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Scenario

How to Navigate Gender Isolation in Male Trades

I am the only woman in my plumbing crew and the guys make jokes that I try to laugh off but it is wearing me down and making me question if I belong here.

More people experience this than they realize.

What we've seen

Gender-based workplace hostility creates ongoing stress while challenging professional belonging and personal resilience in male-dominated environments.

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Worth thinking about

“Where Are You with Trades — Plumbing, HVAC & Mechanical?”

Peri

Peri can explain why this happens, help you decide if this is the right situation for you, and point toward the right journey or coach.

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