women have a fixed idea of how they should perform in all these areas. Falling short in any one these areas makes them constantly doubt themselves and give up - no matter how well they are actually doing.

 Don’t see gender biases: Women are often faced with gender biases, though today it is often subtle and unconscious – making it harder to track down. Having to constantly fight back and earn the promotion is tiring and disheartening. No matter how qualified they actually are, it can make them feel that they actually don’t deserve it.  Falling for societal stereotypes: Many consider women who express themselves to be “bitchy”, “too emotional” or “bossy”. Hearing this type of repeated criticism affects women, and they tend to alter their behaviour to fit the stereotype of how “a woman should behave”. They don’t need to do this, it affects their chances of showcasing their unique ideas.

Source: http://outstandingspeakersbureau.in/