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 […]
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 […]
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. […]
The economic outlook after COVID-19 is still shaky. A gender equitable jobs recovery needs some serious focus. Even though the situation continues, the economy in the United States is showing some signs of recovery. However Hispanic and black women are still left behind in the big picture, with many still unemployed after the wave of […]
A Manager’s Guide to Preventing Sexual Harassment at Work If you’re a manager at your workplace, it’s important for you to be aware of sexual harassment and how it can affect the company’s work environment. Subsequently you’ll be on track to formulate a plan to deal with and prevent it. What is sexual […]
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 […]
What Will You Do If the Rest of Your Coworkers Are Leaving the Company? If your coworkers are stampeding out the door, you may be tempted to join them and quit your job. In some cases, it could be an easy decision, like when your boss is dropping helpful hints about which of your […]
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 […]
A Useful Guide for Sharing a Home Office with Your Partner Does your house seem smaller since the pandemic started? Many families feel more cramped with 2 adults working at home, especially if you need to share your home office workspace with your partner. This may be the first time you’ve seen their work […]