While men still far outnumber women as executive managers, according to Tafur, there’s about an equal number of male middle managers and female middle managers.
So how can a woman increase her chances of becoming a boss? “Have confidence in yourself,” says Tafur. “Believe in yourself and convey that in your manner. Look for opportunities to promote yourself by asking for upcoming projects and going above and beyond your current role so you’ll get noticed. And don’t be afraid to showcase your success. It’s not bragging, it’s just sharing.”
