Mansplaining

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Every so often, I tell the people who call me for help that I have no fucking idea how to fix their problem. I don't typically use that terminology, since it's frowned upon, but the sentiment is there.

"However, because I sound like I know what I'm talking about, that's all you're really after."
"It is?"
"Yep. Reassurance that it's in good hands. Even though it totally isn't in any hands right now."
"Ummmm..."
"So I am going to throw this at somebody else who can actually do something about it."

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[angledge.livejournal.com]

I am a woman currently overseeing a crew of 18-22 men, & reporting to male-only client representatives.

When I am reporting results or outlining a schedule, I drop my voice into the lowest register that still sounds natural for me. I have found that this gets my ideas taken more seriously.

When I need assistance, I use my usual range. This brings manly assistance.

[etcet.livejournal.com]

That's... both fascinating and disappointing. *boggles*

I apparently just naturally sound like I know what the fuck I'm talking about, which gets inconvenient when I'm, you know, standing around in Target and have no idea where the housewares section is and someone thinks I work there and can tell them where to find the towels (true story).