A female mechanic has gone to lengths to ensure women and non-binary people feel comfortable and at ease whenever they have car troubles. The 25-year-old used to be “anxious” when she needed assistance, and male-dominated repair shops were the only thing available, so she started her own business.
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Zoe Cog, from Manchester, UK, created a safe space for women to look for car assistance, a repair shop she called AutoCog. Although she started out as a receptionist in the industry, she became a mechanic herself. It was then she realized women constantly felt anxious about entering male-dominated repair shops, fearing discrimination or belittling.
“I’ve been the girl on the other end, worried about walking into places like garages and feeling anxious, and although it’s never easy, I like to think I’m an approachable, friendly female who has created a place where you can walk in and feel at ease, regardless of your gender,” she said in an interview.
“I get pleasure out of taking the pressure off the girls and can give as good of a service as any male-owned garage, but also build trust with the people I’m working with,” she added.
The response to Autocog surpassed all expectations, according to her. “Honestly, the response to my garage has been phenomenal and beyond anything I’d ever expected. It’s been an incredible rollercoaster. I’ve had so much support and positive feedback from not just women but also some incredible words from men,” she revealed.
She continued, mentioning how some feedback also proved why a female-owned repair shop was much needed. “Although some of the comments have proved why such a place was needed for us women — that’s for sure. I’ve had people question my ability to do the job as a woman, but I don’t let it get to me,” she said.
Many women are all about fighting gender stereotypes, and inspiring stories come up every day online. An excellent example is Edine, a young woman who stopped removing facial hair and shared how it has changed her life with the world.
17 Tricks That Celebrities Use to Look Unique in Photos
Celebrities often make the same movements on the red carpet: confident gait, neat smile, graceful pose. But some celebrities have their own unique tricks that make their photos recognizable.
Anya Taylor-Joy’s open mouth
Nicole Kidman’s signature greeting gesture
Jennifer Lawrence’s signature eye makeup
Anne Hathaway’s love for mini handbags
Helena Bonham Carter’s win-win photo pose
Emma Stone’s revealing necklines
Cate Blanchett’s accentuated shoulders
Jessica Chastain’s folded arms
Jennifer Aniston’s love for outfits with pockets
Margot Robbie’s fiery cheers
Blake Lively’s ability to combine shades of gold and blue in her outfits
Natalie Portman’s strapless outfits
Kate Moss’ feathered outfits
Elle Fanning’s open smile.
Paris Hilton’s favorite red carpet pose
Jenna Ortega’s love for lace outfits
Jenna Ortega’s love for lace outfits
Jenna Ortega’s love for lace outfits
Millie Bobby Brown’s spectacular gestures at premieres
that have transformed slightly with age
And here are some celebrities who walked the red carpet without wearing makeup. Check it out.
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