When men hold the greater majority of all professional positions of power, it is impossible for a woman to advance her career without the support of men.
Over the years, I have created close friendships with many successful men, many of whom I have made a lot of money for through deals that I brought to them or business counsel that I have provided.
Men, if you are in a position of power or authority, please respectfully continue to mentor and work with talented individuals and those with promise, regardless if they are men or women.
I have been working in male-dominated industries most of my life. When I started my career in investment banking, I was one of two women in my analyst class.