No one likes having conflict at work, I know I do not. This industry can be stressful especially for a woman in Information Technology. We have to keep continuing to fight for our rights to be in this industry.

Working in a field that can be referred to as a “Good Ole Boys Club” or “It’s a Man’s World” industry. Women often face issues with trying to find our place in this industry where men dominant this field. I can relate to the growing pains of this industry from being discriminated against, put down, lied on, cheated on, abused, scorn, ganged up on, up and down.

I have been through so much in my industry that I have had several mental break downs because of the industry. It’s hard to just be the only woman on your team with whole lot of men. Not having anyone to relate to who you work with. Sometimes I would do my work and be so overwhelmed at times I would go to the restroom to go cry to relive myself from the hurt and pain I am feeling from my job. Superwoman also has her days when she has to still put that cape on and hold the world down. I still put on my big girl panties at the end of the day to make it through all of this.

Women have been fighting for equal rights for along time and still continuing to fight the good fight. Stand your ground and let your voices be heard. We have arrived and are not going anywhere. We deserve respect, equal pay opportunities, raises and promotions.

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