This corporate stuff is a little hard to navigate sometimes. I am not well versed in the what to wear, what to say and why we need 6 forms for one thing. For example we had a performance management class today, and since all mangers are required to attend, there were a wide range of attendees. I felt a bit lost, not sure exactly what was expected of me, but I sat there, shut my mouth (yay me!) and listened. That seemed to go over well, so I made it out of there without any major foot in mouth episodes.
I have also been invited to a 'diamond in the rough' dinner for female leaders of CSX. Hmmmm CSX wants to fly me to Jacksonville to have dinner? I figured I better call my boss on this one. He was encouraging and told me of course I should go! Nice guy that one. So I have sent in my acceptance that I will go to dinner in Jacksonville with a bunch of other women leaders. What in the world am I gonna wear!?!? I don't think jeans and work boots are right, probably not kakis and work boots either. I don't even know if my dress cowboy boots will work. I will be calling my best friend and fashion consultant on this one, any reasonable suggestions are also welcome.
Disclaimer! The following statement are views completely personal to me and in no way reflect any views held by CSX.
So here is the thing....I hate the whole girls only dinner idea. I mean if you wanted to have a boys only dinner everyone would be up in arms. I think it is great for networking but I want to be good at my job, not 'good for a girl'. I don't want promotions, jobs, raises etc. based on anything other than my job performance or potential to do a good job in a new role. I don't want it to have any thing to do with the fatty lumps on my chest.
Ok rant over, and since my last post was sorely lacking in winter railroading fun I made sure I got brave and took my gloves off to catch a good winter picture. This is Cumberland yard with a remote engine headed back up the hump.
My dad has worked at CN for over 30 years now, he's worked his way up to engineer, and he had told me years ago that I wouldn't be able to work there because it's not a job meant for women. Thing is, I was raised by my dad and I'm a tomboy at heart. I'lll go on a 9 mile run in the rain or freezing weather. Well, I've gone through college now for an associates in science and I'm still persistent that I can do this. I guess what I'm wondering is what are my chances that a railroad will actually hire a woman? And, I read about the physical abilities test, so how much weight would I be required to lift? I have lifted several heavy things, it doesn't scare me, but I'm not sure of the numbers. If you could give me any suggestions on getting hired or ways to be prepared please email me hannahrae08@hotmail.com
ReplyDeleteYou should be proud of the nomination and dress in at least business attire. You should probably ask if this is formal. .. That said, you know how I feel about woman getting woman's awards too but just use it as an opportunity to make new friends. Enjoy the acknowledgement. And congratulations on the promotion! I know you earned it.
ReplyDeleteHannah I sent you an email.
ReplyDeleteThanks Jordan!!