This sudden burst of enthusiasm is all thanks to a seminar I attended, organised by my company in aid of inspiring female talent. Working in logistics for the last 7 years, I have been aware that I am in a predominately male industry, and although I have never had first hand experience of this within my role, listening to some of my colleagues throughout the day has made me realise the difficulties they face working alongside their male counterparts.
The seminar was designed to inspire, and that is exactly
what it did! We had the opportunity to hear stories from senior female
directors as well as our male chief executive, the journey they have been on
and how they are using their skills and knowledge to be the best they can me. I
learnt the value and importance of having women within various levels of the
company, the barriers faced and what we need to do as a company to break those
down, but also what I can do myself to
develop and grow with the same success that men have had within the business.
There was a lot of focus on career development and self
perception, something that did resonate with me because I am so eager to grow
yet seem to have an insecurity that is holding me back, something which a lot
of women could also relate to. What I did take from this however, was the
understanding that I am in charge of
my career. How I want to develop, and what I want to do, is down to me. I am
capable of making decisions, and the only way I am going to get there is to
have confidence and belief in myself that I can do it.
Times are changing and I am in a position now to reach out
and grab exactly what it is I want and today has given me the push I need to do
it so I’m digging out my platform shoes once again and reliving the
meaning of girl power!
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