First, I want to applaud all the brave women who have posted, asking for advice without fear of being judged. I've read posts that have tugged at my heart, forced me to reflect and some that were just plain funny. I like that there's a lot of smart consulting women in this 'bowl' ready to share their brilliant minds and humor to support one another. I could use some advice, need to muster up the courage.

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Thank you, just working up the nerve.
PS...I was at IBM too!

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Agreed! This is the most heartwarming, helpful and encouraging bowl yet. Love seeing fellow women killing it out there both in this tough industry and in their personal lives - y’all are 💯

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Exactly!!!

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