You do the work. You deliver results. You solve problems, support others, and keep projects moving.

And yet, somehow, it feels like no one really sees you.

It’s not that your contribution isn’t valuable; it’s that it’s not visible. Your name isn’t mentioned in key conversations. Your ideas don’t always get the credit they deserve. Opportunities pass by without your input being sought.

For many women, this is a familiar reality. It’s not because they lack talent or drive. Often, it’s the result of a mix of external bias, unspoken workplace norms, and internalised beliefs about how we “should” show up.

The good news? Visibility is a skill you can develop. And when you do, you don’t just change how others see you, you change how you see yourself.

There are a few reasons why women’s contributions can fly under the radar.

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