[Melody]

First, if you really think people are treating you with disdain or discriminating against you, I suggest you document everything. Each time your supervisor says something you think is condescending, each time you see the white guy being treated ‘better’ or with favoritism, etc., make a record of it. But be very careful that you aren’t seeing things that aren’t there. What makes you think you have an edge over the man they hired? You’re only 23; does he have more experience or education? Just make sure you’re not making mountains out of molehills, or no one will take you seriously when you do file a grievance or make a formal complaint.

Second, as a secretary, I resent the implication that secretarial work is menial or ‘remedial,’ as though what I do isn’t as important as what my boss does simply because I don’t rank right up there with him in the firm’s hierarchy. You need to learn to see each job in the company as part of the whole picture, and each person’s contribution as equally important to promoting what the company’s goal is. Once you get your mind around the fact that the cleaning lady is a person whose contribution is needed as much as that of the CEO, you’ll be well on your way to receiving the respect you think you deserve. Try to observe how everyone is treated – and how you treat everyone around you.

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Name : Melody, Gender : F, Race : White/Caucasian, Religion : Christian, Age : 40, City : Kansas City, State : MO, Country : United States, Education level : 4 Years of College,