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WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 12, 2020

WE CAN DO IT, TOOPAGE2— Wednesday,August12,2020—THEHENDERSONNEWS
As a woman and a worked and the factory became the focus. Child
vital member of labor laws were created and eventually, the age limit
the workforce, I’m was raised to encompass the wives and mothers.The
proud to play a role man became the breadwinner. Housewives became
in the celebration of the norm.
women in business
but I would be Toiling in the fields morphed into vacuuming
remiss to not point shag carpets.
out the fact that
Women in the workplace were given clerical tasks
and teaching positions. Jobs formerly held by men

women have been AMBER were now performed by women for significantly
dominating the workplace since the workplace was LOLLAR lower salaries. A battle that has persisted even to this
a field of crops or an animal waiting to be milked. very day.
Toiling in the
Manual labor has never been confined to the Time passed and the underpaid backbone of fields morphed
into vacuuming
males of our species. every company stood up. Bras burned. Changes were made shag carpets.”

Women in the distant past rose with the sun, tended to the and laws adjusted, equality, though, is an evasive beast.

men, tended to the children, tended to the house, and tended Women worked their way through the ranks and became

to the field. Weekends didn’t exist. There was no sick time or leaders of industry. We rule in clerical positions. We dominate

vacation days. The only respite these domestic divas got was in managerial positions. We own businesses and we create

childbirth. stability. We can perform manual labor and do the heavy

The Industrial Revolution changed the way the world lifting and still swaddle an infant with the most delicate

touch.

We moved on from corsets and cone bras to power suits

and power moves; from homemakers to homeowners. The

world turns on the backs of women and businesses thrive on

the sweat of our brows.

Take a moment and look around you; recognize the power

of the women that toil alongside you.

Women throughout history

Throughout history, many women • Ada Lovelace: This gifted
have made notable impacts in their mathematician is considered to be
communities and on society. The the first computer programmer in the
following are just a handful of women early days of computers.
whose accomplishments are worthy of
celebration. • Valentina Tereshkova: In June
1963, cosmonaut Tereshkova became
• Millicent Farrett Fawcett: the first woman in space. Despite
This powerful leader campaigned a lack of formal flight training,
for women’s suffrage in 1866 at the Tereshkova was selected for the
tender age of 22, leading the National space program due to her skills as an
Union of Women’s Suffrage Societies. amateur parachutist.
Her goal was realized 61 years later.
• Oprah Winfrey: Winfrey’s
• Marie Sklodowska Curie: This rise from poverty to the status of
Polish-born scientist founded a household name and billionaire
new science of radioactivity, which mogul is a true rags-to-riches story.
would have a sizable impact on the
treatment of cancer. Curie also was • Nancy Pelosi: Congresswoman
the first woman to win a Nobel Prize. Pelosi became the first and thus
far only female to serve as Speaker
• Ruth Law: Despite Orville of the United States House of
Wright refusing to teach her to fly, Representatives. She is the highest-
Law learned to be a pilot in the early ranking female elected official in U.S.
20th century.At 28,she beat the cross- history.
country flight record with a 590-mile
flight from Chicago to Hornell, N.Y., These are just a handful of the
and later inspired Amelia Earhart. many influential women who have
shaped history.

<< FACT: Rosie the Riveter became a cultural
icon in 1943 during WWII when women went to

work in factories to support the war effort.

Some benefits of longer maternity leaveTHEHENDERSONNEWS—Wednesday,August12,2020—PAGE3

Today’s working mothers face an incredibly 40 percent. Many working mothers experience If mothers are able to stay with their children for several months after
difficult decision after giving birth. How soon to difficulty breastfeeding their children after they’ve they are born, can provide many beneifts to both the mother and the child.
return to work after having a child is a decision returned to work. Trouble pumping at the office
new mothers grapple with every day. While a host and the resulting effects on breastmilk supply
of factors must be considered before women can can contribute to this. Mothers who take longer
make their decision, research shows that longer maternity leaves can breastfeed on demand, while
maternity leave benefits mother and child in a others may find it easier to pump at home while
variety of ways. their child is sleeping than they would in an office
setting.
Paid maternity leave is not guaranteed in the
United States, and the Organization for Economic • Maternity leave and children’s health: A
Cooperation and Development notes that the recent study from researchers at the Melbourne
United States is the only country in the developed Institute of Applied Economic and Social
world that does not mandate paid leave for new Research in Australia found that children can
mothers. In Canada, paid leave is available for one reap the benefits of their parents’ paid parental
or both parents through a government-sponsored leave for at least seven years. The study, released in
insurance plan, though that leave is governed by 2015, found that children whose parents were able
certain restrictions. to care for them with the support of paid leave
during infancy had a reduced risk of developing
The financial component merits strong asthma and hearing and vision problems.
consideration for mothers trying to figure how
long their maternity leave should be. But new • Maternity leave and postpartum depression:
mothers know that there are other factors to A 2013 study published in the Journal of Health
consider as well. The following are some benefits Politics, Policy and Law found that women who
to lengthier maternity leaves that mothers may return to work sooner than six months after
not know about. giving birth had an increased risk of postpartum
depressive symptoms.
• Maternity leave, partial breastfeeding and its
effects on SIDS risk: Researchers at the University Maternity leave can benefit mother and child
of Auckland recently determined that even partial for years to come, especially when mothers are
breastfeeding in the first two to four months of capable of taking several months of leave after
a child’s life reduces the child’s risk for Sudden their children are born.
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Update your résumé for job hunting during COVID-19

The economy has struggled sure to modify your skills and industries like online shopping, Prepare for remote interviews in advance so that technical
during the COVID-19 pandemic, accomplishments as they pertain delivery, healthcare, grocery stores, Even after businesses have difficulties will not derail the
and many people are concerned to the specific job for which you’re cleaning services, and more, reopened, remote interviews will process. The interviewer sees only
by what the future may bring, applying. have experienced growth. Many likely be the norm. Set up an your background, so utilize a paper
particularly regarding their industries also have revamped interview spot in your home with or whiteboard in front of you with
careers. Some fields may continue In many instances, a functional operations and may need a good lighting, a neutral background, notes or talking points.
to scale back while others may résumé format, which emphasizes consultant or expert to help them limited distractions, and a desirable
increase operations. There is much skills over linear job experience, change over their business formats. camera angle. Practice being A job search may be complicated
uncertainty for those looking for is a good choice because it can Do not assume that the pandemic interviewed digitally. Master by the coronavirus, but there are
new work or considering changing gloss over gaps in the résumé or has stalled all job prospects. various meeting applications by steps to make it easier to find a job.
jobs. frequent job changes. Remember downloading necessary software With patience and positivity, the
to fill the résumé with the same odds can be in job-seekers’ favor.
Even though the coronavirus verbiage used in the job posting.
may slow down the process of If scanning software is used to cull
hiring and make it even more résumés for key words, yours will
competitive, job seekers must avoid have the right words and phrases.
the notion that they should throw
in the towel and try to wait out the Update social media
lull. Many people have found new If you use a social media
jobs during the pandemic, and application like LinkedIn, Plaxo or
these strategies can help men and Jobster to network, be sure to keep
women do just that. your profile current. It also may be
helpful to join industry networking
Update your résumé groups and organizations at this
Many people may think that time, as they may have an ongoing
résumé writing is a “one and aggregator of job openings in
done” process, but that’s not the particular fields.
case. The Balance: Careers says
a résumé should be updated and Research the industry
tweaked each time a person applies While travel, hospitality and
for a position. Keep a generalized event planning have been hit
outline for your résumé, but be hard due to COVID-19, other

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How women can make their way in male-dominated fields

Women have made great strides in various progression. Networking also can make it easier
industries over the first two decades of the for women to thrive in male-dominated fields, as
21st century. Highly publicized pursuits of they can seek advice from professional colleagues,
gender equality, such as the ongoing gender male and female, about hurdles they can expect.
discrimination lawsuit by the United States In addition, professional networks can serve as
Women’s National Team against the U.S. Soccer support networks as well. That can be invaluable
Federation, have done much to further the cause as women face the challenge of establishing
for women in a great number of industries. themselves in male-dominated fields.
But the fight for equality is far from over, as
evidenced by the array of fields that remain • Work with professional women’s
predominantly male. organizations. Many professional organizations
now cater exclusively to women within certain
In 2017, the United States Bureau of Labor professions. Working with these groups places
Statistics tracked the percentages of women in women in direct contact with peers with varying
a variety of professions, ultimately finding that levels of experience. That means women will
many professions are male-dominated. For have access to people who have faced and
example, the BLS found that only 20 percent of overcome challenges at various phases of their
software developers were female, while roughly careers.
63 percent of financial analysts are male. Each of
those fields can be lucrative, suggesting women • Work with your employer. Wage gaps
can benefit greatly from making inroads into have narrowed in many professions, but that’s
these professions and others in which they are not the only way industries have become more
underrepresented. accommodating to women.Many businesses now
recognize the need to change not just their pay
Women may face an uphill battle as they look structures, but also their working environments
to establish themselves and subsequently thrive to make them more accommodating to women.
in male-dominated fields. That challenge can be Women who encounter problems at work, such
overcome by employing various strategies. as routine resistance to their ideas and input,
should discuss such frustrations with their
• Build your network. Networking is essential employers.
for modern professionals. According to a global
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across 17 countries, 79 percent of professionals face many challenges. But such challenges can be
agree that networking is valuable for career overcome in various ways.

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3 ways women can build, maintain professional networks

Established professionals course, networking often helps network. showing a willingness to offer their network to see how things
often tout the importance of people find new jobs as well, 2. Offer help as much as you help as much as seek it. That are going or share updates on
building strong networks. In as the LinkedIn survey also can lead to stronger, more easily previous collaborations. That’s a
fact, a 2017 global survey from found that 70 percent of people seek it. maintained networks. quick and easy way to maintain
LinkedIn found that nearly hired in 2016 found work at The LinkedIn survey connections.
80 percent of professionals companies where they had 3. Schedule networking each
consider professional existing connections. found that only 48 percent of week. The value of networking is
networking to be important to professionals keep in touch with undeniable. Women can take
their career success. Women can employ various their networks when things are Build networking into your various steps to build strong
strategies to build strong going well in their career. By weekly schedule. Even the busiest networks and maintain those
Professionals may see networks and maintain those reaching out to a network when professionals can find time relationships for years to come.
networking as a great way networks once connections are things are going well, women are each week to email someone in
to land their next job, but established.
establishing strong networks
can pay dividends even for those 1. Join professional
people who have no immediate organizations.
plans to leave their current
companies. Small Business Professional organizations
BC, a resource that caters provide great networking
to entrepreneurs in British opportunities, serving as
Columbia, notes that successful avenues to begin new business
networking can lead to referrals relationships. Many such
and new partnerships and raise organizations host annual
the profiles of professionals and conferences, and attending
the companies they work for. these conferences can
help women maintain the
The LinkedIn survey relationships they develop
supports that notion, through their participation
noting that one-quarter in these groups. That’s an
of professionals across the important benefit, as the
globe have established new LinkedIn survey found that
business partnerships through 38 percent of professionals
LinkedIn Messaging. Of admitted they find it hard
to stay in touch with their

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More women becoming primary financial providers

Women are increasingly becoming the stress for women who work.

primary breadwinners in their homes. A 2015 University of Chicago study

In 2018, Prudential surveyed more found that opposite-sex couples in

than 3,000 Americans between the ages which women were the top earners

of 25 and 70 for its “Financial Wellness reported greater relationship strife

Census.” The survey indicated that and were more likely not to endure as

54 percent of women are the primary couples. The study also found that some

breadwinners in their family, while women who earned more did a greater

30 percent are married breadwinners amount of housework in order to make

who are producing more than half of their husbands feel better about the

their household income. This marks situation.

an increase from 2015, when the There are several ways to address

Center for American Progress found and cope with feelings that arise from

42 percent of women were sole or an increase in female breadwinners.

primary breadwinners — bringing in • Stay open-minded. Couples need

at least half of their families’ earnings. not fall into dated ways of thinking

This represents a long-running trend regarding gender roles. If they adjust

that indicates women’s earnings and their roles accordingly and continue to

economic contributions to their families adapt, things can work out just fine.

are of growing importance. • Divide tasks evenly. Evenly divvy

Studies show how much more up tasks around the house so that

likely it is for today’s mothers and neither partner feels as if they are doing

working females to provide essential more than the other.

financial support to their families • Share financial goals. Even if one

compared to earlier generations. It can person is bringing in more money, the

be empowering to be a sole or primary overall household should be the main

earner. However, this role also may place priority. That means that all adults have

extra pressure on women who also want an equal say in financial goals, regardless

to be ideal mothers. While gender roles of who earns the most money.

have become much more egalitarian, the Many women are now the primary

traditional household dynamic, in which breadwinners in their households. That

women take on more responsibilities has, in many cases, led to shifting gender

around the house, remains predominant roles and couples and families may have

in many families. That can contribute to to adjust accordingly.

Learn how to Tips for finding a new job
alleviate stress
Young women preparing to enter the workforce many job interviews before finally landing a job. Each
may discover a job market that’s difficult to crack. interview is not just an opportunity to land a job or

Getting a foot in the door in your desired field is not hone your interviewing skills, but also a chance to learn

1. Exercise: The American Harvard Medical School defines always easy, but young women looking to land that first what employers are looking for. Many interviews for
Psychological Association says cognitive-behavioral therapy, or job out of college can consider the following tips to entry-level jobs are similar regardless of the industry,
research continues to confirm the CBT, as a process of changing help them take that all-important first step toward a so make note of your responses that went over well and
benefits of exercise in regard to unhealthy thinking in order to rewarding career. those that might need a little more work.
combatting stress. Regular exercise change emotions. Therapists
has long-term benefits, but even a will identify negative thinking • Decide on a path. Blindly searching for work or • Be prepared to explain why you should be hired.
20-minute exercise session during patterns and help patients learn to any old job is a recipe for an aimless search that likely Job seekers should be able to explain both their
a stressful time can produce an automatically replace them with won’t land you a job you enjoy. Choose what it is that enthusiasm for the job and why they are right for that
immediate effect that lasts a few healthy or positive thoughts. you want to do and who you hope to do it for, and then job. Keep your description of your capabilities concise,
hours. you can proceed with a more refined search that does but don’t be afraid to confidently state why you are the
5. Support network: Simply not include you spending time pursuing positions you best possible candidate.
2. Deep breathing: Mindful having someone to talk to can help don’t want.
breathing can be effective and tame stress. People should surround • Look for volunteering opportunities. After you
only takes 10 minutes. Men and themselves with others they trust • Don’t be afraid to seek advice. Once you determine have targeted a field you want to work in, you may
women battling stress can sit in a who are good listeners. These can some companies you may want to work for, don’t be find that there are few paying opportunities within
comfortable position with their eyes be friends, family members or afraid to seek advice from people who already work for that field. But you might be able to volunteer or even
closed and imagine themselves in a professional therapists. Talking those companies. Even if such businesses don’t have pursue an internship if you only recently graduated
relaxing place while slowly breathing oneself through stressful situations any current openings, you might be able to schedule from college. Volunteering or accepting an unpaid
in and out. can provide relief. informational meetings. Treat such meetings like you internship is a great way to start making some contacts
would a job interview, asking questions about the and gaining some legitimate experience, and working
3. Take a break: Removing Stress is a growing problem that industry and what you can do to get your foot in the for free might just indicate to prospective employers
oneself from a stressful situation can adversely affect one’s health door. Once such meetings have concluded, send a that you are serious about pursuing a particular career
for a little while can be helpful. A in various ways. Relieving stress hand-written thank-you note to the person who took and not just landing a job.
brief break of 15 to 20 minutes can involves identifying the stressor and time out of their day to give you the informational
provide a sense of calm. taking a proactive approach before meeting. Young women may be met with a difficult job
symptoms of stress worsen. market upon graduating from college. But there are
4. Cognitive-behavioral therapy: • Learn from each job interview. Many people, ways to make job hunts easier and land the job of your
especially young people just starting out, go through dreams.

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The technological advancements made in their nerves, and professionals can follow suit.
the 21st century have undoubtedly made life Some simple breathing exercises can help
easier in many ways, but this golden age of busy professionals multitask more effectively
gadgets has not come without some negative by helping them concentrate on the tasks at
side effects. Thanks to the near-constant hand and overcome the distraction of having
availability of the Internet and devices like so much to do at one time.
smartphones and tablets, many men and
women find it difficult to maintain their • Stay hydrated. A recent study published
focus throughout the day. But while such in the Journal of Nutrition found that
distractions are never too far away, there are dehydration caused loss of focus and a sense of
some ways to stay focused and productive. fatigue among women. While the loss of focus
was considered insubstantial and the study
• Get more exercise. Studies have shown only examined women, remaining hydrated
that exercise and improved mental focus throughout the day may make it easier to focus
are linked. In a 2013 analysis of 19 studies on work and other tasks throughout the day.
involving more than 500 children, teenagers
and young adults, researchers found that • Get adequate sleep. One of the best ways
exercise sessions between 10 and 40 minutes to improve focus during the day is to make
immediately boosted concentration and sure you’re getting enough sleep at night.
mental focus. That improvement might be a Sleep deprivation produces a host of negative
result of exercise increasing blood flow to the consequences, not the least of which is its
brain. Men and women who find themselves impact on cognitive functioning. Research has
struggling to focus at work after lunchtime shown that sleep deprivation compromises
may benefit from incorporating some exercise, alertness and concentration, making it more
whether it’s a brief walk or a more strenuous difficult to focus at work and tackle tasks that
workout, into their midday routines. require deep analysis and thought. In addition,
a survey from the National Sleep Foundation
• Perform breathing exercises. Nervousness found that sleep-deprived men and women
is an oft-overlooked cause of loss of focus. are less likely to exercise and eat healthy diets,
When nervous, breath can become shallow and each of which can boost mental acuity.
restricted, which can have a negative impact
on the flow of oxygen to your brain, making Focusing in today’s atmosphere of constant
it more difficult to concentrate. Professional distractions can be difficult, but men and
athletes have long espoused to the virtues of women can overcome diversions by employing
breathing exercises as a means to calming a handful of successful strategies aimed at
improving concentration.

Be more assertive at work

Learn how to be more assertive in • Allow people to disagree. It is Thanks to our ladies that work hard!
the workplace acceptable for others to disagree with
you. This can lead to discussion and an ERICA KELLEY AND NICKI PHILLIPS
Gender equality in the professional opportunity to present evidence why
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century. But while great strides have way. It also enables you to point out
been made over the last two decades, the strong points in their argument.
women still face challenges unique Listening to all ideas can sway people in
to females as they look to establish your favor, even if they don’t necessarily
themselves professionally and advance agree with all you believe in.
their careers.
• Be proactive and future-oriented.
According to the U.S. Census This is expecially pertinent when
Bureau, women still earn roughly 80 asking for raises or promotions. Explain
percent of what men are paid in the to a boss how you respect yourself
same positions. Professional women and that your work merits the right
often must walk the thin line between compensation. Point out clearly defined
being too nice or too aggressive, a future goals and successes you’ve had
pressure not often faced by men. that warrant consideration for higher
Assertiveness is an art for both genders, pay.
and women can take steps to be more
assertive without giving the impression • Don’t fear conflict. Conflict doesn’t
they’re ruffling feathers. have to be confrontational, especially
when respectable language is used
• Be confident in your speech. It and everyone is allowed to voice their
is easy to fall into “weaker language” opinions. Conflict can inspire great
habits when advocating for an idea. If change. And remember, while you
unsure about the reaction to a proposal, need to have solid relationships with
you might say, “I think this is a good coworkers, they do not have to be your
idea” or “I believe this will impart best friends.
change.” More assertive language is to
simply stand behind the point: “This is Assertiveness in the workplace can
a good idea.” Confidence can go a long help female professionals achieve their
way. goals and showcase their value.

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