heated conversation is bad enough, a reactive, emotional email turns into physical evidence of rash behavior. The ultimate manifestation of stereotypical female emotion -- crying -- is the one behavior that nearly every woman is both guilty of and advises against. "There's no crying in baseball ... or in the boardroom," said Mandell, "While it is natural, it can make us look weak." But don't get yourself down over needing a good cry. If emotions overwhelm in the workplace, go for an extended bathroom break and get out what ails you. If you're finding yourself doing this every day, it may be an indicator to examine your current work situation. 3. Organise and structure Whether you're working for yourself or someone else, having your own personal structure to a day is a huge help in making strides toward your goals. Roussel advises taking one step at a time and one day at a time, and not allowing yourself to be overwhelmed by larger, long-term goals. Writing a to-do list is a simple, satisfying way to tackle a day's objectives. Samira Asemanfar, founder of the Los Angeles-based high-end nail salon franchise Bellacures, caps off every evening by taking a look at her master to-do list and adjusting it. "I take an inventory of my to-do list," she said. "What did I accomplish today? What do I need to accomplish tomorrow and in what order? It's hard to think about this early in the morning." Whether your schedule is set for you