Being Underestimated is an Advantage: Use It as Fuel

There will always be people who underestimate you, and that's a good thing. One example of this that comes to mind is that I've worked almost exclusively in highly male-dominated industries for my entire life. There have been many more times than I can count where I've been the *only* woman or one of very few women in the room, getting sideways glances from men who underestimated me, made it clear they thought I didn't belong, asked to step aside to make way for my male counterparts, sometimes even mistaken for a student, event staff, or asked if I was lost and in the wrong room rather than viewed as an equal participant. I've grown used to it, and even prefer it at this point, being underestimated.  Because it gives you an edge when you knock their socks off with just how much you DO belong in the room right alongside the people who think you don't. The next time someone underestimates you, don't be offended by it.  Instead, smile.  Appreciate it.  Take a moment to realize what an opportunity and the incredible gift that underestimation is giving you. And then allow it to light a fire under you, go get the fuck to work, and show them exactly what you're capable of.   REFERENCES Steve Jobsby Walter Isaacson   Want to join the conversation or connect with Emily?  Connect below!  CONNECT WITH EMILY Instagram @emilygoughcoach [email protected] Emily Gough Coaching Room to Grow Podcast Facebook: @ Emily Gough Coaching   DON'T MISS… Questions?  Comments? Want to connect and chat? You can email me at [email protected], or DM me over on Instagram @emilygoughcoach with any questions, comments, or takeaways!  Plus, I would absolutely love to connect with you and thank you for listening in real life.  It makes me day to see you listening to the podcast and fills me up with pure joy. Seriously.  See you on the 'gram! Questions?  Comments?  If Instagram and Facebook aren't your jam, send me a good old fashioned email!  [email protected] BRAND NEW EPISODES EVERY TUESDAY, THURSDAY & SATURDAY