What would you do...

[ekaterinn]

...if you had an interview at a place that had a reputation for not hiring women? (especially if you *are* a woman *and* really want the job?)

Comments

[akite.livejournal.com]

I'd go for it. You might change their mind.

[ekaterinn.livejournal.com]

Oh, I am. Any ideas on tactics? (i.e. though I feel bad about it, I'm going to wear slacks instead of my usual skirt).

[akite.livejournal.com]

Wearing slacks is good. Try for professional and business-like. If they voice any misgivings tell them, "I can do this job if you give me a chance." I know they aren't likely to come out and say we don't hire women, but a positive attitude will help, I'm sure. Good luck!

[ekaterinn.livejournal.com]

*nods* I'm very much going to go for the professional look. I'm going to go over interviewing skills with a friend of mine, so I'll try to keep a positive attitude in mind! Thanks!

(and, hee, I love your icon!)

[aishuu.livejournal.com]

I'd go for it, but I'd avoid appearing overly feminine or like a male impersonator.... it's a tough line to walk?

[ekaterinn.livejournal.com]

Thanks. *nods* My hair is cut short and I'm going to wear slacks and minimal makeup (foundation and lipstick). It's just frustrating, because I feel that I would have a really good shot at the job if it wasn't for the not hiring women thing. Gah!

[aishuu.livejournal.com]

I'd wear a necklace or earrings or something, too.

[ekaterinn.livejournal.com]

Hmm. That raises another question, actually. I don't know if you remember, but I have two holes in my ears. I'm just wearing one set of post earrings right now, but I don't know how noticeable the 2nd set of holes are. It might be better to put in a 2nd set of post earrings.

And you're right, a discreet necklace might be good as well.

[amai.livejournal.com]

Well damn. That takes out baking them a cake. Sexists.

[ekaterinn.livejournal.com]

Oh, LWDF. *sighs* I'm kind of hoping that their prejudice is more towards women doing fieldwork, as awful as this is, because I just want one of the administrative positions. Still, I'm trying not to get my hopes up too hard, but it's difficult.

[shaman-alex.livejournal.com]

go forit and kick ass to the curb!

[ekaterinn.livejournal.com]

I will!