That makes no sense
I've been working at this car shop for a couple years now. For the most part I really like it, though the hours can be long. I know women don't usually work as mechanics, but it's what I enjoy. I've always felt like "one of the guys" up until recently, when everyone was going to hang out after work and I was told it was "guys only." I just don't know what I did wrong.
Women who work in a man's field have to be stronger emotionally than the men and other women.They face stuff at the job that other people don't.Doing this for a couple years and enjoying it means you are strong.You must have a guy friend there you can talk to to say what's up .I like to have a beer and watch the game also. Or give them a better choice like did you guys know they have 50 cent wings and new tv's at Shirleys bar.I'm heading there if anyone wants to join me.
don't take it personal, the average male talks crude rude and disgusting when he is sure that he will not offend present company, that and they tend to hang out in establishments that they probably would be embarrassed to have you know they frequent For me it's a blessing that I don't have the obligation of having to "enjoy" the company of co-workers, I've learnt that the job and recreational time show very clearly that most people are hiding behind a mask at work and can be truly ugly at times.
You have done nothing wrong, you are being an exception to the "caveman" mentality that mechanics are usually associated with and it probably makes them want your respect more then anything, hanging with the "boys" would probably make that hard to do. Be your awesome self do the job you love and if the boys want to be men and enjoy your company after work it will happen.
Why, is it that you done anything wrong maybe it's just guys time. Now what you do is suggest that everyone get together a few drinks one day and see what happens.
Try posting this on facebook more appropriate. .
Hello Jasmine, Being a woman doing what has always been considered a man's job, can be intimidating to them. They will let you know it too, by excluding you or singling you out. Some or most men, it's hard to tell a number, have a problem being equal to or feeling less than a woman. Do whatever it is that you enjoy, despite how men treat you. They will soon learn to get over their little male egos.
I don't think you did anything wrong necessarily. They might have been going to do something that would be uncomfortable or even offensive to you. Don't take this one personally.
They could have been going to a Strip Club and didn't want you to see them acting up. Don't take it personally, it's probably just Guys being Guys. I've also worked in the automotive industry. I'm more comfortable hanging out in the Garage than the Mall.
You are there to work,and how fortunate you are to have a job..You know there are people out there with real issues, it sounds like you're whinning..If that's your only problem then count your blessings.God i wish i had your problem.......smh
Jasmine, It's not you I worked in a lumber mill could do the works just as good and better then some. Lol... Men are Men don't take it personally they do just need there time separate from females no matter what the hats truth is men and woman can't be just friends primarily because men have that I must concor that mantallity. I know I have had that happen when I drew the line I was no longer a piece in the hunt and capture mantallity. They will start that whole ignoring thing they do so well. I know several will not agree and most likely be the men but. It's okay .Just do your own thing and be happy
Don't take it personally. Being accepted is important, but there are always going to be times you won't be invited. In real life not everyone gets a trophy. It's great to be "one of the guys", but there have to be times you would like to be seen as anything but one of the guys. So don't feel bad, or harp on it. Just continue to do best and be your true self!