For this reason, the best way to reveal something of yourself to a woman is to relate a story that illustrates the strong points of your character. You'll lose all credibility if she probes you for details. Likewise, if she asks you about the type of work you do, you can take the self-absorbed approach by giving her a lengthy description of your job and your professional accolades and accomplishments. Or you can begin the verbal seduction by telling her briefly what you do, and then telling her how much you enjoy your work maybe even because of some positive way in which it impacts your customers, society, the environment, or whatever. Just don't lay it on too thick.
Most women are sharp as razor blades when it comes to detecting bullshit.