Women at Work

Women at Work

by Anne Dickson (Author)

Synopsis

How do I get others to take me more seriously? Can I learn to settle for respect instead of needing to be liked? What is the difference between authoritative and authoritarian? How can I learn to put across my views more coherently? There are many more women managers than there were ten years ago but women in senior positions remain rare. Despite the progress made in terms of equal opportunities, many women still struggle with lack of confidence in the workplace, often overworking to compensate for self-perceived inadequacy. This book portrays the experience of individual women at work. It outlines the problems they encounter and why, and then offers practical skills and suggestions on how to develop genuine self-confidence. In addition, Anne Dickson develops a series of progressive role-plays to guide readers through situations they'll easily recognise, such as: negotiating effectively; setting limits; handling power without being oppressive; and confronting bullying and prejudice. Real self-confidence increases personal power and "Women at Work" aims to teach you that being true to yourself is pivotal to getting the most out of your work and career.

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More Information

Format: Paperback
Pages: 144
Edition: 1
Publisher: Kogan page
Published: 01 Oct 2000

ISBN 10: 0749433736
ISBN 13: 9780749433734

Media Reviews
It bears careful scrutiny. It shows how often one has to settle for respect rather than being liked: that assertiveness is not the same as 'aggression in velvet gloves'; that aggression (unlike anger) is a learnt, not a natural response; that to show anxiety, vulnerability, sympathy or consideration is human, even valuable. -- The Irish Times
Author Bio
Anne Dickson, psychologist and educator, is an acknowledged authority in assertiveness training, interactive communication and personal development skills. Her extensive experience includes over 25 years training women and men in a wide variety of contexts in the UK and Europe. She is author of Trusting the Tides and the best-selling A Woman in Your Own Right.