Don’t play the woman card

The experts warn not to take advantage of being a woman and seeking favors. If the job demands frequent travelling, working late or work during weekends, don’t ask for a different treatment just because you are a woman. “It creates unfair practices at work and you hurt you career. At the end of the day, you want to be respected by your bosses and colleagues,” says Akila Krishnakumar.

It’s not likewise to go for your child’s annual function by not attending an important meeting for an woman. There are many MNCs which don’t even pay maternity leaves as K. Ramkumar, Head of HR at ICICI Bank says, “WE do nothing. There is no chivalry, no kid gloves, there are no affirmative action committees. Your system has to be pure meritocracy. No woman can play the woman card.”

But it doesn’t mean you shall be shy from emphasizing your voice. Luniya recalls the job interview which she faced at SAIL. She was offered to go for Human Resources which are said to be more suitable for women, but she had to convince her employers hard as she wanted to join the marketing team.