Nice Girls Don't Get the Corner Office: 101 Unconscious Mistakes Women Make

[surekhapar]

When I picked up the book, I thought it would be time pass book just for fun but turned out to be very helpful if you want to climb the ladder of success.

It lists out the 101 mistakes that women often do which sabotage their careers.This book gives the impact of girlish mistakes we often do at the office.
This book is written by Lois P. Frankel, Ph.D., an internationally-recognized executive coach who has worked with Fortune 500 companies, reveals why some women roar ahead in their careers while others stagnate. She's spotted a unique set of behaviors – 101 in all – that women learn in girlhood that sabotage them as adults. Now, in this groundbreaking guide, she helps you eliminate these unconscious mistakes that could be holding you back – and offers invaluable coaching tips you can easily incorporate into your social and business skills.

If you are serious about your career or have issues with current job, please read this book.

[neelasri]

Surekha, This book will be next on my list. I suck when it comes to office politics. people take my advantage and walk over me.

[lily]

Surekha, I have read this book. Sakhis, this is a keeper. you will learn about so many silly things we do at workplace.

[Beena]

Surekha, name of the book sounds interesting. I will grab it soon. Thanks for sharing.

[pranati]

Surekha this book is in my list now :)

[devi]

Surekha, I need this book badly. I will pick it up.

[malspie]

Always remember not to discuss about colleagues in office, even light hearted discussions can back fire at you.

Never show your dislike to any one. keep a tight upper lip but showcase friendliness.

Do not try to be a pot bearer in office, you may end up doing everyones job and someone else may be taking the credit.

Share only when required, some one is trying to steal your knowledge and present it as theirs

Beware of over friendly person in office, he / she must be the torch bearer for gossips to reach the big boss.

Most of the top level management have secretly appointed these larks for gossip collections. yes, it is true.

Do not be emotional towards your work, it is a place which can kick you mercilessly for a silly fault.

Do not carry work home, including peer pressures, this can be quiet stressful.

Learn to sort matters at the bud, no grudges against anyone.

Be a leader right from the day one, do not let people ride on your back.

Never showcase false talents, it can back fire on you.

If you feel you are not valued, quit, no matter how much you try, a person who cannot value hard work and sincerity is not worth to be considered as boss.

Be alert of the moves of your boss, sometimes he may be judging your character.

Be careful when you discuss your hobbies at work, your serious sick leave may be gossiped as hobby completing day.

Do not boast about your male friends and your gregarious nature, you will be misjudged as AVAILABLE.

[devi]

Mals, very informative. Thanks for sharing. It looks like you are in HR profession.

[surekhapar]

Sakhis, thanks for stepping in.
Mals, you have given a good summary of what girls should not do in the office. Thanks for the tips.