When I think about personal leadership and my personal brand, the first thing that comes to mind is balancing the fact that I am a woman and I aspire to lead. Â This particular commercial made by Pantene really resonates with me because the duality of the perception of the same execution between man vs. woman really is a truth within our society. Â I struggle with trying to strike a balance and not come off as "bossy or vain," but I want to gain the confidence and credibility that a man would in the same situation. Â Having worked on a trading floor prior to my MBA, I worked in a predominantly male environment. Â The few women that were on the floor seemed to take on this persona of being masculine or aggressive, and I almost countered that with showing that femininity is a welcome surprise in a testosterone driven environment. Â I don't know which one is more effective, but I do know that I didn't want to ever assume the role of man because I am a woman and I am proud of it. Â So, food for thought: how do you strike this balance as a leader in the work force?









