This is for us, Women of Today.

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Lately, I've been reading profiles of successful women. One of those who struck me was Anna Wintour, editor-in-chief of the highly influential Vogue magazine. She was born and grew up in London, and her father, Charles Wintour, was a newspaper editor during his days. Obviously, Anna's father had a big influence on her. The education, upbringing, exposure and privileges that Anna acquired since birth, have brought her to where she is today.

As I read on about successful women who rose to the top of the ladder, they have these common and distinct characteristics:

1. Well-driven

2. Single

3. Divorced

4. Have 1 or 2 children, or have no children

5. Intelligent

6. Hard-working

7. Married late, or had children in their later years.

8. Good upbringing and good education

9. Married, had 3 or more children, but are well-driven- that's #1. (I just had to add this).

Some of us have on or two of the above. Many of us however, may belong to No.8. It's not too late, ladies.

I like how Anna W. describes successful people:

'People respond well to people who know what they want.'

------ Anna Winteir, Editor, Vogue

10 …I shall leave this up to you ladies.

Cheers,

Jen

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Very interesting Jen there is hope for me yet lol

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HI Katie, well, well, well, you're back and I'm back. I think we've got to stick like glue…lol! Seeya later, and thanks for stopping by.

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lol family matters took me away new twin grand children so now it has to be all about learning and working

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Interesting list. I know #8 helped me a lot in my career. My father also had a big influence on me. I guess "strong" falls under well driven?

Yes, you're right. Some women like me fall under 8 and 9, but still need to keep going, hence, I left no.10 blank. Thanks for dropping by.

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Thank you very much for posting this post specifically for us. It made me to feel special.

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Thanks, I do hope our guys here don't feel left out. I just feel we need more women out there to be leaders not just followers.

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No, didn't feel left out Jen, but I would like to hear a few definitions of "well driven" By self, by others, by circumstances, by outcomes etc. Cheers, Simon

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Thanks, Simon, I just felt even we're more in population, we are till far outnumbered by men in terms of leadership positions. For me the word 'driven' means, I'd do everything in my strength and abilities to reach my goals - no ifs, buts, anything negative to block me from going to this direction.

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Thanks Jen for that description, I really like the way you sound so strong about your strength and abilities. I for one wouldn't stand in your way, I reckon I'd get knocked over!! Go Girl!

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Very interesting....#'s 2 and 3.

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Hmmm, yes, a lot of influential women like Anna have been divorced, or are single. They appear intimidating by men, perhaps.

Absolutely!

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Thanks cookma54, way to go!

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I agree with Alan. :) I'll take 4-8....

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I agree with you, too, jmjoann58. Let's keep it going!

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Hey I am most of those things.... :)

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Oh, yes, I know!! Lol, I was just curious lately, as to why there are lesser number of women who reach the leadership/top management positions. Seeya later, Alan.

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Well I am the house mom so I guess it applies to me to eh?

I hate to sound politically wrong but men on the whole are a bit more competitive and aggressive could that be it? Also from my experience when women get to much power they get bossy its just not in there nature I don't want to bring on all the wrath of my lady friends but woman bosses are just a bit to emotional.. now I am going to hide!

Hide AlanCross - hide and stay there ... let me keep it at that.

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