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How Asian women can respond to bias at work

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Asian women often face stereotypes at work—from assumptions that they are quiet or submissive to being overlooked for leadership roles.

While it’s not your responsibility to fix biased systems, responding strategically can help challenge those assumptions and reinforce your credibility.

In this video, we share practical ways to push back effectively: asking clarifying questions, reframing stereotypes in the moment, setting boundaries, and building support from trusted colleagues and allies.

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