How can you be professional but still show up in a way that feels right for you?⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀
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Today on the pod we’re talking about what “professional” looks like in the biz world. And if it’s OK to turn up to a meeting in jeans and a t-shirt. ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀
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I say hell yes! But my co-host Sophia argues that it depends on a whole host of factors.⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀
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Wanna know what they are? Listen to this week’s episode.
Topics discussed in this episode:
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How do we define professionalism? Is it different when you’re running a business?
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How the idea of professionalism has developed over time.
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You don’t have to ‘look the part,’ you have to be the part.
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Why putting aside time to improve your expertise, skills and knowledge is important.
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Practical ways you can look, act and be professional.
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Why women are judged on their appearance and how this is not OK.
Resources discussed in this episode:
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Where did business suits come from?
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What is a professional? A textbook definition.
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Women, professionalism & habits that minimize opportunities.
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Is it ever OK to cry at work?
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Why supporting other women at work is harder than it looks, according to science.
⠀Listen below or head to iTunes or Spotify.