The male variety is usually harried and under a great deal of self-imposed pressure, hence the quick movements, the stolen glances at the watch, the tousled hair and the underfed look. His female counterpart is much more self-possessed and often cuts a forbidding figure in her sensible black shoes and long grey pleated skirt. Other marks of identification are the swept-back hair, the sawn-off spectacles, the single row of cultured pearls, the carefully pared pencil and the black clipboard. You just know at a glance she has every intention of making the thing run as smoothly as possible.
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johnpoetflanagan 
Ho Ho!! Really super!
Rajiv
Thank you
Best wishes
john
How accurately observed – but why is this so true? Perhaps because men feel less protected by their outfits and more exposed by their words? You’ve got me thinking now!
Thank you
Chris
for this fine comment,
much much appreciated
Ever
john
I see her so clearly John ….and am wondering too just what Chris brought up …I want to read more of your fine writing …is she a character from your novel ?
Sending good wishes always with love
Meg
Thank you
thank you very much
Big hugs
john
‘in her sensible black shoes and long grey pleated skirt.’
you are so accomplished at putting words together.
Gavin
Thank you very much for your generous response
My best
john
This is what I love most about this type of man. His inability to hide himself. Enduring and real. Loveable. Off topic, but what a great satisfaction found in your window of thoughts. Thank you, jf
Such a fine response
Audrey
Thank you so much
Always
jf
Precise descriptions, John…you’ve keen eyes…:-)
Maniparna
Thank you very much
My best to you
John
Brother John – I’ve seen these people often over my career as an educator.
Brother David
Thank you, and thank you for the share of experience
Much love to You and Diane
Your Brother
john
Dear John, love this imagery very much, I see her now in her chunky shoes, of course she probably has to try harder *)
Much love and hugs!
Holly
Yes, she probably has
Dear Holly
and usually gets the job done much better
Thank you.
Big hugs
john
Reblogged this on ' Ace Friends News ' and commented:
Great post John … I have met both types of women in mamgement those you describe in your post and today’s well groomed and empowered and found as you say that your description fits better … I used to call these women super efficient and organised … Pencil and clipboard not iPhone and pad … It truly is a very different world of coordinators today … Ian āļøšš
Ian
Thank you very much
Always
john
As always it’s a pleasure …Ian š
So glad I came in to see what work I missed Uncle John. Oh my does this take me back a bit as I used to speak at conferences and at times was also the conference coordinator – such memories and yes you paint the precise image of her world. Not only did I smile, but I was awash with places and times that have been locked away for ages. Another great piece that I hope turns into a short series ~ Texas hugs from Miss Mary
Miss Mary
Thank you very much
biggest hugs
uncle john
Keen observation John! Indeed, composure and focus go a long way. Through all my years in a hugely demanding profession I think I’ve seen it all! I have seen a tremendous shift in male and female numbers in my thirty years in real estate management. The numbers still weigh heavy on the male side but that is changing.
Ultimately, the individual who masters the focus and un-jaded perspective along with critical efficiency best practices survives the dangers that lurk in the jungle, even, and especially, in the brutal business world.
As always, wonderful to engage in your perspective.
Such a fine response
Don, Friend
Thank you
Ever
john
I like Audrey’s response (above). “Looking the part” goes a long way toward convincing ourselves we are capable — no matter the role. It’s all part of the game.