BP Oil International Limited, 20 Canada Square, London, E14 5NJ
13/02/2012 - 18:00
13/02/2012 - 21:00
Etc/GMT
Member Fee:
Free
Non-Member fee:
£20.00
What are the unconscious ways women undermine or sabotage their careers? Interviews of 1000 female executives in 2010 (from top US Fortune 500 organisations) found the top 3 were: 1. Work too hard 2. Do the work of others/take on low profile assignments 3. Fail to capitalise on relationships or follow them up Increasing your visibility is not just about hard work.
It's important for you to know that it's becoming more and more common to Google names of individuals before considering a meet. What can a potential Client, Employer or Employee find out about you when they Google your name? Your LinkedIn profile will rise to the top of search results letting you control the first impression people get when searching for you online.
Presenting Yourself in Interviews - Ticking the Right Boxes New Trend: Competency Interviews! Behavioural Interviews! • Are you aware of how major organisations make their selection decisions? • Do you present your prior accomplishments in the most favourable way? • Are you applying for a new job in your organisation that requires you highlight your competencies? • Have you identified what your most outstanding skills and talents are?
Dr. Sarah Rutherford will conduct a workshop using the findings in her new book, ‘Women’s Work, Men’s Cultures’ – Overcoming Resistance and Changing Organisational Cultures. The current vogue for explaining away women's lack of power in organisations through "differences" or 'choice' fails women, and is a strong example of the backlash that exists against the recent inroads women have made in public life.