How could I solve that?
Question:
I was hired with a male colleague. This male was given better training and was entitled to more tasks than I although we had the same job description. When I discussed this with my boss, he said that he prefers a male for these tasks. A year passed and I could prove efficiency. At the same time, the office needed to select regular staff among volunteers. Although we had a job interview and written exam, the management selected the most important person to the office and didn't much care for the exam and interview results. This person has become my boss as a result.
Although I proved efficiency and got lots of recognition, I feel too sad and insecure.
I think it's time for you to move on. You can't spend your life tilting at windmills. I would suggest going back to school--your writing skills could use some work, and you could pick up some skills that would place you in a more professional setting.
Unfortunately, if the promotion and hiring decisions are being made by the person who told you that he "preferred a male for these tasks" you may be fighting a battle that you can not win. It sounds like you will need to start looking for another job with another organization that is in need of someone with your background and skills. You other choice is to realize the limits that are there (due to that manager having those opinions) and either live with that or you need to find another job.
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