Modern Rules for Women Supporting Other Women at Work More than 25% of women are considering downshifting their careers or leaving the workforce completely an effect of the pandemic. As a result, Women supporting other women at work is one way to protect gender equity and help women deal with growing challenges. So says […]
It’s still going to take more than 100 years to reach gender parity Last week part one of this topic explored how changes in political representation and management teams have seen some success on tilting the balance toward achieving gender parity. So it seems to be working at the top… … but at the lower […]
Gender parity matters because… Believe it or not economies and the societies supporting them need gender parity as a part of their overall health. Major factors like competitiveness, future-readiness, and growth have a global impact. Therefore, businesses and economies alike see the effects, based on the development and employment of half the available talent pool […]
11 Ways to Handle a Bossy Coworker That Make You Look Good We’ve all had that one person at work who just rubs you the wrong way from day one. You know the one. The bossy coworker who acts like they actually are your boss? Maybe they issue orders or dominate department meetings. Perhaps […]
Dealing with the Critics in Your Life Whether you’re trying to save the world, lose 20 pounds, write a novel, or master a video game, there will be at least one person in your life trying to drag you across the coals for it. These tips can help deal with even your worst critics. […]
Getting that promotion at work may not be as far fetched as you think. So, you’ve been working in the same position for over a year and no one has said anything to you about a promotion or increase in pay. There could be many reasons for a company not giving you a promotion or […]
5 Effective Strategies for Dealing With Your Weaknesses We all have weaknesses. Some of us have a challenging time to identify or admit to them, and some of us do a poor job of dealing with them. Others appear to have no weaknesses, because their weaknesses are never exposed. Your weaknesses can be a big […]
What’s scarier than spiders and high places? For many adults, the answer is public speaking, like having to give a presentation for work or at an event. According to the National Social Anxiety Center, more than 70% of Americans have at least a mild case of glossophobia, otherwise known as fear of public speaking. […]
3 Unconventional Roads to Finding Your Dream Job Are you looking for a career that will give you a sense of fulfillment, as well as a paycheck? You might get lucky and find your dream job through your current network or a job board. However, you might have to put more thought into […]
The Secret to Having a Greater Impact at Work Do you pride yourself on meeting the expectations in your job description and completing tasks on time? That’s a great start, but it’s important to go beyond just fulfilling your job requirements if you want to stand out at work and truly make an impact. […]
Sending feedback regarding your work situation seems benign on the surface. Giving feedback to your boss can be scary. You may be concerned about damaging your relationship or even losing your job. On the other hand, many bosses will appreciate your input, especially if you have sincere intentions and skillful communications. An emotionally intelligent […]
Many working women have a hard time getting ahead in the workplace because they are reluctant to brag. You may feel conflicted when you would like to celebrate your victories, but you want to avoid coming across as arrogant. A Brigham Young University study confirmed that social norms about modesty tend to hold working women […]