1. It'll get you a promotion
Asserting yourself in general is no easy feat, let alone in the workplace. Some women's first instinct is to be gracious, do their job, and hope they get the kudos they deserve. But we know how the world works. How's that working out for ya?
This is a fine time for you to let your inner b*tch shine through! According research from Stanford University's business school: Women who are self-confident, assertive, aggressive but also able to self-monitor their behavior, get 1.5 times more promotions than men with the same qualities and two times as many as their female counterparts.
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