How Hostility, Sexism, and Racism Can Be Handled in Business Dealings

The first thing I learned to do was set boundaries and professionally confront those who heckle and doubt me. If I sit back and let them get away with their behavior, then I am certain they will conduct themselves in the same way towards other women and minorities in the work place, which I cannot allow. The key thing I learned to do was let these people know that there are consequences for their behavior, following through with what I say I will do. Having a spine is one of the most important things I can do as a female minority in the workplace, and the men who act unprofessionally in their business dealings with me will not soon forget me.

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