How to Turn Girls Into Leaders by Hello Ladies

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A new study from Girl Scouts of USA reveals more than one-third of girls say they wouldn't feel comfortable trying to be a leader, and almost 40 percent aren't sure if they are cut out to be a leader. How can we fix that?

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Be a role model.
http://www.thewhitehouseproject.org/

Hello Ladies says: "Women hold just 16.5 percent of the seats in Congress and comprise just 37 percent of managers, 26 percent of vice-presidents, and 14 percent of executive committees. Go to work. Run for office. Be the change."

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- Eden Godsoe: I absolutely love this whole list - thank you for sharing! Related to role models, thought my list of "Books with Strong Female Leads" fits well here. A little princess is ok, but why not share these books with your daughter to showcase what girls can be - http://www.skinnyscoop.com/list/eden/books-with-st...
Be a role model. Women hold just 16.5 percent of the seats in Congress and comprise just 37 percent of managers, 26 percent of vice-presidents, and 14 percent of executive committees. Go to work. Run for office. Be the change.
Lead from the front.
http://helloladies.com/2009/10/a-request-for-the-ladies-lead-from-the-front/

Hello Ladies says: "Girls can't be what they can't see. Step up to the front and let them see you lead."

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Lead from the front. Girls can't be what they can't see. Step up to the front and let them see you lead.
Mentor women and girls.
http://www.theglasshammer.com/news/2012/02/03/why-girls-need-mentors/

Hello Ladies says: "Women still struggle with the double bind. When they are assertive, they are labeled bossy and demanding. Not assertive enough? They are labeled as weak. Girls need women mentors who can model appropriate leadership skills."

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Mentor women and girls. Women still struggle with the double bind. When they are assertive, they are labeled bossy and demanding. Not assertive enough? They are labeled as weak. Girls need women mentors who can model appropriate leadership skills.
Teach media literacy.
http://www.missrepresentation.org/

Hello Ladies says: "American teenagers spend 31 hours per week watching TV, 17 hours listening to music, 3 hours watching movies, four hours reading magazines and ten hours online equaling almost 11 hours of media consumption a day. And what do they see and hear? That beauty and sexuality matter most. Teach them to be discerning consumers of the media."

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Teach media literacy. American teenagers spend 31 hours per week watching TV, 17 hours listening to music, 3 hours watching movies, four hours reading magazines and ten hours online equaling almost 11 hours of media consumption a day. And what do they see and hear? That beauty and sexuality matter most. Teach them to be discerning consumers of the media.
Encourage girls' participation in STEM.
http://www.girlscouts.org/program/basics/science/

Hello Ladies says: "Girls are underrepresented in the STEM fields (science, technology, engineering and math). They need encouragement to pursue their interests in fields that are key for the economy, health and the planet."

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- Eden Godsoe: So agree with this one. I even made a whole list about getting girls interested in maths & sciences - http://www.skinnyscoop.com/list/eden/toys-tips-to-...
Encourage girls' participation in STEM. Girls are underrepresented in the STEM fields (science, technology, engineering and math). They need encouragement to pursue their interests in fields that are key for the economy, health and the planet.
Advocate for family-friendly work policies.
http://www.momsrising.org/issues_and_resources/maternity

Hello Ladies says: "Corporate America has a long way to go when it comes to adopting family-friendly policies like maternity/paternity policies, flexible work schedules, fair pay and paid sick leave. Know the issues, lobby your legislators and help pave an easier path for our future leaders. If not you, who?"

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Advocate for family-friendly work policies. Corporate America has a long way to go when it comes to adopting family-friendly policies like maternity/paternity policies, flexible work schedules, fair pay and paid sick leave. Know the issues, lobby your legislators and help pave an easier path for our future leaders. If not you, who?