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# Executive Woman Media

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- [Future of Work with Catalyst: Emily Troiano & Alix Pollack ](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/future-of-work-with-catalyst-emily-troiano-alix-pollack/) - Talk to Us: Creating a Culture of Conversation at Work Emily Troiano, SHRM-SCP, is vice president, Knowledge & Solution Design, Catalyst. Alix Pollack is vice president and head of Solution Development, Catalyst. ------------- As people’s beliefs and values grow more divergent, leadership requires more courage than ever to engage in real conversation. Dialogue is a critical
- [Your Well-Being: To Drink or Not to Drink?](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/your-well-being-to-drink-or-not-to-drink/) - Recent studies show that even moderate alcohol consumption may not be healthy By Leslie Pepper Have you been enjoying a daily glass—or two—of wine, thinking you’re doing something good for yourself? That’s not surprising, as for years, Americans have been getting the message that moderate drinking is healthy for your heart. But the paradigm on alcohol
- [Travel Snafu or Two?](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/travel-snafu-or-two/) - Here’s how to manage the inevitable bumps in the road during business travel By Carrie Kirby Olivia Rebanal was sure there was no hope, but she ran anyway. More accurately, she hobbled. Coddling an injured foot, the frequent traveler rushed across American Airlines’ busy terminal in Charlotte, North Carolina, only to find—as she had expected—that the
- [Balancing Act: Value Proposition](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/balancing-act-value-proposition/) - Six ways to make sure a company’s values mirror your own By Jaclyn Greenberg A few months into Karen Hewitt’s employment as a recruiter in the service industry, her boss was let go. The boss, who was chief people officer—and someone Hewitt respected—was laid off along with several other women leaders as part of company restructuring. “It
- [Wealth Mindset: Avoiding Cybercrime in the Age of AI](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/wealth-mindset-avoiding-cybercrime-in-the-age-of-ai/) - Deepfakes, Romance Scams, and Calendar Phishing, Oh My! By Sara J. Welch Anmol Agarwal was flattered —but a little suspicious too. The telecom executive had just received a LinkedIn request from “Melissa Lambot,” a writer for Influential Women magazine looking to feature Agarwal as a “trailblazing woman” in an upcoming issue. Lambot wanted to schedule an online interview, but
- [Anatomy of … a brainstorming meeting: Idea Bounce](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/anatomy-of-a-brainstorming-meeting-idea-bounce/) - Before the meeting Decide on the right participants. A diverse set of participants helps ensure you have different perspectives. Select someone who is impartial and organized to facilitate and keep track of time and ideas. Send out an agenda in advance. If team members see the topic at hand in advance, they can begin formulating their
- [Shortcuts: How to Avoid Procrastination](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/shortcuts-how-to-avoid-procrastination/) - Why do we procrastinate? Fear, anxiety, stress, and perfectionism can all play a role, researchers say. If you’re one of the 20 percent of people who are chronic procrastinators, consider these research-tested tips when you catch yourself putting off your next project. Make it a sprint, not a marathon. Set an alarm to work on the
- [Hot List: 10 Jobs Companies Will Be recruiting for in 2030](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/hot-list-10-jobs-companies-will-be-recruiting-for-in-2030/) - Wondering whether you’re in a career that’s poised for growth? Here are 10 positions in a wide range of fields that hold plenty of promise. Customer Experience Specialist These professionals ensure that customer interactions are as seamless as possible, and look for new ways for a company to improve client retention. Knowledge of such subjects
- [The Office: When Your Direct Report Is Your Friend](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/the-office-when-your-direct-report-is-your-friend/) - Dear Executive Woman: A very good friend of mine, who had been a colleague, is now my direct report. How do I manage her without losing an important friendship or giving the appearance of favoritism? Signed, Furtherance or Friendship? Dear Furtherance or Friendship? First of all, congratulations on your new position! Every promotion comes with challenges.
- [FOUNDER: Honoring a Legacy and Saving Lives](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/founder-honoring-a-legacy-and-saving-lives/) - Channeling tragedy into a new sense of purpose by Tamara E. Holmes For Kathryn Cross, the year 2021 was transformative, to say the least. Her 19-year-old brother, Andrew, passed away in February of that year, following a battle with cerebral palsy. She would sometimes wonder whether he could have been saved, since her family discovered
- [The Pros and Cons of Long-Term Care Insurance](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/the-pros-and-cons-of-long-term-care-insurance/) - When and Whether to Get It, and What Happens When You Don’t Have It By Giulia Pines When my father was diagnosed with Lewy body dementia in January of 2020, it took us months to process what this would mean for our family, our future, and our finances. After discussing the situation with his doctors, we
- [Don’t Fence Her In](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/dont-fence-her-in/) - Hard news? Sports? Celebrity interviews? Entertainment Tonight host Nischelle Turner can do it all. By Jackie Krentzman Growing up an only child on a farm in Missouri where her family raised pigs and kept horses, Nischelle Turner was not an obvious candidate to become a media star. Not only was she a farm kid, she
- [Rebel with a Cause](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/rebel-with-a-cause/) - As CEO of Rebel Girls, Jes Wolfe helps girls see themselves as strong, smart, and capable By Kimberly Olson In her younger years, Jes Wolfe was a competitive swimmer. She sometimes swam 30,000 meters—more than 18 miles—in a day. Pushing herself to achieve made her feel strong and confident, feelings that spilled over to other aspects
- [Power Trip: It’s in the Cards](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/power-trip-its-in-the-cards/) - In the market for a travel rewards card? Here’s some expert advice. By Sara J. Welch Dear reader, I have a confession to make. I don’t have a travel rewards card, even though I’ve been a travel writer for over 20 years. When I was a full-time travel reporter, I used to go someplace new every
- [Finding Mental Health Resources](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/finding-mental-health-resources/) - To Your Health The landscape of mental health care has shifted as more individuals and companies recognize the importance of tending to mental well-being By Nora Isaacs The pandemic wreaked havoc on our individual and collective sense of safety and well-being. Whether they were experiencing sickness, loss, anxiety, depression, or isolation, few people were left untouched
- [Take the Lead: Setting Clear  Goals](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/take-the-lead/) - Seven Ways to Increase Your Team’s Commitment to Company Goals Team members who show up to work fully engaged are more motivated and productive By Carolyn M. Brown Setting clear company goals is crucial for business success. Goals provide direction, focus, and motivation for the entire organization. Goals also help leadership prioritize resources, improve efficiency, and
- [Accelerate: Caught in a Double Bind](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/accelerate/) - Bias can work from various directions against women. Use these strategies to help quell it. By Kimberly Olson Zoë Gamble, president of CleanChoice Energy, recalls meeting someone at a conference who said to her, “I’ve heard you’re ruthless.” “I’m thinking, ‘ruthless?’” she says. “That is not the word I’d use to describe myself. I’m a deeply
- [Tech Forward: Kateau James](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/tech-forward-fostering-inclusivity-and-innovation/) - Fostering Inclusivity and Innovation Kateau James harnessed her fascination with technology—and staunch determination—to rocket to the pinnacle of her profession as Global Chief Information Officer at McKinsey & Company. By Carlett Spike Kateau James was a curious kid. At 14, that curiosity led her to take her first computer programming class, which became the starting
- [Power Suit: Dr. Christal Morris](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/power-suit-tough-love/) - Tough Love Milliman’s SVP Dr. Christal Morris advocates for tough self-talk to power a career By Janet Heit Dr. Christal Morris, Milliman’s SVP and global head of diversity, equity, and inclusion, has sought out leadership positions since her earliest days. She attributes this inclination to her beloved late mother, who’d paved her own path from teacher
- [Toni Townes-Whitley: Service First](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/toni-townes-whitley-service-first/) - SAIC CEO Toni Townes-Whitley was raised to prioritize service. Today, that includes serving as a role model and guide for aspiring women leaders. By Jackie Krentzman When the $7.5 billion technology and defense contracting firm Science Applications International Corporation (SAIC) named Toni Townes-Whitley as CEO in 2023, she became the first Black woman to lead a Fortune
- [The 2025 Power 100](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/the-2025-power-100/) - Female Leadership Making an Impact Meet 100 exceptional women leaders who are making their mark by Eddie Lee & Carolyn M. Brown Executive Woman is shining a light on talented, high-potential women leaders with this fourth annual Power 100 list. The list highlights 100 extraordinary women on the fast track to top executive ranks and
- [Your Well Being: One Thing at a Time](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/your-well-being-one-thing-at-a-time/) - Why you should stop multitasking—and four simple habits that can help you quit By Bev Lucas Have you seen my keys? I can’t believe I missed the meeting—I thought it was next week! His name is on the tip of my tongue. Where are my glasses? (Hint: Check the top of your head.) If you keep
- [Power Suit: Debra Fields](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/power-suit-debra-fields/) - City of Hope’s EVP Debra Fields on trusting your instincts, EQ, and the importance of culture By Janet Heit Debra Fields attributes her family’s frequent moves during her childhood to helping her become resilient and adaptable. But it was her father—a rabbi she describes as brilliant, compassionate, and people-focused and who had Type 1 diabetes—who instilled in
- [From Corner Office to CEO of Everything](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/from-corner-office-to-ceo-of-everything/) - Women who traded corporate C-suites for self-built empires By Nia Brown Women are redefining power, moving from wielding influence within institutional systems to creating entirely new ones. These C-suite women are leaving their prominent corporate roles to create businesses that align with their values and vision. Rather than climbing someone else’s ladder, they are building their
- [Action Plan: Google's Melonie D. Parker](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/16410-2/) - Action Plan Google’s Melonie D. Parker has forged a remarkable career by parlaying people-centered leadership into transformative results. by Jackie Krentzman When Melonie D. Parker was 15, she got her first job at a grocery store in High Point, North Carolina. On Fridays, many customers used their paychecks to buy groceries, then received the remainder in
- [Fresh Insight: Rosina Racioppi](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/fresh-insight-rosina-racioppi/) - Mentors: The North Star of Career Growth and Development As president and CEO of WOMEN Unlimited Inc., Dr. Rosina Racioppi leads initiatives to help Fortune 1000 companies cultivate the culture and talent needed to achieve greater growth and profitability. A good mentor fully understands that for anyone to achieve success in business, relationships matter. As president &
- [Wealth Mindset: Solving the Retirement Gap](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/wealth-mindset-solving-the-retirement-gap/) - The disparity in retirement savings between women and men is significant—but it can be bridged By Melanie Lockert Angela Green Urbaczewski always knew saving for retirement was important and made it a priority. But her progress got derailed after a divorce. At the time of her separation, her two children were young, and she wanted to
- [Travel Savvy: Tipping Tips](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/travel-savvy-tipping-tips/) - Tipping is more confusing than ever. Here’s expert advice for navigating today’s service culture. By Erica Sweeney When checking out at a clothing store recently, Mariah Grumet was unexpectedly prompted to tip the sales associate. She decided to give $5 because she says she received “wonderful service.” Still, it was an unusual request, says Grumet, founder
- [The Office: Should I Be Honest inMy Exit Interview?](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/the-office-should-i-be-honest-inmy-exit-interview/) - Dear EW: I’m scheduled to have an exit interview before leaving my job for a new position at a different organization. How honest should I be? Signed, Truth or Lie? Dear Truth: Exit interviews can be stressful, particularly if a negative experience with the company or a manager has contributed to your decision to change positions.
- [Shortcuts: How to Set Clear Goals](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/shortcuts-how-to-set-clear-goals/) - You’ve probably heard of SMART goals: Specific, Measurable, Achievable, Relevant, and Timely. However, other goal-setting acronyms may be even more helpful. Here are two to consider. 1. Be FAST rather than SMART Some critics of SMART goals say that they focus too much on individual performance and don’t value ambition. MIT Sloan School of Management researchers
- [Balancing Act: Create Your New Blueprint](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/balancing-act-create-your-new-blueprint/) - With many companies now setting return-to-office policy, employees are charting a new normal by Terri Huggins Hart Sue Edinger, chief of operations at Inns of Aurora, did the seemingly impossible—she kept the business afloat and morale high throughout the transition to in-office work as the COVID-19 pandemic waned. And she did it without laying off any resort
- [Accelerate: Principles to Grow by](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/accelerate-principles-to-grow-by/) - In the quest for pay parity, here are five steps women can take to increase their earning trajectory By Janet Heit When Marilyn Loden coined the term glass ceiling in 1978, American women earned, on average, 60 cents for every dollar earned by white men. By 2022, that had increased to 82 cents for white
- [Women Changing the Game](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/women-changing-the-game/) - In 2025, leaders like these are showing the way The quest of women leaders to reach higher leadership positions, including the C-suite, has been a process of slow and steady over the decades. However, in recent years, that progress has, at least temporarily, stalled. According to a recent study by financial analytics firm S&P Global, the
- [Men at Work: The EQ Leader](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/men-at-work-the-eq-leader/) - Novartis Pharmaceuticals’ Marion E. Brooks believes that emotional intelligence is the No. 1 key to success By Camila Diaz As the vice president and US country head of diversity, equity, and inclusion at Novartis Pharmaceuticals and in his previous roles, Marion E. Brooks has successfully built and led award-winning teams in sales, marketing, training and development,
- [Tech Forward: The Technologist](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/tech-forward-the-technologist/) - Robin Ducot, SurveyMonkey’s CTO, on not thinking twice about being the only woman in the room By Pat Olson Running the engineering division of a technology company requires the ability to define a product vision and the expertise to lead a team. Robin Ducot, chief technology officer of SurveyMonkey, excels in these skills. Working closely
- [Take the Lead: The Glass Cliff](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/take-the-lead-the-glass-cliff/) - Many women shatter the glass ceiling only to face a corporate crisis. Here’s how to safeguard your career. By Kimberly Olson In January 2014, Mary Barra became CEO and chairman of General Motors, shortly after the company admitted that faulty ignition switches in some GM vehicles caused crashes and deaths. In 2018, JCPenney was struggling to
- [Future of Work with Catalyst: Jennifer McCollum](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/future-of-work-with-catalyst-jennifer-mccollum/) - Breaking the Silence on Menopause It’s time for employers to take action to support women during this life stage. When I turned 50, I was at the peak of my career as the first woman CEO of a global leadership firm. At the same time, menopause symptoms began to affect me, often during critical moments like client
- [Founder: Jessica Shelley](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/founder-jessica-shelley/) - Partnering with Parents in the Education Process New learning platform DailiesPods matches students with teachers best suited to meet their needs As a school teacher in a rural school district in Oregon, Jessica Shelley noticed that many parents were unsure how to best support their children’s academic success. “I saw how hard it was to engage
- [Hot List: Badass women bosses on the big and small screen](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/hot-list-badass-women-bosses-on-the-big-and-small-screen/) - Anyone who questions whether a woman can lead need look no further than films or television. These fictional lady bosses prove that women have the smarts and grit to excel. Badass boss: Miranda Priestly Movie: The Devil Wears Prada Meryl Streep’s Miranda Priestly, the demanding editor in chief of high-fashion magazine Runway, has a bark as bad as her bite. Badass
- [Data Driven: Is Technology the GreatEqualizer?](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/data-driven-is-technology-the-greatequalizer/) - According to a recent study, for every 100 men promoted to manager in 2023, only 87 percent of women were similarly promoted. But change may be coming. The study also suggests that technology can help level the field. Of the more than 40,000 hiring managers surveyed by global workforce solutions company Manpower Group for their
- [The Office: Is Talking Politics (or Religion) Ever a Good Idea at Work?](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/the-office-is-talking-politics-or-religion-ever-a-good-idea-at-work/) - Dear DW, I’ve noticed some of my colleagues talking about the upcoming elections. I know that in the past, talking politics and religion was frowned upon. Has anything changed? Signed, Politically Hesitant Dear Hesitant, You have good reason to feel uneasy about joining the conversation. Talking about politics can be OK if it ties into your job
- [Take the Lead: Unveiling Pay](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/take-the-lead-unveiling-pay/) - Salary transparency may help close the gender pay gap—and benefit companies along the way By Kimberly Olson Hannah Williams asks strangers to share their salaries and then broadcasts those figures to the 1.3 million followers of her TikTok channel, Salary Transparent Street. To date, more than 5,000 people—cloud engineers, roofers, attorneys, UPS drivers, marketing directors, even
- [Elite 100: Black Women Are Setting the Pace](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/elite-100-black-women-are-setting-the-pace/) - Diversity Woman pays tribute to Black women who are disrupting the status quo in executive leadership across industries both inside and beyond Corporate America By Carolyn M. Brown Black women continue to defiantly chip away at Corporate America’s concrete ceiling. For the third time in the past three years, a Black woman has taken the
- [Candi Castleberry: Embracing the Future](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/embracing-the-future/) - Amazon’s Candi Castleberry is on a mission to leverage machine learning to build inclusive products and experiences at Amazon—and beyond by Jackie Krentzman Imagine you are charged with packaging an Echo Frames device to ship to customers worldwide. How do you ensure that those who might be visually impaired have an accessible experience from the moment they open the package?
- [How to Empower Women](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/how-to-empower-women/) - Looking for a clear pathway to an inclusive and equitable culture? Cultivate and support the work of allies and advocates within your organization. By Carolyn M. Brown Allyship and advocacy are related but different—the former works on the individual level, the latter on the organizational—but both require action and accountability to be effective, says Amber
- [CEO Woman: Entrepreneurship Is in Her DNA ](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/ceo-woman-entrepreneurship-is-in-her-dna/) - As founder and CEO of luxury athletic-wear company Alala, Denise Lee has built a multi-million-dollar business By Pat Olsen Denise Lee funded her company at age 31 with help from friends and family. Finding success producing athleisure apparel that is at once stylish, comfortable, and high performance was a high bar for a new fashion brand,
- [5 Minutes with Gloria Goins](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/5-minutes-with-gloria-goins/) - Stay Open to Unexpected Opportunities Cisco Chief Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Officer Gloria Goins wanted to be a lawyer from the time she was six. She also aspired to become a judge. She’d achieved the first goal and was working toward the second when her father became terminally ill, so to stay nearby, she took a
- [Power Suit: Self-Awareness That Inspires](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/power-suit-self-awareness-that-inspires/) - CVS Health’s Tanya Clark Robinson is shaping culture and driving change By Lydia T. Blanco In a society where, as management consultant Peter Drucker said, “culture eats strategy for breakfast,” Tanya Clark Robinson is invested in fostering equitable environments where people can thrive through intentional connections. Clark Robinson, CVS Health’s SVP of Human Resources, joined
- [Accelerate: The Art of the Apology](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/accelerate-the-art-of-the-apology/) - When apologizing is the right thing to do, make it count By Janet Heit Sorry I’m late. I was in another meeting.” “Sorry. May I suggest . . .” “Sorry I’m talking so much.” Do these phrases sound familiar to you? Many women are so used to apologizing that they don’t think twice about it. However,
- [Anatomy of … an Idea Board: Juice your team’s creativity](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/anatomy-of-an-idea-board-juice-your-teams-creativity/) - Collaboration across an organization can turn a good idea into a great one. One tool that helps workplaces collaborate is the idea board, a visual representation of the creative thoughts and suggestions of the group. Idea boards can increase employee engagement, enhance team camaraderie, and improve the culture inside an organization, says Margaret Ricci, founder of
- [Balancing Act: The New Work-Life Balance](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/balancing-act-the-new-work-life-balance/) - Recent developments are making work-life balance more challenging By Carla Bell Between attacks on corporate DEI initiatives—a ripple effect of the Supreme Court ruling against affirmative action in higher education last June—and post-pandemic return-to-office mandates, there are mixed signals at the intersection of race, gender, and age, especially for Black women in the workplace. Diminished diversity,
- [Money Matters: How to Invest in Real Estate](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/money-matters-how-to-invest-in-real-estate/) - Looking to broaden your portfolio? Real estate can yield dividends and provide a hedge against a down economy. By Sheryl Nance-Nash When it comes to building your retirement portfolio, you don’t want your future resting solely on one investment vehicle. You may have a 401(k), but ideally, your investments will include a variety of ways for
- [Next: Zuriel Oduwole](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/next-zuriel-oduwole/) - Forging Equity for Women Through Education On a trip to Ghana from her hometown of Los Angeles when she was nine years old, Zuriel Oduwole noticed many young girls selling wares on the street. As they weaved in between cars to make sales and collect money, Oduwole had a realization about life for many girls in
- [CEO Woman: Reinventing Health Care in Bangladesh](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/ceo-woman-reinventing-health-care-in-bangladesh/) - Lawyer-turned-entrepreneur Sylvana Sinha marries tech with humanity to bring top-quality care to the country of her roots By Kimberly Olson While Sylvana Sinha’s family was visiting Bangladesh for the wedding of a relative, her mother needed an emergency appendectomy. Her mother was being treated at one of the best hospitals in the country, yet the surgery
- [Men at Work: We Are Family](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/men-at-work-we-are-family/) - Ecolab’s Dexter Davis has applied his earlier incarnation as a family therapist into leading with empathy By Jackie Krentzman When Dexter Davis was growing up in a majority white community in Columbus, Ohio, he played on his high school basketball team. But sometimes he did not have transportation to practice, which he worried would hurt
- [Busting Bias: The Superpowers of Gen Z](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/busting-bias-the-superpowers-of-gen-z/) - Gen Z ... is eager to make a lasting impact in companies that prioritize embracing their new perspectives. by Na’kia Channey The new generation of workers, Gen Z, brings fresh and innovative perspectives that are radically transforming workplaces today. The most racially and ethnically diverse generation, these qualities manifest in the workplace through a greatly heightened
- [Did a Machine Write This?](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/did-a-machine-write-this/) - Anatomy of … Using ChatGPT for Business Correspondence No matter what you think about artificial intelligence, it’s here to stay. ChatGPT, an AI-powered chatbot, creates text that can be used to craft business communications and, in the process, save you time. While you shouldn’t look for it to give you Pulitzer-worthy prose, ChatGPT is helpful
- [To Your Health: How to Live to 100](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/to-your-health-how-to-live-to-100/) - Eight ways to increase your chances to live long and well By Leslie Pepper Most of us are perpetually on the hunt for the fairy-tale fountain of youth—a pill, a meal plan, or even an exercise that will launch us into our 90s or beyond feeling healthy and happy. Unfortunately, the search for that fountain is
- [Power Trip: Tired of the Travel Grind?](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/power-trip-tired-of-the-travel-grind/) - Savvy travel pros share their recommendations on products that can ease the way By Carrie Kirby Robin Wilson-Beattie, a sexuality and disability educator based in the San Francisco Bay Area, took 45 trips by air last year. Since she has a disability that prevents her from walking long distances, Wilson-Beattie carefully choreographs her journeys. “I have
- [Latina Pioneers: Brimming with Talent](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/latina-pioneers-brimming-with-talent/) - Meet nine exceptional women who are just a sample of the many Latinas in the highest reaches of Corporate America leading the way into the C-suite by Lourdes Mola and Jackie Krentzman This special issue of Diversity Woman celebrates Latina women pioneers, starting with our cover subject, Rita Ferro, the remarkable president of advertising for
- [Future of Work with Catalyst](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/future-of-work-with-catalyst-3/) - We Must Ensure AI Drives Gender Equity by Nicole Jackson There’s no way around the increasingly invasive influence of artificial intelligence (AI) in nearly all aspects of our lives. As companies continue to embrace AI and machine learning, business leaders need to ensure this technology is used to even the playing field, not reinforce overt or
- [Fresh Insight: Restoring Trust in the Workplace](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/fresh-insight-restoring-trust-in-the-workplace/) - Establish a culture where transparency is the norm, not the exception. by Minda Harts In the ever-changing landscape of the modern workplace, trust is the invisible thread that binds teams together, enabling them to navigate the complexities of today’s hybrid work environment. Our new working normal is a vibrant cacophony of generations, cultures, and digital
- [Busting Bias: Publishing the ERA Now Is Essential](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/busting-bias-passing-the-era-now-is-essential/) - What if we’d had the Equal Rights Amendment in the Constitution for the past 50 years? by Zakiya Thomas As a Black woman in the United States, I’ve always known that my rights are precarious. The patchwork of laws intended to protect against discrimination isn’t enough. We need a foundation that can be guaranteed only
- [Stepping Out: Atlanta](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/stepping-out-altanta/) - By Eddie Lee With the third-largest concentration of Fortune 500 companies in the United States, Atlanta has long been an important corporate hub. But it’s not all business. Atlanta is also a bustling city with a vibrant culture, standout attractions, deep history, and distinctive dining. All of which means that a trip to the ATL
- [Shortcuts: 15-Minute Productivity Boosters](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/shortcuts-15-minute-productivity-boosters/) - Think you can’t do much in 15 minutes? Finding time for these quick tasks can help you get more done in the day. Take a brisk walk. A stressful work environment often leads to burnout. A 15-minute walk can lead to less stress and happier emotions. Go through email. Most people check their email too often, wasting
- [Fashion Trends: Summer 2024](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/fashion-trends-summer-2024/) - With everything you have to think about at work, you don’t need the added pressure of figuring out what to wear. If your wardrobe is calling for a refresh, pick up a few on-trend pieces this summer. Wide belts make a statement • Belts aren’t just functional pieces. They can flatter the figure, dress up an
- [Anatomy of … a Zoom Background](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/anatomy-of-a-zoom-background/) - Lights, Camera, Action It’s been three years since videoconferencing became an integral part of our work routines, and in that time we’ve learned a lot about how to maintain our professionalism in the virtual meeting space. But if you’re still worried about the impression your Zoom background is making on colleagues and clients, here are
- [Money Matters: Growing Your Nest Egg](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/money-matters-growing-your-nest-egg/) - Thinking about diversifying your portfolio beyond your 401(k)? Here are six investments to consider. By Tanisha A. Sykes In the United States, women outlive men. According to 2021 data from the US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, the average life expectancy for women is nearly 80 years, versus almost 74 years for men. However, women lag behind
- [Where Are They Now?: Andrea Grant](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/where-are-they-now-andrea-grant/) - Using conference connections to ascend the corporate ladder—and to give back Andrea Grant attended her first Diversity Woman Business Leadership Conference about 15 years ago. “I was 31, had just transitioned jobs, and was struggling as a special-needs parent,” she says. “I was excited and nervous about attending because I was still learning who I was as
- [5 Minutes with Smita Pillai](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/5-minutes-with-smita-pillai/) - Regeneron’s DEI Maestro by Tamara E. Holmes Smita Pillai is a globally acclaimed and multiple award-winning leader in the space of diversity, equity, and inclusion, with an accomplished career spanning life sciences, technology, financial services, and media. She is the chief diversity, equity, and inclusion officer for Regeneron, one of the world’s most innovative biotechnology companies.
- [Next: Young Entrepreneur Brittany Charlton](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/next-young-entrepreneur-brittany-charlton/) - Bringing Inclusion to Snacking When Brittany Charlton realized, at 18, that she had a peanut and treenut allergy, she didn’t want to be deprived of her favorite snacks. So the Toronto native came up with her own peanut-free recipes. A few years later, she decided to turn those and similar recipes into a business. “When I
- [Growth Mindset: Fighting to Be Heard](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/growth-mindset-fighting-to-be-heard/) - The complicated relationship between Black women and health-care providers by Mary Stutts Imagine being in a relationship in which you don’t believe you can trust your partner and feel unseen, unheard, and completely misunderstood. That is the relationship Black women have with health-care. To dissect the issue, we must face some stark realities. Black women experience
- [5 Minutes with Lori Spicer Robertson](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/5-minutes-with-lori-spicer-robertson/) - Advocating and Preparing for Change A chance meeting led then–communications executive Lori Spicer Robertson to make a major career pivot. “I met a chief HR officer for a regional bank and he said, ‘You seem perfect for the people-development space. I’d love for you to join my team,’” Robertson recalls. That moment, which she describes
- [Global Job Satisfaction](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/global-job-satisfaction/) - Etc. Happiness at work is not only influenced by what you do but where you live. That’s according to a new study that compares how working women from the United States, the United Kingdom, and Australia view their professional lives. Human resources platform HiBob surveyed 3,000 professional women —1,000 each in the US, the UK,
- [Stepping Out: Houston](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/stepping-out-houston/) - By Eddie Lee Long recognized as a leader in the energy industry, Houston is home to more than 4,700 energy-related companies, including 17 in the Fortune 500. But there’s another kind of energy that defines the city—its vibrant food, art, and culture scene, in large part driven by its diverse population. According to 2020 US census
- [Future of Work with Catalyst](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/future-of-work-with-catalyst-2/) - Frontline Women Are Being Left Behind Negin Sattari A gap exists between what women in frontline roles say they need and what employers provide. The world learned many important lessons during the pandemic, particularly that frontline workers are essential to a functioning society. As white-collar workers stayed home, frontline employees had the weight of the
- [Take the Lead: How to Help Your Direct Reports Succeed](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/take-the-lead-how-to-help-your-direct-reports-succeed/) - Four female leaders on how to lead with intention By Katie Morell Imagine standing next to a podium inside a conference room as 73 people file in and sit down, many of them visibly unexcited about being there. This was Linda Murray Bullard’s experience a few years ago, on her first day in a new managerial
- [To Your Health: Black Americans and Cancer](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/to-your-health-black-americans-and-cancer/) - Changing the Prognosis As cancer rates and fatalities dip for most Americans, Black people suffer disproportionately. Understanding the reasons is key to reversing this troubling trend. By Bev Lucas If you’re a baby boomer or gen X, there’s a good chance you remember when a diagnosis of cancer was a sign that death was probably just
- [Fashion Trends: Spring 2024](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/fashion-trends-spring-2024/) - DW Hot List Whether you’re back in the office or have eased into a hybrid schedule, your work wardrobe could probably use a rethink. We scoured the runways to identify pieces to get you fashion ready for spring. Oversized suits and blazers A spin-off of the winter’s oversized coat trend, the latest suits and blazers
- [Take the Lead: Gen Z Is Bringing “Main Character Energy”](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/take-the-lead-gen-z-is-bringing-main-character-energy/) - The new generation is redefining the workplace By Carrie Kirby Alma Klein, 47, enjoys managing a team that is about one-third generation Z. But she says she also has a list of “things they are comfortable with that would have sent me into a coma when I was a junior employee.” Things like broadly sharing their
- [Accelerate: Giving Back, Moving Forward](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/accelerate-giving-back-moving-forward/) - Volunteers make the world a better place—and they can see career benefits along the way By Kimberly Olson Have you considered pitching in at your local food bank? Becoming a weekend coach for a job-training nonprofit? Offering your social media skills pro bono to an environmental group? Volunteering for a cause you care deeply about has
- [Fresh Insight: Lifting as We Climb](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/fresh-insight-lifting-as-we-climb/) - by Merline Saintil When people first encounter our organization, Black Women on Boards (BWOB)—more than 200 senior executives shaping the future of boardrooms at the most innovative private and public companies—they are surprised to hear that we had no grand vision of launching a global organization, nor a five-year strategy plan mapping our next steps.
- [Celebrating Single Mothers](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/celebrating-single-mothers/) - The nonprofit I Am a Leader joined rapper and producer Metro Boomin’s eighth annual celebrity gala and fundraiser celebrating single mothers who are working women Research has shown that women are less likely to be offered a promotion after having had a child. For a single mother who must handle most caregiving duties on her
- [Power Suit: The Power of Purpose](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/power-suit-the-power-of-purpose/) - Driven by purpose, Diahann Billings-Burford, CEO of the nonprofit RISE, helps foster social change through the unifying power of sports By Jackie Krentzman RISE CEO Diahann Billings-Burford knows firsthand and deeply the power of intentionality. Growing up the youngest of three girls in Brooklyn, she faced an uncertain future. Like many of her peers, her personal
- [CEO Woman: Empowering People and Communities](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/ceo-woman-empowering-people-and-communities/) - DEI and cultural competency consultant Alisa Kolodizner on tackling diversity and inclusion in these challenging times By Ijeoma S. Nwatu For Alisa Kolodizner, everything comes down to community. A self-described collaborator and active communicator, Kolodizner settled in the United States as a refugee from Ukraine. She is now the co-owner, co-CEO, and managing partner of LCW
- [Shortcuts: 5 Delegation Mistakes—and How to Fix Them](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/shortcuts-5-delegation-mistakes-and-how-to-fix-them/) - Research shows that when you delegate tasks to direct reports, they experience higher job satisfaction, are more motivated to enhance their skills, and are more committed to the organization. If your delegating skills could use some improving, take heart. Here are some common mistakes and how to correct them. Mistake: Micromanaging How to fix it: Focus on
- [Young Entrepreneur: Tiffany Kelly](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/young-entrepreneur-tiffany-kelly/) - Next: Finding Success in the Creator Economy While working as a data scientist at ESPN, Tiffany Kelly noticed that video content creators were taking the Internet by storm at the same time that some long-standing ESPN franchises, such as sports talk radio show Mike & Mike, were getting canceled. She had a theory that those two
- [The Office: Is Texting Lingo Too Casual For Work?](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/the-office-is-texting-lingo-too-casual-for-work/) - Dear DW, Is it too casual to use texting language in emails, Slack, or Teams, or are there times when it is appropriate? Signed, Inclined to Text Dear Inclined, When people text, there is often a familiarity within the conversation that isn’t typically found in workplace emails. In a text, you’re more likely to use
- [Etc.: What Makes Women Leave a Job—or Not?](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/etc-what-makes-women-leave-a-job-or-not/) - Feeling underappreciated isn’t necessarily grounds for changing jobs. At least that’s one of the insights from a survey conducted in November 2023 by the Diversity Woman Network, a membership community for women leaders. When asked to name a negative aspect of their current job, • 42 percent of women leaders said they wanted to earn
- [A CEO Once Told Me I Was Not The Right Fit](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/a-ceo-once-told-me-i-was-not-the-right-fit/) - True Story. Nineteen years ago, I interviewed for a leadership role at a company. After meeting with several executives who wholeheartedly supported my candidacy, the CEO rejected me. He looked me in the eye and said, "Although you have impressive marketing and brand experience, I am afraid you are not the right fit." What he
- [My Corporate Story](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/my-corporate-story/) - By Pam Pryor Grace Upon graduating from college with a BA degree in Psychology, I couldn’t get a job without a secondary degree, so I went off to business school to obtain my MBA. Joining the workforce in corporate America – but not being a member of the “good old boys club” – presented its
- [Accelerate: Paying It Forward](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/accelerate-paying-it-forward/) - The Dos and Don’ts of Asking for a Raise By Janet Heit Sharanya Prasad,* a 32-year-old senior director at a media organization, did not ask for a raise at her prior workplace. Like many women, she believed the notion that the workplace was a meritocracy, that her excellence would shine through, and that her company would
- [Men at Work: A Remarkable Journey](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/men-at-work-a-remarkable-journey/) - From Honduras to Boston to the NFL, State Street’s Paul Francisco has parlayed his life experiences toincrease diverse representation and foster inclusion By Jackie Krentzman When State Street Senior Vice President and Chief Diversity Officer Paul Francisco was 17, he traveled with his family from Honduras to the United States to visit relatives and go Christmas
- [Chief Troublemaker](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/chief-troublemaker/) - Female Quotient Founder Shelley Zalis is out to close the gender gap one moonshot at a time By Jackie Krentzman “Shelley doesn’t present research studies, issue white papers, or sit around in meetings. Instead, she gets it done.” —Linda Yaccarino, CEO of X (formerly Twitter) In 2013, Shelley Zalis was fed up. She was at a
- [5 Minutes with Tanya M. Odom](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/5-minutes-with-tanya-m-odom/) - The Diversity of Giving When Tanya M. Odom, equity and inclusion program director for the Walton Family Foundation, was growing up, she never thought her academic successes reflected how smart she was. Instead, she saw success as the result of having been given an opportunity. “My mother would say, ‘It’s about access and opportunity,’” and tell
- [Power 100: Female leadership matters](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/female-leadership-matters/) - Meet extraordinary women leaders who are making their mark by Eddie Lee & Erin Chan Ding Ensuring women hold leadership positions—in business, politics, and the community—is so important to a thriving society that the United Nations (UN) has made it a focus under its goal of achieving gender parity and empowering all women and girls. “Women’s
- [Power Suit: The Superpower Behind Diversity](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/power-suit-the-superpower-behind-diversity/) - Amazon’s Mamar Gelaye says the diversity she brings to the playing field is what propelled her forward By Carlett Spike Mamar Gelaye’s love of technology started at an early age. So when Amazon approached her to fill the role of vice president of robotics strategy, she knew the position was a perfect fit. When she joined
- [Future of Work with Catalyst: It’s Up to Leaders to Stop Workplace Racism](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/future-of-work-with-catalyst/) - by Joy Ohm The US Supreme Court decision in June to reject affirmative action in college admissions was also a blow to corporate diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives in US companies. It’s now more important than ever to recognize that racism is a real and present issue in workplaces, not just in this country but across
- [Money Matters: Don’t Hit the Panic Button!](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/money-matters-dont-hit-the-panic-button/) - Here’s how to understand the recent rise in interest rates—and navigate the impact of inflation on your pocketbook By Sheryl Nance-Nash The Federal Reserve announced a rise in interest rates in late July, after having hit the pause button in June on raising rates. The Fed also hinted that there could be more hikes before year-end.
- [Take the Lead: Gen Z Is Bringing “Main Character Energy”](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/gen-z-is-bringing-main-character-energy/) - The new generation is redefining the workplace By Carrie Kirby Alma Klein, 47, enjoys managing a team that is about one-third generation Z. But she says she also has a list of “things they are comfortable with that would have sent me into a coma when I was a junior employee.” Things like broadly sharing their
- [Women on Board=Outcome Stakeholders Expect](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/women-on-boardoutcome-stakeholders-expect/) - Fresh Insight Julie Castro Abrams We have entered the age of stakeholder activism in business. Investors are stepping up, saying, “Enough is enough,” and demanding companies do right while bringing a profit. Just look at Nia Impact Capital CEO Kristin Hull, who as an investor urged Tesla to create better business practices. It’s no surprise
- [Young Entrepreneur: Jada Mclean](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/young-entrepreneur-jada-mclean/) - Turning Solutions into Entrepreneurial Success For every problem, there’s a solution—and a dedicated entrepreneur can find that solution. It’s a philosophy that has guided Jada Mclean, 30, of San Francisco on her quest to make the world better while building a business and forging a professional path that she loves. Mclean first developed an appreciation for
- [Anatomy of … a good professional headshot](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/anatomy-of-a-good-professional-headshot/) - Lights, Camera, Action! “A headshot really acts as a gatekeeper,” says Shelley Golden, an image consultant and founder of Shelley Golden Style in Burlingame, California. “It can influence whether someone wants to know more about you.” Whether a headhunter is debating your suitability for a key role, a conference planner is considering you to deliver a keynote
- [Stepping Out](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/stepping-out/) - Washington, DC By Blessing Ntekume Perhaps more than any other city in the country, Washington, DC, is where history and culture—along with an awareness that consequential decisions are being made in nearby halls of power—combine to create an unforgettable experience for visitors. From iconic landmarks and leafy parks to world-class museums and jazz clubs, this city
- [Shortcuts](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/shortcuts-2/) - When Your Email Gets No Response The average response time to an email is 10 hours, 40 minutes, and 15 seconds, according to a 2021 study by email monitoring company EmailAnalytics, which is based in Olympia, Washington. During work hours, the average response time drops to 3 hours, 38 minutes, and 31 seconds. If a non-response
- [The Office](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/the-office-3/) - Regaining Trust after a Loss of Temper Dear DW, I lost my temper in a meeting. How can I regain my team’s trust? Signed, Short Fuse Dear Short, If it’s any consolation, you’re not the only one who has had this experience. In fact, more than half of employees have lost their tempers in
- [Versus](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/versus/) - Corporate Jargon We Should Retire The buzzwords we use may change over time, but the annoyance factor stays the same. Here are some of the most cringeworthy buzzwords from 20 years ago and their eyeroll–inducing counterparts today. —Tamara E. Holmes
- [DW Hot List](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/dw-hot-list/) - Strategies for Being a Better Listener When you use active listening skills, you not only hear what others have to say, but you also understand the message, tune into the speaker’s emotions, and have enough insight to provide feedback. Research suggests that managers spend 63 percent of the workday listening. Use these methods to make
- [We the People Are Resolved](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/we-the-people-are-resolved/) - Last week the Supreme Court delivered rulings that struck down two pillars of democracy in America. The rulings, one that overturned affirmative action in higher education and another that invalidated a Colorado anti-discrimination law that protected the rights of LGBTQ individuals, while expected, were still shocking. They will set back the steady rise towards equality
- [A Life in Full](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/a-life-in-full/) - Being uncomfortable is Amna Nawaz’s default mode by choice Pioneering PBS NewsHour co-anchor Amna Nawaz has reached the pinnacle of her profession by bringing her wholeself and an array oflife experiences to her work By Jackie Krentzman Named the co-anchor of the PBS NewsHour in January, Nawaz is the first Asian American and first Muslim American to anchor a nationally
- [Balancing Act:  Brave New (Work) World](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/balancing-act-brave-new-work-world/) - Here are the five biggest challenges working women face today—and how to overcome them. By Erica Sweeney Mornings and evenings are particularly demanding and hectic for Aliah Berman, global chief diversity officer at ad agency TBWA/Worldwide and the mom of three kids. “I’m running at full speed from the moment my day starts until I drop into
- [Etc.: Destigmatizing Mental Health in the Workplace](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/etc-destigmatizing-mental-health-in-the-workplace/) - Despite the fact that, because of the pandemic, companies began acknowledging the need to provide mental health services for employees, a stigma still surrounds mental health in the workplace, according to a recent survey. Nearly a third of women have taken a mental health day or time off for mental health reasons, yet only a quarter
- [Men at Work: Advancing the Cause](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/men-at-work-advancing-the-cause/) - Ryan Specialty’s Michael Blackshear is a DEI leader who knows that relationships are as important as data By Ijeoma S. Nwatu As a young Syracuse University graduate in upstate New York, Michael Blackshear decided to venture into the insurance world, and the result is a career spanning more than 30 years in professional financial services
- [Meet the Companies Setting the Standard](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/meet-the-companies-setting-the-standard-2/) - Vision, Action, Results By Erin Chan Ding Women have shifted their priorities when it comes to what they want from work. Even as the life-altering rhythms of the COVID-19 pandemic have subsided in the past year, millions of women have realized that work flexibility is not just a “nice-to-have” but an essential part of integrating
- [Accelerate: How to Take a Calculated Risk](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/accelerate-how-to-take-a-calculated-risk/) - Taking a risk can be scary. But avoiding taking a risk can hold back your career. Here’s how to make the leap successfully. By Lydia T. Blanco Being risk averse in the workplace and in business can cost more than people realize or bargain for. That’s especially true for Black women and other women of
- [Power Suit: Closing the Wealth Gap](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/power-suit-closing-the-wealth-gap/) - Fidelity Investments’ Pamela Everhart is on a mission to create economic mobility for all Pamela Everhart, a lawyer, never intended to work in finance. But when an attorney at Fidelity Investments reached out to recruit her, she agreed to meet. She loves connecting with people, after all, and quips that she didn’t want to turn
- [CEO Woman: Brain Quest](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/ceo-woman-brain-quest/) - As founder and CEO of biotech firm SiNON Nano Sciences, Afreen Allam aims to revolutionize treatment for neurological conditions By Anna Rappel When Afreen Allam and her sisters were kids, they loved using their imaginations to concoct potions in the kitchen. She admits that their “weird recipes” sometimes disappointed. But their experiments—the trial and error,
- [Who Are We?](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/who-are-we/) - What you should know about psychometric tests—and how they are being applied in the workplace By Kimberly Olson Skills and knowledge are key in the workplace. But personality traits—persistence, helpfulness, the ability to manage stress—also influence how well we fare in a role. To assess those traits, many companies use personality testing, a $2 billion
- [It’s Time to Close the Gender Gap. How?](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/its-time-to-close-the-gender-gap-how/) - Busting Bias To achieve equity in the workplace, we must understand how our actions or inactions amplify or support the systemic dynamics already in place. by Robin Pedrelli Despite progress made over the last decade, we’ve yet to achieve gender equality in the workforce. According to the World Economic Forum’s Global Gender Gap Report 2022, it
- [Supporting the Sandwich Generation](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/supporting-the-sandwich-generation/) - Fresh Insight by Maisha Gray-Diggs We are seeing a rise in multigenerational living and in the growth of the sandwich generation: middle-aged adults who are both raising children and supporting aging parents. According to data released in 2022 by the Pew Research Center, “Americans in their 40s are the most likely to be sandwiched between
- [The Pros and Cons of Investing Apps](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/the-pros-and-cons-of-investing-apps/) - What to consider before you press the buy button By Tanisha A. Sykes In the digital age, it’s easier than ever to invest. Today’s apps allow everyone, from neophytes to seasoned investors, to study investments, access market data, and manage portfolios. Experts say it’s never too late to start—but not all investing apps are created equal.
- [Stepping Out: Mexico City](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/stepping-out-mexico-city/) - By Cayla Mihalovich The vibrant capital of Mexico is one of the world’s largest cities, with more than 20 million people, or approximately one-sixth of the country’s total population. Mexico City provides a kaleidoscope of politics, culture, and rich history. But despite the vast breadth of the city’s geography and populace, the composition of quaint neighborhoods—from Condesa to the
- [Young Entrepreneur: Kiera Peltz](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/young-entrepreneur-kiera-peltz/) - Bringing STEM Education to All When 29-year-old Kiera Peltz attended a career fair during her freshman year at Brown University, she had every intention of scoring a valuable internship. However, about 75 percent of the employers were tech companies, and the political science major had never considered science, technology, engineering, or math (STEM) as a
- [Set Boundaries from Home](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/set-boundaries-from-home/) - Is working remotely wreaking havoc with your work-life balance? Here’s how to reclaim your personal time. Stick to a schedule. While it doesn’t have to be the traditional nine-to-five, be clear with yourself what your working hours will be. Just as you would shut off your computer at a designated time in the office, give
- [The Office](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/the-office-2/) - How Do I Safeguard My Ideas? Dear DW, One of my colleagues is constantly stealing my ideas and making it seem like they are his own. How do I work with someone who rarely contributes original thoughts yet gets credit for my work? Signed, Plagiarized Dear Plagiarized, When someone frequently takes your ideas, it shows
- [Versus: The New Food Wisdom](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/versus-the-new-food-wisdom/) - Finding it hard to keep up with the latest advice on healthy eating? Apparently researchers are too. Some foods and beverages were deemed healthy—until they weren’t. Others are now viewed more favorably than they were three decades ago. While there still isn’t consensus—and may never be entirely, as research is always refining knowledge—here are updates
- [Anatomy of … a Performance Review](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/anatomy-of-a-performance-review/) - Strategies to Ace Your Annual Job Checkup An annual review not only shows you what your manager thinks of your performance but can also set the stage for your career’s progression over the next year. Follow these steps to make sure you get the recognition—and support—you deserve. Be clear on expectations. Review your job description
- [Shortcuts](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/shortcuts/) - How Monotasking Boosts Your Brain—and Your Productivity While furiously multitasking can make you feel like you’re getting a lot done, it can lower productivity by up to 40 percent, researchers say. If you hope to cross items off your to-do list, here’s why monotasking—focusing on one task at a time—may be a better option. Monotasking
- [Fresh Insight: Getting a Seat in the Boardroom](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/fresh-insight-getting-a-seat-in-the-boardroom/) - While each board is unique, in general they are taking a more strategic and holistic approach to diversity. by Sachi Vora If you are an influential woman of color aspiring to join a corporate board of directors, now is the time for you to step up your efforts. And if you already hold a board
- [Balancing Act: Caught in the Middle](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/balancing-act-caught-in-the-middle/) - Increasingly, women are sandwiched—caring for an aging parent as well as parenting their own children By Nora Isaacs I am visiting my father in his home care, singing him songs and feeding him chocolate pudding. Yet my mind is elsewhere; I have exactly 10 minutes before I’ll be late to pick up my youngest child
- [The Office](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/the-office/) - Do I Have to Keep Up with My Boss’s Work Hours? Dear DW, The head of sales promotion at my firm is a self-proclaimed early bird, churning out emails at 7 a.m. Do I need to keep up to be seen as a team player? Signed, Late Bird Losing the Worm Dear Late Bird, It’s
- [COVID-19  Getting You Down?](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/covid-19_getting_you_down/) - With at least a partial return to normal on the horizon, it's time to get back in shape Click here to view the full digital copy of this issue. If you spent any time on social media in the last year, your feed was probably cluttered with friends consoling themselves with comfort food: macaroni
- [Our Male Allies](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/our-male-allies/) - If Black women are to advance in the workplace, they will need the assistance of their male allies—such as this outstanding group By Jackie Krentzman Black women recognize that they carry a burden of having to be twice as good as anyone else to get ahead. That understanding can instill a helpful sense of self-reliance,
- [Men as Allies](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/men-as-allies-2/) - Each company has its own unique programs and processes for promoting workplace inclusion and helping women crack the glass ceiling.
- [Executive MBA Programs](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/executive-mba-programs/) - Not everyone can take two years off work to go back to school full-time. Executive MBA (EMBA) programs let professional women pursue a master’s in business administration while juggling busy personal and professional lives. Some programs require monthly on-campus visits, and some are 100 percent online, while others take a global approach. Thinking about boosting your
- [Licensed to Jam](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/licensed-to-jam/) - El Brown: This founder of a music-based movement class has changed lives—including her own By Katie Morell It was late in 2008 when El Brown, a former teacher, came up with a business idea that would soon help thousands of children, land her on The Oprah Winfrey Show, and create jobs for dozens of women.
- [Female Workplace Badasses](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/female-workplace-badasses/) - Hollywood has a long history of films with powerful female characters in the world of work, from Rosalind Russell as intrepid reporter Hildy Johnson in His Girl Friday, to Melanie Griffith as Tess McGill in Working Girl, to Jessica Chastain as Elizabeth Sloane in the 2016 thriller Miss Sloane. (And if you consider "Amazon Warrior"
- [Choose Your Employer Carefully](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/choose-your-employer-carefully/) - Conversations with Catalyst: Katherine Giscombe, PhD A holistic approach to life can help women of color make decisions that will support both career growth and life goals. These days, creating a successful career path is fraught with challenges. Compared to even just a few years ago, workplaces are now much more technological and team-oriented, calling
- [Remembering Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/remembering-dr-martin-luther-king-jr/) - Today we remember the legacy that Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. left us. As we reflect on what has been accomplished in the years since his death let us also realize that there is still much to be done and that we have to be willing to be among those seeking to affect change.
- [Be Prepared](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/be-prepared/) - Savvy business travelers know to bring only carry-on luggage. But sometimes you need to check a bag.
- [Anatomy of … an Effective Recommendation Letter](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/anatomy-of-an-effective-recommendation-letter/) - Leverage Your Network A powerful letter of recommendation can propel a woman on the path to the C-suite. The recommendation reinforces the narrative she offers and the answers she provides in her interview or performance review (if seeking a promotion), says Kathleen Quinn Votaw, CEO of Denver-based recruitment firm TalenTrust. If you want to write
- [Money Matters: Estate Planning Basics—and Why You Should Act Now](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/estate-planning-basics-and-why-you-should-act-now/) - Getting your affairs in order can be daunting—but worth it By Pat Olsen When Victoria Pelletier, 46, a managing director at Accenture, and her wife divorced in 2010, Pelletier “gave her everything,” she says. During their marriage, the executive had borne two children, and post-split had tried to persuade her former spouse to draw up
- [Gender Equity Training Can Increase Racial Understanding](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/gender-equity-training-can-increase-racial-understanding/) - Only one in four workers believes their company cares about gender equity, and for women of color, equity is even more elusive. That’s according to The Gender Report, one of seven compilations of data to be unveiled in 2023 as part of a national survey titled Inclusion@Work. Researchers surveyed 1,255 workers who identify as either
- [POWER SUIT: Patty Juarez, The Doer](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/power-suit-patty-juarez-the-doer/) - By always staying positive and adding value, Wells Fargo EVP Patty Juarez has forged a remarkable and influential career path Wells Fargo & Company Executive Vice President and Head of Diverse Segments Patty Juarez has spent more than 28 years in commercial banking in various leadership roles. Currently, Juarez is responsible for developing and executing Wells
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- [CEO Woman: A Gem Shining Bright](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/ceo-woman-a-gem-shining-bright/) - Sheryl Jones, one of the few Black jewelers in Manhattan’s Diamond District, is making sure she won’t be one of the last By Lydia T. Blanco Ninety-five percent of diamond and gemstone businesses are third- and fourth-generation family owned, a world largely closed to outsiders. That didn’t deter Sheryl Jones, who, finding herself at a crossroads,
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- [Versus: Working Women’s Greatest Obstacles](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/versus-working-womens-greatest-obstacles/) - For working women, many challenges are so systemic, they are proving to take decades to solve. Here is a snapshot of some of the biggest hurdles women faced in the workplace in 2001 and 2021.
- [Why Women Leave](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/why-women-leave/) - Why do women leave their companies in search of greener pastures? A number of factors that companies can fix play a large role, according to Women in the Workplace 2022, the annual study by LeanIn.org and Mc- Kinsey & Company. For this latest survey, more than 40,000 employees from 333 organizations shed light on why women
- [The Triumph of Telecommuting](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/the-triumph-of-telecommuting/) - A growing number of companies are offering telecommuting and remote work options—and that’s especially good news for women By Kimberly Olson A few years ago, attorney Caroline C. Maxwell was working at her firm’s Dallas office, mainly collaborating with a team in Washington, DC. When those colleagues left the firm for Porzio, Bromberg & Newman PC, they
- [Your Second Act](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/your-second-act/) - Returnship programs and open-minded companies spell a positive trend for people who’ve taken a career break By Katie Morell A little more than six years ago, Rita Kakati-Shah excitedly walked into her boss’s office in New York City to deliver the news of her first pregnancy. She was expecting the conversation to start off with congratulatory remarks
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- [Burned Out? You’re Not Alone.](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/burned-out-youre-not-alone/) - The triple whammy of the pandemic, working from home, and juggling other responsibilities have left many women at the end of their rope. Here’s how five professional women—and their very different companies—learned to adjust. By Erin Chan Ding She knew it would all be too much. Right at the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic in March
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- [Etc.: Wait, Where Was I?](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/etc-wait-where-was-i/) - DEI Challenges Spill Over into Hybrid Environment Working from home a few days a week may sound appealing, but there could be a cost Nearly 6 in 10 women who work in a hybrid environment say they have been excluded from meetings and interactions, according to Deloitte’s Women @ Work 2022: A Global Outlook study. The survey
- [5 Minutes with Aida Sabo](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/5-minutes-with-aida-sabo/) - Fulfilling a Sense of Purpose Aida Sabo, global head of diversity and senior vice president for biopharmaceutical company Parexel International, knows how uplifting a diverse and inclusive environment can be. Yet the child of Mexican immigrants recalls all too many incidents while she was growing up when diversity was not celebrated. Those experiences lit a fire
- [Soaring into the [Uncertain] Future](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/soaring-into-the-uncertain-future/) - Business travel is slowly heading toward pre-pandemic levels. But for some, the cost savings in video meetings may lead to a new normal. By Sara J. Welch Leslie Shannon, the Silicon Valley–based head of ecosystem and trend scouting for Nokia, has visited 70 countries for business. Until the COVID-19 pandemic shut the world down, she
- [Big Risks, Big Rewards](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/big-risks-big-rewards/) - Power Suit in the Executive Suite: Janice Dupré shares her journey from finance to HR, and the risks that made it possible By Carlett Spike Janice Dupré first realized the value of investing in people while she was a graduate student at the University of Texas. She vividly recalls the benefits of the mentoring and coaching
- [Connectivity Champion](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/connectivity-champion/) - Power Suit in the Executive Suite: AT&T executive Susan Santana has made narrowing the digital divide her life’s work By Erin Chan Ding AT&T’s Susan Santana attributes her professional life in part to Career Day in eighth grade at Southwest Middle School in San Diego, which is about an eight-minute drive from the US–Mexico border. Santana,
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- [The Pandemic Pay Cut](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/the-pandemic-pay-cut/) - The “she-cession” is shining a light on systemic workplace inequities—and addressing them could close the wage gap By Kimberly Olson For years, the gender pay gap in the United States had been narrowing. Then along came the COVID-19 pandemic. A confluence of factors—layoffs, businesses shuttering, lack of childcare—caused women’s workforce participation to plummet to a 33-year
- [The Future of Work](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/the-future-of-work/) - The pandemic has scrambled the workplace as we knew it. It’s time to start shifting to fit the workplace of the future. By Janet Heit “Human contact is so important to me,” says Dara Chapman, a case manager at a New York City social services agency, recalling the isolation she felt during the early months of
- [Growth mindset: Investing in Mentoring](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/growth-mindset-investing-in-mentoring/) - Organizational change requires intentionality. by Natalie Holder Mentoring can be a game changer for anyone set on success. The key is to find mentors who create a relationship built on trust with their mentees. These are the people who will give you the “beyond the brochure” view of your organization and help you navigate its
- [Shades of 1977–What the Heck Is Inflation?](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/shades-of-1977-what-the-heck-is-inflation/) - Here’s what you need to know By Sheryl Nance-Nash There hasn’t been this much buzz about inflation since the 1980s. When the Bureau of Labor Statistics reported in June that inflation was 9.1 percent, that was its highest level since the 12-month period ending December 1981, when it was 8.9 percent, as measured by the Consumer Price Index.
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- [Young Entrepreneur: Victoria Wilson](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/young-entrepreneur-victoria-wilson/) - Getting fired was one of the best things to happen to Victoria Wilson. When her first job out of college in marketing and communications unexpectedly ended on a sour note, the 30-year-old from Atlanta embarked on a journey of self-exploration. “I worked in event production. I worked in operations for an e-commerce brand. I even started
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- [Versus: Turning Failure into Opportunity](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/versus-turning-failure-into-opportunity/) - Brick-and-Mortar vs. Internet Sales While the pandemic led many consumers to shop online, don’t write off brick-and-mortar stores just yet. A 2021 study by Deloitte found that more than 60 percent of shopping still takes place in stores. What has changed is some of the categories consumers buy online. (In today’s hybrid work world, office equipment
- [Corporate Life Post-pandemic](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/corporate-life-post-pandemic/) - Return-to-Work Models Reflect Different Approaches As companies continue to reopen their offices, there’s no clear consensus on whether an on-site or remote workforce is the key to success. Many companies are trying to figure it out by offering a hybrid model, which blends the two. While 60 percent of managers believe that a full-time return-to-the-office
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- [Email RIP?](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/email-rip/) - As newer platforms like Slack and Microsoft Teams begin taking root, companies are beginning to rethink their reliance on email By Sheryl Nance-Nash Remember back in the 1990s when email was the best thing since penicillin? It brought the convenience of putting your thoughts together day or night and hitting the send button for instant delivery.
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- [Women of the Sea-Suite](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/women-of-the-sea-suite/) - Ever wonder why ships are called “she”?* Perhaps the answer can be found at Celebrity Cruises, the trailblazer in bringing on females to helm its cruise ships. by Jackie Krentzman When Celebrity Cruises’ Captain Kate McCue was 12 years old, her parents took her and her brother on a four-day cruise to the Bahamas. As
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- [Stepping Out: Boston](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/stepping-out-boston-2/) - By Giulia Pines Boston, the consummate college town and one of America’s great cultural meccas, survived a year and a half without students during the pandemic. But the city’s respected universities, grand museums, eminently walkable streets, and classic baseball stadium were never going anywhere. With roots dating to the American Revolution and a decidedly traditional heart,
- [Best Business Ted Talks](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/best-business-ted-talks/) - They say experience is the best teacher—and sometimes that can mean learning from the experiences of other women who are breaking barriers in business. If you want to learn from the masters, check out these TED Talks for motivation, inspiration, and wisdom. What It Takes to Be a Great Leader by Roselinde Torres. The leadership
- [Sharpen Your Brain](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/sharpen-your-brain/) - Here is your seven-step program to keeping your brain young By Leslie Pepper After she turned 50, Gale Sterling noticed she was forgetting things more often than usual. The nuisance of it annoyed her more than anything. “I’d walk into a room and literally forget what I went in there for,” she says. Sterling had been
- [How to Push Back on Being Mislabeled “Aggressive”](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/how-to-push-back-on-being-mislabeled-aggressive/) - Dear DW, I am accused of being aggressive at work. I feel like I am just being assertive. How can I get heard and accepted? Signed, Wrongfully Labeled Dear Wrongfully, “Aggressive” is a label commonly used to describe Black women who voice their opinions about something or raise awareness about an issue they are facing,
- [Don’t Ditch Those Sweatpants Yet!](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/dont-ditch-those-sweatpants-yet/) - The pandemic may have had one small silver lining: it gave working women permission to kick off their heels and trade business suits for yoga pants as the work-from-home era launched. But as you venture back into the office, don’t shove those sweatpants to the back of the drawer. It seems that this more casual
- [C-Suite Path Maker](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/c-suite-path-maker/) - Once Maggie Chan Jones made it to the C-suite, she founded Tenshey to extend a hand and pull other women up the ladder. By Kimberly Olson When Maggie Chan Jones was growing up, her native Hong Kong was home to only three colleges, creating a harrowingly competitive landscape. So when she was 14 and got an
- [Anatomy of … Recruitment During the “Great Resignation”](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/anatomy-of-recruitment-during-the-great-resignation/) - Tempting Top Talent A wave of professionals leaving their jobs since the pandemic has led to the “Great Resignation”—in which employees are rethinking their life and career choices, says Lily Valentin, career expert for job search engine Adzuna. That, in turn, has changed the game when it comes to recruiting. “Long gone are the days when
- [5 Lists to Make You More Productive](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/5-lists-to-make-you-more-productive/) - Goals list. Those who put goals to paper are 33 percent more likely to accomplish them. Distraction list. Chris Bailey, in his book Hyperfocus, suggests staying on task by immediately writing down thoughts that distract you and setting them aside to deal with later. To-don’t list. Steve Jobs once said, “Focusing is about saying no.” Write down tasks
- [Response to Roe v. Wade overturn](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/response-to-roe-v-wade-overturn/) - Over the years as publisher of Diversity Woman Media, I have diligently made sure to remain politically neutral. Diversity Woman magazine is focused solely on woman’s leadership development, and Inclusion magazine is focused entirely on diversity, equity, and inclusion. But sometimes, a response to events in the greater world is necessary, because these events impact
- [Executive Presence](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/executive-presence/) - Want to advance your career? Learn how to project your confidence and shine bright. Women may hold up half the sky, as the saying goes, but we’re still a long way from getting equal promotions into senior management and appointments to boards. If you’re aiming for a higher position, higher salary, or higher job satisfaction in
- [Ready, Set, Go!](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/ready-set-go/) - Throughout her extraordinary, unpredictable career, Y-Vonne Hutchinson has identified opportunities that address acute problems affecting the labor force in the US and abroad Y-Vonne Hutchinson, the founder and CEO of the diversity, equity, and inclusion consulting firm ReadySet, is an excellent example of someone who has bucked convention to follow her instincts, heart, and smarts—and forged
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- [It’s OK to Ask for Help](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/its-ok-to-ask-for-help/) - Asking for help makes us better at our jobs It’s an unfortunate fact that in the workplace, women of color—Black women in particular—tend to receive less support and encouragement from their managers, according to a 2018 report by LeanIn.Org and McKinsey & Company. Compared with white women, Black women are less likely to have managers highlight their work,
- [5 Minutes with The Honorable LaDoris “Dot” Harris](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/5-minutes-with-the-honorable-ladoris-dot-harris/) - Blazing Trails in Diversity Ever wondered what it’s like to be a “first”? The Honorable LaDoris “Dot” Harris knows. After starting her career as a field service engineer in a male-dominated industry sector, Harris would become the first Black female officer at electrical engineering firm ABB Inc. During the Obama administration, she served as chief diversity
- [The Once-in-a-Lifetime Crisis](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/the-once-in-a-lifetime-crisis/) - COVID-19 forced leaders to quickly learn how to balance empathy for their staff while continuing to achieve results When the COVID-19 pandemic arrived, Salene Hitchcock-Gear, president of Individual Life Insurance at Prudential Financial, recalls thinking, “‘We’ve got to do something, we’ve got to do it really quickly, and we need to understand there’s a lot we
- [Get Fit for Life](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/get-fit-for-life/) - Learn how you can incorporate fitness into your routine —without judgment It’s not the scale prompting Harlem resident Alana Beale to focus on her fitness; it’s the calendar. Her goal is to be “fit by 40.” She says, “Turning 40 will mark a new phase of my life—a time to be my best self.” For Beale,
- [Microsoft’s Superhero](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/microsofts-superhero/) - Shy Averett is using her platform to increase digital equity—and do much more When she was 11 years old, Shy Averett told her mother that she wanted to do something to help people. Her mother was encouraging, telling her, “Superheroes are not always the people you see on TV. They can be folks who simply go
- [Busting Bias: Address the Invisibility of Asian Women](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/busting-bias-address-the-invisibility-of-asian-women/) - Our community has dealt with overt and covert biases for generations. It shouldn’t have to take tragedies for the corporate world to see us. By Jane Hyun The model minority myth paints Asian Americans as an achieving, hard-working, and docile demographic that’s overcome barriers to garner success in life. In the workplace, these perceptions make it appear
- [Leading with Empathy](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/leading-with-empathy/) - Men at Work: Damien Hooper-Campbell As Zoom’s first CDO, Damien Hooper-Campbell taps into his humanity. Damien Hooper-Campbell doesn’t shy away from an opportunity to be the first. He recently marked his one-year anniversary as Zoom’s first-ever chief diversity officer. He also was the first CDO at eBay and at Uber. Before that, Hooper-Campbell was a diversity strategist
- [How Much Do You Need to Retire?](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/how-much-do-you-need-to-retire/) - Determining how much money you need to save each month— and where to put those savings to maximize returns—can be confusing. Here’s a guide to help clarify one of the most complex decisions you’ll ever make. When it comes to retirement planning, Tammy Bynum-Mincey, a senior manager in customer care at Comcast, admits that she’s late
- [Companies Stepping Up to Advance Black Leadership](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/companies-stepping-up-to-advance-black-leadership/) - Many corporations have voiced their commitment to advancing Black talent since the racial reckoning. However, these 10 companies have announced specific goals to which they can be held accountable. Accenture: The professional services company pledges to increase the percentage of Black employees from 9 percent to 12 percent and increase the percentage of Black managing directors
- [How to Stop Working 80 Hours Remotely](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/how-to-stop-working-80-hours-remotely/) - As many of us have learned over the last two years, working from home can be exhausting. Here’s how to cut your hours back to a manageable load. Set work-time boundaries. Let colleagues know your availability with group calendaring tools such as Google Workspace shareable calendars and Teamup.com. Also let friends and family know when you’re off-limits. Learn keyboard shortcuts. Go
- [Anatomy of … a Stellar Public Speaking Performance](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/anatomy-of-a-stellar-public-speaking-performance/) - Your Moment in the Spotlight Delivering a speech in front of an audience can be intimidating for the best of us. Luckily, we all can get better at it, says Nancy Buffington, a public speaking trainer in Boise, Idaho. Think you don’t have what it takes to hold an audience’s attention? These elements will give
- [Top-Selling Books by Black Authors](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/top-selling-books-by-black-authors/) - The books we buy reflect our moods, our curiosities, and our culture. See how our interests changed between 2011 and 2021 with these New York Times bestsellers from then and now.
- [Caring for Our Care Workers](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/caring-for-our-care-workers/) - Let’s commit to lifting up the people who provide the services that allow us to focus on our jobs. Think about a woman breaking through the proverbial glass ceiling. How did she get there? She’s probably smart, creative, driven, passionate, and strong. She’s got the expertise, experience, and character of a leader. She likely has
- [Stepping Out: London](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/stepping-out-london/) - Now’s a great time to visit London with all the hoopla surrounding the upcoming royal wedding. This is your chance to buy a tea towel with Meghan and Harry on it! Speaking of tea, you’ll want to steep yourself in the tea room culture. After a visit to Buckingham Palace, indulge in high tea on
- [Accept Yourself](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/accept-yourself-2/) - Yoga instructor, author, and fierce advocate Jessamyn Stanley is a reluctant role model for the "body liberation" movement By Jackie Krentzman Click here to view the digital copy of this issue. In 2018, Jessamyn Stanley and a cofounder launched the subscription-based streaming yoga instruction and wellness app, The Under- belly. Stanley, a yoga teacher,
- [Take the Hint](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/take-the-hint/) - Seeking a healthier beverage for herself, Kara Goldin founded Hint Water, today a market leader and multimillion-dollar business In the early 2000s, Kara Goldin, at the time the vice president for Electronic Commerce and Shipping at AOL, was trying to kick her diet soda habit, as she found it was leading to persistent health problems
- [Slaying Self-Doubt](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/slaying-self-doubt/) - Imposter phenomenon - Feeling you’re not as good as others think you are, and worrying you will be unmasked as a fraud—may be sparked by family messages or systemic cultural biases. But those feelings are changeable. Click here to view the full digital copy of this issue. Olivia Taylor tried to talk her way out
- [Improving Gender Diversity for All](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/improving-gender-diversity-for-all/) - Women have made some gains in Corporate America. In fact, the percentage of women in the C-suite increased by 5 percent between 2016 and 2021, according to the study Women in the Workplace 2021, conducted by McKinsey and LeanIn.org. Yet the percentage of women of color still lags behind that of white women and men
- [How to Overcome the 'Double Bind'](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/how-to-overcome-the-double-blind/) - If women in the workplace are warm and nurturing, they are considered too soft. But when they lead with a take-charge attitude, they may be labeled too aggressive. Tho Bella Dinh-Zarr, a former vice chair and acting chairman of the National Transportation Safety Board, shares a perfect example of the stereotypes that keep women from rising
- [The Power of Conscious Inclusion](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/the-power-of-conscious-inclusion/) - ManpowerGroup’s Christopher Rowland advocates for a workplace defined by openness, self-awareness, and listening Christopher Rowland quotes Nas as easily as Martin Luther King Jr. He believes that the words of a multiplatinum rap artist can be just as influential as the words of a civil rights leader. People may come from diverse backgrounds and have different
- [Fixing the Leaky Pipeline](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/fixing-the-leaky-pipeline/) - Katica Roy’s start-up, Pipeline Equity, uses AI software to close the gender-equity pay gap. On Christmas Day 1956, in the aftermath of the Hungarian Revolution, President Dwight Eisenhower’s personal plane flew 21 Hungarian refugees to their new home in the United States. Katica Roy’s father and her three older sisters were among those onboard. Part of
- [Nicole Dye-Anderson: Media Savvy](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/nicole-dye-anderson-media-savvy/) - When Nicole Dye-Anderson was just out of college, she worked on the reelection campaign of then Senator Joe Biden. For the Delaware native—“I’m Delaware born, Delaware bred, and, when I die, Delaware dead,” she quips—it was a big honor. “I grew up with him as an icon.” She also gained some wisdom from him. “He
- [Working Women in Crisis](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/working-women-in-crisis/) - The pandemic creates employment gaps for women. During the winter surge of COVID-19, I presented our department’s annual results to my C-suite leaders. After showing that the team exceeded our goals, I closed the videoconference and sprinted to my screaming baby. On many occasions, I compiled and analyzed data, wrote reports, posted content, and attended meetings
- [Gender Equity in Professional Sports](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/gender-equity-in-professional-sports/) - Soccer star Megan Rapinoe shone a spotlight on the need for equal pay for women athletes. Turns out equity is also a problem in the senior leadership ranks. Gaming information website Casino.org researched the number of women in leadership roles of male professional sports teams in the US and the UK, focusing on the highest-ranking officials
- [Young Entrepreneur: Deborah Lee](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/young-entrepreneur-deborah-lee/) - From Tech to Art For 25-year-old Deborah Lee, illustration has always been in their blood. “Drawing felt natural to me growing up,” Lee says. Yet they never imagined it would one day become a career. Happily, they were wrong. After graduating from Carnegie Mellon University’s School of Design, Lee took a job at LinkedIn as a
- [Work Breaks That Make You More Productive](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/work-breaks-that-make-you-more-productive/) - Taking a break isn’t slacking; it’s critical to success. These downtime suggestions backed by science will help you work smarter and get more out of your day. Drink your coffee in the break room. A change in scenery can help you focus on enjoying your food or drink. Such acts of mindfulness improve one’s focus,
- [Reclaim Your Time from Meetings](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/reclaim-your-time-from-meetings/) - A 2019 Korn Ferry study found that more than a third of workers—34 percent—waste two to five hours each week in unproductive calls or meetings. That’s time that can better be spent doing deep work like finishing a report, revamping a strategic plan, or revising training materials. One way to get more done: cut back on the
- [Skills College Grads Need for Today’s Job Market](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/skills-college-grads-need-for-todays-job-market/) - The right job comes along when you align your skill set with the one companies are seeking. These are the skills and attributes employers value most. Communication: Be proficient at expressing your thoughts effectively through speaking and writing. Teamwork/Collaboration: Develop relationships with colleagues and customers and know how to work with others on a team.
- [Anatomy of … a Proper Zoom Meeting](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/anatomy-of-a-proper-zoom-meeting/) - Become a Virtual Virtuoso Now that you’re taking meetings from home, you still want to command presence. These tips will help you convey the right message. Keep your camera on. It’s easier to be overlooked when your camera is off, says Karin M. Reed, co-author of Suddenly Virtual: Making Remote Meetings Work. Even if your living
- [Pre-COVID vs Post-COVID](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/pre-covid-vs-post-covid/) - The pandemic ushered in a host of major changes. Here are some that are likely to stick.
- [How to Set Boundaries in the WFH Normal](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/how-to-set-boundaries-in-the-wfh-normal/) - Dear DW, Now that I’m working from home, I find that I’m always expected to be “open for business.” How can I appropriately set limits with my colleagues who want to meet at all hours of the day? Signed, Ready to Close Up Shop Dear Ready, While technology has made it easier for us to
- [Warding Off Workplace Hugs During the Pandemic](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/warding-off-workplace-hugs-during-the-pandemic/) - Dear DW, My colleagues and I are returning to the workplace, and I am worried that people I used to hug will still hug me. Though I am vaccinated, I don’t feel safe with that level of intimacy yet. How should I handle this? Signed, Hesitant Hugger Dear Hesitant, After dealing with the pandemic for
- [5 Minutes with Dalana Brand](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/5-minutes-with-dalana-brand/) - Honoring a Vow to Invoke Change When Dalana Brand, vice president of people experience and head of inclusion and diversity at Twitter, started her career as a corporate finance professional, a job interview changed her profoundly. The interviewer asked, “Why would a woman be interested in the male-dominated automotive industry?” “Despite all of my
- [Embracing Age](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/embracing-age/) - A deep dive into the emotional, physical, and psychological aspects of aging Every morning, Bracha Goetz wakes up in her Baltimore home, walks to the mirror, and smiles. While the 65-year-old children’s book author sees one thing, she feels something else entirely. Click here to view the full digital copy of this issue. “I think,
- [Stepping Out: San Francisco](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/stepping-out-san-francisco/) - By Erika Mailman Perhaps no other large city in the United States better embodies the spirit of discovery and innovation than San Francisco. From its storied gold rush population boom to the Summer of Love and the current infusion of technology companies, it’s always been a city of free-thinking, adventurous people. Varied neighborhoods offer delights for
- [Stepping Out: Cleveland](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/stepping-out-cleveland-2/) - By Erika Mailman Perched on the southern shores of Lake Erie, Clevelanders are known for their affability and midwestern resilience and pride—and for being fierce advocates for their (formerly) gritty city and its Rust Belt heritage. Spanning the Cuyahoga River, the city offers eclectic architecture, a world-class art museum and symphony, and the first African
- [The Elite 100: A Tribute To Black Women Executives](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/the-elite-100-a-tribute-to-black-women-executives-2/) - The Change is Here Extraordinary Black women are changing the face of Corporate America. Diversity Woman presents its inaugural Elite 100 Black Women leaders list. By Tanisha A. Sykes Black women are changing the game in Corporate America. They have high-ranking titles and the power to set strategy for many billion-dollar corporations, and their advancement
- [Flight Pattern](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/flight-pattern/) - Returning to business travel—safely By Mariette Williams Before the pandemic, Gabriella Ribeiro was flying over 100,000 miles a year for business and personal travel. A marketing professional and founder of TRUMarketing, a boutique sales and marketing firm, Ribeiro traveled throughout Europe, Africa, and Latin America, and extensively throughout the United States. As domestic and international business travel
- [Fighting Inflammation](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/fighting-inflammation/) - It’s hard to avoid inflammation in today’s world. Here are some tips on how to manage it. By Suzi Morales Before she was diagnosed with osteoarthritis, Tonya Horton traveled frequently for her job as the executive vice president of central operations of education at the nonprofit New Teacher Project. Then, in 2017, she noticed some pain
- [The Pursuit of  Happiness](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/the-pursuit-of-happiness/) - Boost Your Immune System with a Dose of Happiness We all strive for happiness. It nurtures the heart, mind, and soul. And here’s one more reason to be happy: a brighter mood can improve your physical health. Researchers at the University of Virginia and the University of British Columbia found that study participants who received
- [Heart Disease: Not Just a Man Thing](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/heart-disease-not-just-a-man-thing/) - What Every Woman Needs to Know About Heart Health Click here to view the full digital copy of this issue. The telltale signs were there, chest pain that radiated through her arm, exhaustion, nausea, but like many women who experience these symptoms, Tasya Lacy never suspected that she was having a heart attack. "I'm a
- [DRINK UP!](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/drinkup/) - Just How Much Water Does the Body Good? Water isn’t just something we need; it’s a part of us. Water makes up approximately 50 to 70 percent of our body weight, according to the Mayo Clinic. The water you take in each day Click here to view the full digital copy of this issue.
- [Superfoods That Pack a Nutritious Punch](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/superfoods-that-pack-a-nutritious-punch/) - Click here to view the full digital copy of this issue. Some foods have a supersized amount of nutrients and health benefits. If healthy eating is one of your goals this year, try adding some of these superfoods to the menu. Berries Not only are berries high in fiber, but they are also loaded
- [Build Your Empathy Muscle](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/build-your-empathy-muscle/) - Why Helping Others Can Help You More Between the pandemic, the economic crisis, and the social unrest we have experienced in the last 12 months, we have seen no shortage of fellow Americans who could use a helping hand. While you may be tempted to turn the news off and ignore it, you could be
- [Health and Wellness Take Center Stage](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/health-and-wellness-take-center-stage/) - 5 Minutes with Alexis Vrotsos Click here to view the full digital copy of this issue. As the chief people officer for Olumo, Alexis Vrotsos aims to know what makes employees happy. Olumo, based in Pleasant Grove, Utah, is a consulting agency that works with companies to uncover their employees’ true feelings about company
- [Mind Games](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/mind-games/) - A guide for keeping our cognitive abilities sharp as we age At 44, Sujata Venkateswaran has a tough time spontaneously recalling information and retaining it. Sometimes she blanks out on familiar facts and names. There are moments when she forgets where she kept certain things, big and small. She has also noticed a shift in
- [Power Up Your Health with Breath](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/power-up-your-health-with-breath/) - Lauren Chelec Cafritz discovered the power of breath work in her 20s, when she was experiencing anxiety and other health conditions. During her first breathwork session, “I could feel a panic attack coming on. My breath worker said, ‘Emotions are just energy in motion. It’s okay to relax and feel energies.’ So I breathed through what would probably have been
- [Train Your Brain](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/train-your-brain/) - Solutions for Surviving Stressful Times Click here to view the full digital copy of this issue. Wow—talk about a curveball! That’s what one of my clients said at the beginning of the pandemic last year. Yes, no one saw that coming . . . the uncertainty, anxiety, disruption of so many of our routines.
- [Reaching New Heights](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/reaching-new-heights/) - Sheila Ellian Lewis of Pivotal Ventures is turning her marketing and business prowess toward social justice issues By Tanisha A. Sykes Sheila Ellian Lewis is a strategist and problem-solver. That’s exactly what Pivotal Ventures was looking for when it brought Lewis on board in June of this year. Founded in 2015 by Melinda French Gates, the
- [Ready to Pay with Your Phone?](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/ready-to-pay-with-your-phone/) - By Christina Wood If you blinked, you might have failed to notice the people around you exchanging money via their smartphones. That table of millennials and gen Zers staring intently at their phones instead of talking to one another over coffee? That may not be a harbinger of societal breakdown caused by smartphone addiction. They might
- [The Wellness Doctor](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/the-wellness-doctor/) - Dr. Kevin Flythe utilizes a number of techniques—physical, emotional, and spiritual—to help his patients live a more pain-free life By Jackie Krentzman If you look him up online, you would first see that Dr. Kevin Flythe is listed as a chiropractor. But that description is just the beginning. Flythe, based in Marietta, Georgia, is a
- [Bridging Divides](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/bridging-divides/) - Learning tactics to lessen polarization—with both people we know and those we don’t—can be potent personal and societal medicine In May 2020, as George Floyd’s murder ignited Black Lives Matter protests and a new national reckoning with race, yoga teacher and holistic health coach Brialle Ringer ran into a deeply personal iteration of our country’s
- [Tackling Mental Health Challenges For Women](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/tackling-mental-health-challenges-for-women/) - The events of 2020 brought into high relief the urgent need for mental health resources in the workplace By Carolyn M. Brown Stress levels have been at an all-time high. COVID-19 and the practices to prevent its spread—quarantining, social distancing, wearing masks—coupled with job losses, have given rise to anxiety, depression, substance use, and even
- [Deconstructing the Gender Pay Gap](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/deconstructing-the-gender-pay-gap/) - On a national level, full-time female workers were paid 78 cents on the dollar in 2013, compared with men who worked the same number of hours, leaving a wage gap of nearly 22 percent.
- [The Young Boys' Club](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/the-young-boys-club/) - News out of the technology sector leaves many women feeling discouraged.
- [Women Overcoming Challenges in STEM](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/women-overcoming-challenges-in-stem/) - Three African American C-suite leaders share their stories and offer insights on how women can break through the gender and race barriers in STEM industries by Jackie Krentzman Photography by Eric Marshall When Robin Washington graduated from the University of Michigan, her first two jobs were in accounting and auditing. Washington was comfortable in Michigan,
- [Sleep your way ... to the top of the class](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/sleep-your-way-to-the-top-of-the-class/) - In a world of endless to-do lists, it’s much too easy to skimp on sleep. But if you want to perform at your best at work, getting sufficient slumber is essential, according to the National Sleep Foundation. Sleep can help you: • Concentrate more easily after an interruption. It takes your brain less time to
- [Be Bold—Early, Often, and Every Day](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/be-bold-early-often-and-every-day/) - March 8 is recognized around the world as International Women’s Day, a day to celebrate the social, economic, cultural, and political achievements of women, while calling for the acceleration of gender parity. This year’s theme, “Be Bold For Change,” may seem simple, yet it still is a challenge for many women, of all ages and
- [Open > Sesame](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/open-sesame/) - Peete’s entire life and career have been defined by her ability to keep an open mind—and shine a light on what is truly important. By Jackie Krentzman Big Bird. Kermit the Frog. The Cookie Monster. Bert and Ernie. Roosevelt Franklin. These are some of the beloved Sesame Street characters who guided pretty much every American
- [Catalyst for Change](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/catalyst-for-change/) - Her roots in Nova Scotia’s harsh Cape Breton Island have shaped Deborah Gillis into the ideal leader for one of the world’s chief nonprofits focused on equality for women in the workplace by Jackie Krentzman ‘‘Sorry, do you hear the lawn mower in the background?” Deborah Gillis, the president and chief executive officer of the
- [VF Corporation: What leadership attributes do you value most in others and yourself?](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/vf-corporation-what-leadership-attributes-do-you-value-most-in-others-and-yourself/) - Jo Ann Hirsimaki VP, Total Rewards & HR Operations “The attributes I value most are integrity, humility, and courage. Integrity breeds trust and confidence, humility encourages openness to ideas and inclusion, and one must have the courage to stand by their values and inspire others to do the same.” Roseann Larson Chief Information Security Officer
- [Rebecca Jacoby: The Tech Accelerator](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/rebecca-jacoby-the-tech-accelerator/) - Jacoby, one of the highest-ranking women at Cisco, is charged with fostering an inclusive environment By Katrina Brown Hunt Rebecca Jacoby didn’t enter the tech world out of a long-time love for STEM. According to the Cisco executive, her early interests were far from technology. “My absolute favorite activity as a child was reading,” says
- [Stepping Out: Chicago](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/stepping-out-chicago-2/) - By Kandia Johnson If you’ve got business in what may be this country’s most multimonikered city—Chi-town, also known as the City of Broad Shoulders, the Windy City, Second City, and That Toddlin’ Town—be sure to make time to play as well as work: Chicago’s beguiling leisure choices outnumber its nicknames by a thousand to one.
- [Can Women Have It All?](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/can-women-have-it-all/) - Hell, no, but neither can any man I know by Robin Pedrelli I attended the recent Diversity Women Leadership Conference and was faced with the question, “Can women have it all?” This debate will likely rage on for decades, and we’re all tired of it. The vogue response has changed from “yes” to “no” to “yes, but
- [A Coach in Your Corner: Crafting Your Dream Life](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/a-coach-in-your-corner-crafting-your-dream-life/) - Why using a life coach can be life—and work—altering By Tanisha A. Sykes The Dalai Lama once said, “Happiness is not something ready-made. It comes from your own actions.” For executives like Niambi Harris, 45, truer words were never spoken. “In the span of a year, I got married, inherited two wonderful teenage stepchildren, and
- [Why Diversity Matters](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/why-diversity-matters/) - Amid growing backlash, four leaders make a convincing case for diversity By Ruchika Tulshyan Viacom, the billion-dollar media conglomerate, relies on diversity and inclusion as a strategic business priority. The organization leverages its diverse talent pool to create programming that reflects the audiences it serves around the globe. “We are focused on ensuring that the
- [Give Employees a Voice](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/give-employees-a-voice/) - Gain valuable insights to improve your company culture Maybe you run a small company or manage a department in a Fortune 1000 corporation. In either case, one way you can recruit and retain talent and improve performance is by administering a survey to gauge your teams’ satisfaction and elicit feedback. Types of employee satisfaction surveys
- [Hollywood's Hidden Figure](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/hollywoods-hidden-figure/) - Cheryl Boone Isaacs, recently retired president of the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences, was the driving force behind many changes in Hollywood—including the academy’s diversification By Jackie Krentzman When Cheryl Boone Isaacs was trying to launch a career in publicity in Hollywood in the 1970s, she would cold-call studios. When she would tell
- [A Well-Rounded Life](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/a-well-rounded-life/) - Learning to disconnect from the job can help you become more engaged at home and work By Kimberly Olson By appearances, Hajar Shirley had a good life. A successful business technology leader, she was married to her college sweetheart and had two young children. But something was awry. “I was exhausted,” she says. “I felt
- [From Floor to Ceiling](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/from-floor-to-ceiling/) - Target’s commitment to diversity and inclusion and women’s leadership permeates every level of the company, from the mannequins in the store to the CEO’s office By Jackie Krentzman One day, Target Senior Vice President of Apparel and Accessories Michelle Wlazlo walked into a company store with her 15-year-old daughter. Her daughter saw Target’s new mannequins—which
- [Get the Salary You Deserve](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/get-the-salary-you-deserve/) - You’ve been a stellar employee for the past year. Youíve exceeded your goals and your midyear performance review was glowing. Now comes the hard partómaking the case for a significant pay bump, not just a cost-of-living raise. Research comparative pay rates for your position. Websites like Glassdoor collect this information for a number of sectors.
- [Survey: Female Ambition and Opportunities in Seven Countries](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/survey-female-ambition-and-opportunities-in-seven-countries/) - Leaders & Daughters, a 2017 study by professional services firm Egon Zehnder of 7,000 professional women in the United States, India, Australia, Brazil, China, Germany, and the United Kingdom, revealed that professional ambition and opportunities vary by both age and country. The study measured various categories, including salary considerations, career ambitions, gender bias, mentorship, career
- [Young Entrepreneur: Bruktawit Tigabu Fighting Injustice](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/young-entrepreneur-bruktawit-tigabu-fighting-injustice/) - A young entrepreneur creates Ethiopiaís Sesame Street to address children's issues Bruktawit Tigabu has spent her adult life helping others. Born in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia, and married to an American, she is CEO and cofounder of Whiz Kids Workshop, a company that spearheads innovative literacy programming for Ethiopians. Tsehai Loves Learning, a TV show about
- [The Time is Now](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/the-time-is-now/) - Creating a paradigm where women have equal power by Sandra Beach Lin Workplace issues that used to be saved for watercooler talk and private conversations—from sexual harassment to the pay gap—are now becoming headlines. The common thread through all these stories is the lack of powerwomen have in the workplace. We are at a real
- [Diversity Pirate: Doug Melville](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/diversity-pirate-doug-melville/) - Diversity Pirate: The first chief diversity officer for the advertising giant TBWA/North America credits Magic Johnson, a pirates’ attitude, and passion for his deep dive into diversity and inclusion. By Erika Mailman Doug Melville eats, sleeps, breathes diversity. When asked how he relaxes at home, the first chief diversity officer at the advertising agency TBWA/North
- [Here Come the Millennials](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/here-come-the-millennials/) - Soon, millennials will outnumber baby boomers in the workplace. Here’s how both generations can adjust—and thrive. By Brittany Shoot Julia Ritchey learns a lot from her baby boomer colleagues, especially those she oversees. Ritchey is a millennial and the managing editor of KUER 90.1 FM, National Public Radio (NPR), in Utah. She manages a team
- [The Continuing Education of You](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/the-continuing-education-of-you/) - Successful career continuing education learning opportunities
- [Companies That Are Getting It Right](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/companies-that-are-getting-it-right/) - As discussion of gender equity hits the workplace, thereís some good news! Here are five companies that are relentlessly working to level the playing field and narrow the leadership gap. By Carolyn M. Brown All eyes are on women in the workplace as issues around sexual harassment and equal pay continue to grab headlines. The
- [The Time is Now](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/the-time-is-now-2/) - Former Obama advisor Tina Tchen helps power Time’s Up, the high-profile movement fighting sexual assault and harassment in the workplace By Kimberly Olson In the wake of the sexual assault allegations against Harvey Weinstein in late 2017, a group of women working in Hollywood began talking about how they could use the moment to drive sustainable
- [Secure Your Future](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/secure-your-future/) - Six tips for creating and following a financial plan By Mindy Charski Will you have enough money to achieve the financial goals that are important to you? It can be an overwhelming question, but writing out a financial plan can make it less daunting and set you on a path for success. Certified financial planner
- [The Diets that Really Work (and a Few That Don't)](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/the-diets-that-really-work-and-a-few-that-dont/) - Should you try Paleo or Atkins, Whole30 or maybe even go vegan to lose weight? The expertsí answers may surprise you. By Paula Derrow On paper, losing weight looks like an easy proposition—eat less, exercise more, and voilà, you’re back into your skinny jeans before you know it. But there’s a reason the diet industry
- [Catalytic Convertor](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/catalytic-convertor/) - By bringing in CEOs, Catalyst is leading the charge on increasing women’s representation in the upper echelons of management by Jackie Krentzman “Women make up about 51 percent of the US population. They earn 60 percent of all master’s degrees and control or influence more than 70 percent of consumer spending in the United States. Yet only
- [How to Talk (or Not Talk) Politics in the Office](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/how-to-talk-or-not-talk-politics-in-the-office/) - Dear DW, My coworker is always broadcasting his political views, and let’s just say his worldview is different from mine. I’m just as passionate about my politics, and I’m tempted to tell him so, but I’m worried it could cause tension in the workplace. What should I do? Signed, Passionate About Politics Dear Passionate About
- [Creating a Winning To-Do List](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/creating-a-winning-to-do-list/) - A new year means it’s time to get organized. We’ve all said that before, right? But how can we make sure this year we follow through? A to-do list can go a long way toward helping you stay on track, but it has to be effective, says Laura Vanderkam, productivity expert and author of Off
- [How to Approach Conferences Strategically](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/how-to-approach-conferences-strategically/) - A successful conference experience isn't just about sitting through speakers and attending workshops. It's about finding strategic wasy to build a network that can move your business forward. Not sure where to start? Here are ways to help you make the right connections. Focus your networking goal Trying to exchange business cards with everyone will
- [The Future Starts Now](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/the-future-starts-now/) - In its quest to achieve gender parity in corporate leadership, Paradigm for Parity set what can be considered an audacious goal—50-50 gender parity by 2030 By Jackie Krentzman When Ellen Kullman was in engineering school, some professors would say to her, “You’re the only woman who has ever taken this class.” Kullman, the former CEO of DuPont,
- [Transforming Healthcare](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/transforming-healthcare/) - Women leaders are uniquely positioned to drive change By Heather Boerner When Christine Candio started as a bedside nurse 33 years ago, the roles were clear—and segregated by gender. Most physicians were men and most nurses were women. And the hierarchy between the two was strict. “If a physician came into your department, you got
- [Building Networks Rooted in Healing](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/building-networks-rooted-in-healing/) - When Nicole Cardoza started practicing yoga in college, it was the first time she felt at home in her own body. “Yoga made me feel connected to who I am right here, right now,” the 29-year-old says. So years later she wasn’t surprised when, as a volunteer yoga teacher, she noticed that her yoga students seemed
- [If the Shoe Fits](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/if-the-shoe-fits/) - How to buy shoes for running, walking, cross-training, and hiking By Anna Marrian With so many options available, buying a new athletic shoe can be exciting, overwhelming, or if you’re picky, just excruciating. I want a shoe that’s not too heavy, lest I feel like a lumbering antelope, but I want something with plenty of cushion to
- [Networking with Purpose](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/networking-with-purpose/) - Women often find it challenging to stand out in the workplace in a way that leads to advancement. Here are nine tips to draw attention to your work in a strategic way. By Ellen Lee Early in her career, Jasmine N. Davis made her way around the networking circuit. She was putting herself out there, meeting
- [Do-It-Yourself  Financial Management](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/do-it-yourself-financial-management/) - Taking control of your finances can be an empowering choice—if you know how to get started By Brittany Shoot Managing your financial planning doesn’t have to be daunting. Given the many consumer tools available today, selecting products to manage your financial health—from budgeting to investing to saving for retirement­—can be rewarding and even life changing if you
- [Women Overcoming Challenges in STEM](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/women-overcoming-challenges-in-stem-2/) - Three African American C-suite leaders share their stories and offer insights on how women can break through the gender and race barriers in STEM industries by Jackie Krentzman Photography by Eric Marshall When Robin Washington graduated from the University of Michigan, her first two jobs were in accounting and auditing. Washington was comfortable in Michigan,
- [North Carolina’s Triangle Area](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/north-carolinas-triangle-area/) - April Kilcrease Anchored by the cities of Durham, Raleigh, and Chapel Hill, North Carolina’s Triangle region is known for its high concentration of college campuses, high-tech companies, and southern charm. The area blooms in the spring. Locals bike and walk tree-lined trails. Branches explode with goblet-sized magnolias. And outdoor festivals fill the air with music and
- [Navigating a Buyer’s (Job) Market](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/navigating-a-buyers-job-market/) - By Katie Morell It was early morning in February 2018 when Priscila Nagalli walked into her employer’s office and put in her notice—without another job or backup plan. As director of treasury and capital markets at the New York City office of Actualize Consulting, a financial consulting firm, Nagalli had recently been promoted and, after three years with
- [Own that Coveted Board Seat](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/own-that-coveted-board-seat/) - Joining a corporate board is a key to advancement—and leveling the gender playing field. Here’s how to prepare. Carolyn M. Brown Shellye Archambeau, former CEO of MetricStream, which provides government, risk, and compliance solutions to corporations, is a member of three corporate boards, including Verizon. She says serving on a board provides “great personal and professional
- [Leading the Way](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/leading-the-way/) - Shari Slate spearheads Cisco’s leading-edge diversity and inclusion efforts Diversity Woman sat down with Cisco’s Vice President and Chief Inclusion and Collaboration Officer, Shari Slate, to learn more about Cisco’s recipe for success. Diversity Woman: Describe Cisco’s culture as it relates to diversity and inclusion. Shari Slate: Cisco’s goal is to power an inclusive future for all.
- [A tribute for Ruth Bader Ginsberg](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/a-tribute-for-ruth-bader-ginsberg/) - Throughout her career, Ruth Bader Ginsberg fought for us, working women. This diminutive woman was called the “Thurgood Marshall of the women’s rights movement” as she, perhaps more than anyone else, advanced the rights of women in the workplace. She fought for us so we didn’t have to hide our pregnancy at work. She fought
- [The Risk-taker](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/the-risk-taker/) - Very few women run billion-dollar global companies. Revathi Advaithi’s remarkable rise from the shop floor to CEO of a billion-dollar manufacturing company has been fueled by determination, a gift for connecting with people, and, most of all, the willingness to take risks Very few women run billion-dollar global companies. One such woman is Revathi Advaithi,
- [The Healing Power of Art](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/the-healing-power-of-art/) - Research shows that flexing your creative muscle can reduce stress and anxiety and help you get through troubled times Kathy Hagler remembers with clarity seeing a piece of art that would alter her path. “I found this Japanese vase that was really intriguing,” she says. “It touched me deeply. It was broken, but beautiful. It
- [Liking Kale is Irrelevant](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/liking-kale-is-irrelevant/) - Aging isn't easy, but I have too much life left to not fully take care of my body. Click here to view the full digital copy of this issue. I grew up without a body. Well, I had one, but I barely noticed because, in my world, bodies were for one thing and one
- [The CRISIS Leader](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/the-crisis-leader/) - Dr. Lynn Perry Wooten, the first Black president of 120-year-old Simmons University, is uniquely prepared to lead the women's college through these turbulent times. By Jackie Krentzman On February 6, 2020, Dr. Lynn Perry Wooten accepted the position as the first Black president of Simmons University, a women’s school in Boston that specializes in combining
- [Celebrate: Electronic Arts](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/celebrate-electronic-arts/) - ea.com “What are you doing to champion women’s advancement in the workplace?” Olga Bondarenko Command Center Analyst • Ireland • I advocate for equity and access for women of all abilities, raise awareness of common workplace challenges, and partner with employee resource groups to build a diverse and inclusive workplace. Mala Singh Chief People Officer • United States • I use my
- [Flying Solo](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/flying-solo/) - Solo travel by women is on the rise. Here’s what you need to know to plan, stay safe—and have the time of your life. By Erin Klenow In 2015, Kristel Rodriguez was looking forward to her first trip to Southeast Asia, where she planned to explore Thailand, Malaysia, and Bali with a girlfriend. Plane tickets purchased,
- [Cisco's Conscious Culture](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/ciscos-conscious-culture/) - by Jackie Krentzman CEO Chuck Robbins’s quest to remake Cisco’s culture into a more diverse and inclusive workplace is paying big dividends—including to the bottom line Last fall, the organization Great Place to Work, which evaluates companies on a broad range of criteria, released its list of the World’s Best Workplaces 2019.® Cisco was named
- [12 Women Turbocharging the C-suite](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/12-women-turbocharging-the-c-suite/) - Only a handful of females run large corporations. These extraordinary women are determined and poised to rectify that. “Every single one of our women in our C-Ahead program has thepotential to be a CEO.“ — Kimber Maderazzo, C200 chair The Fortune 500 consists of only 34 female CEOs. Just one in five C-suite leaders is
- [Permission to Swerve](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/permission-to-swerve/) - By embracing change and learning to listen to her inner voice, Valerie Jarrett has forged a life of purpose and fulfillment. by JackieKrentzman In her new memoir, Finding My Voice: My Journey to the West Wing and the Path Forward, Valerie Jarrett, former senior adviser to President Barack Obama, describes being in her twenties and
- [How White Women Can Be Allies](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/how-white-women-can-be-allies/) - Susan MacKenty Brady Just as many men are asking themselves how to “be” in the conversation about gender equity, as a white woman, I have been asking myself how I can “be” in the topic of racial equity in leadership. As a girl raised by a single father, I was different. Being super tall at
- [Pathway to the C-Suite](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/pathway-to-the-c-suite/) - The road to the C-suite for women, and in particular women of color, is still rocky. Four chief human resource officers explain how they are smoothing the path. By Tanisha A. Sykes In 1948, a century after the first women’s rights convention in Seneca Falls, New York, took place, women represented 31.3 percent of the
- [The Revolution is Coming](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/the-revolution-is-coming/) - New Catalyst CEO Lorraine Hariton believes we are at a juncture in the workplace as seismic as the Industrial Revolution, and Catalyst is ready to lead the way by Jackie Krentzman As the new CEO of Catalyst, the premier nonprofit working to “build workplaces that work for women,” Lorraine Hariton grapples daily with what the
- [Making Your Company a Talent Magnet](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/making-your-company-a-talent-magnet/) - “A job description is more than just a list of responsibilities,” says Samantha Spano, senior marketing manager at Pittsburgh-based recruiting solutions provider JazzHR. “It lets potential employees know what’s expected of them, tells them where their role fits into the organization, and is a valuable performance management tool.” Select the right title. It needs to be self-explanatory and accurately indicate
- [The Ownership Mind-Set](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/the-ownership-mind-set/) - Kaiser VP Shakeya McDow has parlayed a variety of experiences—from IT to banquet sales—into her current role in the upper echelons of the health-care giant’s leadership pyramid. By Janell Hazelwood When Shakeya McDow, vice president of ethics and compliance strategy, intelligence, and operations at Kaiser Permanente, was growing up in Ashville, North Carolina, she quickly
- [Born to Lead](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/born-to-lead-2/) - Elise Peters Carey has blazed her own trail—and is poised to take over as CEO of her family’s considerable business holdings by Carolyn M. Brown Growing up, Elise Peters Carey observed her parents in their business endeavors when she would accompany them to work. She has a distinct memory as a 10-year-old of being at
- [Reset Your Mind, Reclaim Your Time](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/reset-your-mind-reclaim-your-time/) - The pressure to work more hours and to work faster is real for both women and men, but many working women with demanding jobs add to the pressure.
- [Case Studies](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/case-studies/) - Eight tips to help you avoid the luggage carousel By: April Kilcrease Now that airlines are charging for checked bags and flights are often fully booked, the battle for bin space has reached Game of Thrones intensity. “Airlines have had to get stricter about carry-ons, especially since they started levying fees on checked bags,” says
- [Ditch Your Comfort Zone](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/ditch-your-comfort-zone/) - Traveling to a destination with a new mind-set can lead to the most rewarding vacation of your life By Erika Mailman We never regret travel. Clothing and expensive dinners come and go, but the memories and insights gained on a trip remain with a traveler forever. This can be especially true when you go outside
- [Beyond Google Maps](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/beyond-google-maps/) - BY SARA J. WELCH You use your phone to check the weather, read Yelp reviews of restaurants, navigate with Google Maps, and get rides from Lyft or Uber. You probably know about Airbnb, even if you haven’t tried it. But these are just the low-hanging fruit of travel apps. Did you know there are other apps that
- [Tame the Stress of Travel](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/tame-the-stress-of-travel/) - How to make your next trip as stress-free as possible By Alexandra Kay Anyone who has spent a few hours sprawled miserably in an airport departure lounge waiting out a flight delay, and then sat hunched in a basic economy seat on a cross-country flight for six hours, knows that air travel has become more
- [Queen Latifah: Mission Driven](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/queen-latifah-mission-driven/) - For Queen Latifah, business isn’t as much about making money as it is about breaking barriers. After scoring success in the 1990s as a rapper in the male-dominated field of hip-hop, Latifah made perhaps a greater name for herself as an entrepreneur, using her platform, her influence, and her dollars to help others break their own
- [Ayesha Curry Proves She’s an MVP at Business](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/ayesha-curry-proves-shes-an-mvp-at-business/) - Don’t expect Ayesha Curry to stand in her famous husband’s shadow. Curry, the wife of NBA superstar Steph Curry, is a superstar in her own right, having turned a YouTube channel into a successful lifestyle brand. When Curry started her YouTube channel as a hobby in 2014, her idea was to share her love for cooking
- [Gwen Stefani: Fashion Forward](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/gwen-stefani-fashion-forward/) - Stars Who Mean Business “Hollaback Girl” Gwen Stefani’s creative accomplishments have brought her global fame as a music icon, but she’s also a successful businesswoman in the fashion world. Stefani says she’s been fashion-forward since her mother taught her to sew when she was a girl. In 2003, Stefani launched her own clothing line, L.A.M.B.,
- [Robin Wright: Powerful Pajamas](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/robin-wright-powerful-pajamas/) - Robin Wright is best known for her portrayal of steely presidential spouse Claire Underwood on the Netflix series House of Cards—a woman obsessed with the pursuit of power.
- [Stars Who Mean Business: Kristi Yamaguchi](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/stars-who-mean-business-kristi-yamaguchi/) - Today, Yamaguchi has brought her appreciation for freedom in motion to her own line of clothing, Tsu.ya. (Tsuya is Yamaguchi’s middle name.)
- [Alicia Keys: Keep a Child Alive](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/alicia-keys-keep-a-child-alive/) - Singer Alicia Keys is best known for the Grammy-winning hits that have helped her sell more than 35 million albums worldwide.
- [Fiercely into the future](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/fiercely-into-the-future/) - Tyra Banks, the talk show host and former supermodel and actress, is going in a whole new direction.
- [Melissa McCarthy: One Size Does Not Fit All](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/melissa-mccarthy-one-size-does-not-fit-all/) - Melissa McCarthy might be a Hollywood star on the rise, but as a plus-size woman, she has had difficulty finding clothing she loves.
- ['Girl Next Door' Business Owner - Sandra Bullock](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/girl-next-door-business-owner-sandra-bullock/) - Sandra Bullock is arguably one of the world’s A-list movie stars, but in her adopted town of Austin, Texas, where she lives with her son Louis, you’d never know it.
- [Salma Hayek: Turning Beauty Into a Business That Works](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/salma-hayek-turning-beauty-into-a-business-that-works/) - In her career as an actress and model, Salma Hayek has learned a thing or two about the beauty industry. So in 2017, she decided to jump in. In 2017, Hayek partnered with Juice Generation founder Eric Helms to create Blend It Yourself, a subscription service in which customers receive all the ingredients they need to
- [Stepping Out: Milwaukee](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/stepping-out-milwaukee/) - By Kyana Moghadam Located on the edge of Lake Michigan and surrounded by rivers, Milwaukee was shaped by its nearby bodies of water—one reason it became the beer capital of the United States. To get to the heart of the city, look no farther than the Milwaukee River. A walk along its bank will take
- [Stepping Out: Tokyo](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/stepping-out-tokyo/) - By Erika Mailman Tokyo’s charm is both in its ancient magic and in its cosmopolitan modernity. It began in the late 12th century as a fishing village called Edo; today the capital is home to 9.2 million people and, by some counts, is the most populous metropolitan area in the world. Throughout this eye-popping city
- [Stepping Out: Kansas City](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/stepping-out-kansas-city/) - By Erika Mailman Kansas City, Missouri, offers a pleasant mix of urban and midwestern, and is a cultural hub with long-standing jazz traditions, a famous penchant for barbecue, and a reputation for friendliness. The Power & Light District downtown is a busy center for shopping, dining, and music, where you can stare up at clustered skyscrapers,
- [The Executive MBA Advantage](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/the-executive-mba-advantage/) - Over the last 30 years, executive MBA programs have proliferated around the country. Today, there are more than 200—70 percent of which were launched since 1990.
- [Better Shop Around](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/better-shop-around/) - If you’re like most working women, you don’t have a lot of time to spend shopping for clothes—a fact that’s spurred hundreds of entrepreneurs to develop online shopping sites, some based on business models that create an entirely new shopping experience.
- [DW Hot List: Summer Reads](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/dw-hot-list-summer-reads/) - Looking for a hard-to-put-down book for the summer? Check out these new releases.
- [Fall Fashion](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/fall-fashion/) - Want to rock fall style this year?
- [Gender Equality](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/gender-equality/) - When it comes to progress in the workplace, sometimes it seems like two steps forward, one step back.
- [10 Jobs Companies Will Be Recruiting for in the Future](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/jobs-recruiting-future/) - Wondering what professions will be in highest demand 10 years from now? Here’s a look inside a recruiter’s crystal ball. Ethical sourcing officers. In its 21 Jobs of the Future report, business development company Cognizant describes these employees as executives who make sure a company’s goods and services are in alignment with the ethical wishes of
- [Summer Travel](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/summer-travel/) - DW Hot List Dreaming of a summer getaway? These destinations each offer something special this year. Washington, DC: The nation’s capital is experiencing a renaissance of new restaurants, clubs, and boutiques. Its museums and monuments—many of them free—are packed with cultural and historical attractions. You’ll also find a vibrant music district in the U Street
- [Working Women and Depression](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/working-women-and-depression/) - Women are two to three times more likely to experience depression than men, the National Alliance on Mental Illness reports.
- [Size Doesn’t Matter](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/size-doesnt-matter/) - Lisa Tealer no longer cringes when she encounters office furniture that won’t accommodate her size—she just asks for an armless chair if she needs one. When ordering lunch at the company cafeteria, she signs her ticket “Lisa, AKA Queen Diva,” a playful gesture that nonetheless makes a statement about how she sees herself. “It’s just
- [Is Sugar Evil?](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/is-sugar-evil/) - By Kimberly Olson Experts once believed that processed sugar wasn’t all that harmful. Its worst offenses seemed to be its “empty calories” and its contribution to tooth decay. Fast-forward to 2015, when the sweet stuff has become our latest food villain. It’s been called toxic, a poison. If you haven’t tried to cut down on
- [Tackling Negative Thinking](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/tackling-negative-thinking/) - Negative thoughts dragging you down? Here’s how you can regain control. By Anna Marrian Many of us fall into the trap of negative thinking. These thoughts flit through our brain, including in the workplace. “My boss doesn’t like my work,” or “I should have spoken up in the meeting. What is wrong with me?” But negative
- [The Joy of Walking](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/the-joy-of-walking/) - Making strides for better health By Linda Childers If you’re hoping to lose weight or improve your health, don’t be surprised if your doctor says forget CrossFit or even jogging—instead, lace up your tennis shoes and go for a walk. Sure, we’ve all heard about the myriad benefits that come from being physically active, but
- [Let Go of These Seven Exercise Myths](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/let-go-of-these-seven-exercise-myths/) - Some of the rules of exercising need a serious update By Antonia Rodriguez The goal is simple: Exercise regularly to stay healthy. The US government’s Physical Activity Guidelines state, “When adults do the equivalent of 150 minutes of moderate-intensity aerobic activity each week, the benefits are substantial. These benefits include lower risk of premature death, coronary
- [Stay in the Driver's Seat](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/stay-in-the-drivers-seat/) - Eight tips for eating healthy and keeping fit on a business trip By Carmen Cusido Challenges to healthy living crop up everywhere on business trips: from fast-food options at the airport to lackluster gyms at hotels. But there are tactics frequent travelers can use to keep up with their diet and fitness goals. Diversity Woman
- [Get Heart Smart](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/get-heart-smart/) - Heart disease is the leading cause of death among women—here’s how to minimize your risk By Leslie Pepper As an entrepreneur, Yewande Austin, 46, was accustomed to a hectic schedule. Days as long as 16 to 18 hours didn’t faze her, and she only added to that when she began a master’s program in England,
- [Four Ways to Improve Your Health in 2019](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/four-ways-to-improve-your-health-in-2019/) - How small changes can have a lasting impact By Julissa McClean New year, new you, right? Well, maybe. A New Year’s resolution is no different from a crash diet. Sure, it can be a jump start, but if you don’t put in the work, you’ll likely crash and burn before you begin to see lasting results. Let’s
- [Smart Health](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/smart-health/) - Technology to track and actively improve your health is exploding on the market By Leslie Pepper Health tech gadgets have gone way beyond the smart watch. These days, technology puts health care right in your hands, offering you power and control you’ve never had before. “You might have heard the phrase ‘tech is in everything.’ These days
- [Vitamins 101 for Women](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/vitamins-101-for-women/) - A healthy, balanced diet, reduces the need for vitamins and supplements. Find out which ones you might still need. By Nora Isaacs To supplement or not to supplement? For many years, the advice about whether to add supplements to your diet seemed to change. But today’s wisdom is abundantly clear: eating a balanced diet is
- [Seven Ways to Get a Good Night's Sleep](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/seven-ways-to-get-a-good-nights-sleep/) - Tossing and turning at night? Join the club. But don’t despair. Here are some solutions. By Julissa McClean Ideally, you have a pretty routine lifestyle. You eat healthy foods and consistently exercise. You wake up and go to bed at the same time each day—and get seven to nine hours of sleep. Oh wait, you don’t
- [Mobile Phones](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/mobile-phones-2/) - Where were you in 1992? If you had a mobile phone back then, chances are that, like Michael Douglas in the 1987 film Wall Street, you needed two hands to hold the device to your ear.
- [Women's Studies: Breaking Tradition](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/womens-studies-breaking-tradition/) - Over the last decade or so, women have flocked to nontraditional areas of study, earning increasing numbers of bachelor’s degrees in law enforcement, security, firefighting, and other protective services.
- [Fiction vs. Reality](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/fiction-vs-reality/) - Twenty years ago, not only were we watching a different set of TV shows—we were watching TV very differently.
- [Women's Health](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/womens-health/) - Over the past decade or so, women’s health has shown notable improvements in some areas—and suffered big setbacks in others.
- [Moving Costs](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/moving-costs/) - The year 1993 wasn’t exactly the golden age of travel, but most items were certainly a lot cheaper than they are today.
- [The Supersizing of America](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/the-supersizing-of-america/) - Versus When you lead a busy life, you’re likely to eat out more. And when you eat out, the portion that arrives on your plate is often much too big. Sounds familiar, right? Portion sizes began creeping up in the 1970s, ballooned in the 1980s, and have shrunk only modestly since, if at all—even though nutrition
- [Average Workweek Length](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/average-workweek-length/) - If you lived and worked in the United States in the 1800s, chances are you worked a good 70 hours per week. The average workweek* has steadily decreased for the general population, but if you’re in senior leadership, you’re probably still burning the midnight oil. In 2006, 58 percent of senior executives and managers worked 51
- [UNPLUG!](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/unplug/) - Reclaim Your Time (and Mind) with a Digital Detox You may think that being constantly connected to your digital devices is helping you get ahead. But at what cost? Turns out it could be a pretty high one. Nearly one in five Americans say the use of technology is a significant source of stress, according
- [Embrace Ambiguity](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/embrace-ambiguity/) - The Goldman Sachs CDO on the positives of ambiguity, returning to the workforce, and intersectionality Anilu Vazquez-Ubarri, who grew up in Puerto Rico and came to the United States to study at Princeton, has long been integral in promoting diversity at the financial firm Goldman Sachs. Today she is the company’s leader in this area, as managing director,
- [The People Business](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/the-people-business/) - 5 Minutes with Nellie Borrero: Accenture It takes courage to be successful at advocating for diversity and inclusion Growing up in New York City, Nellie Borrero learned early that to thrive in life, she had to resist the urge to take things personally. Today, the senior global inclusion and diversity managing director at Accenture says this maxim has been one
- [The Language of D&I: 5 Minutes with Yolanda Conyers](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/the-language-of-di-5-minutes-with-yolanda-conyers/) - The CDO for global computing giant Lenovo impacts the bottom line by blending East and West Yolanda Conyers, vice president of global human resources and chief diversity officer for Lenovo, has a challenging role—leveraging diversity and inclusion in a global company with a Chinese heritage. Since 2007 Conyers has broadened and created the We Are
- [Diversity Delivers Results](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/diversity-delivers-results/) - Ask Alicia Petross, the Hershey Company’s vice president of diversity, inclusion, and engagement, what she is most proud of, and her answer is clear: diversity and inclusion are more than aspirational goals. Petross points to the fact that Hershey is one of two Fortune 500 companies whose CEO and CFO are women. Additionally, two African American
- [Stepping into the Future of D&I with Dr. Andrea Hendricks](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/stepping-into-the-future-of-di-with-dr-andrea-hendricks/) - While a psychology student at Kansas State University, Dr. Andrea Hendricks learned about the importance of diversity through participating in student groups and working in the university’s D&I office. From those experiences, “I knew I wanted diversity as part of my plan,” she says. Today Hendricks is the senior executive director of diversity and inclusion strategy
- [Diversity as a Business Initiative](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/diversity-as-a-business-initiative/) - Jolen Anderson sees her diversity and inclusion work not just as a career but as a calling. Armed with a legal background, she has held diversity, HR and legal roles with Visa, for which she is currently senior vice president and chief diversity officer. Anderson loves the challenges that come with pushing against the status quo.
- [5 Minutes with Emily Pitts](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/5-minutes-with-emily-pitts/) - Building Bridges Through Diversity by Tamara E. Holmes A financial advisor with investment firm Edward Jones, Emily Pitts noticed that the industry had few people of color. That led her to wonder what Edward Jones could do better to attract and retain a more diverse workforce. The question sparked a new passion and, eventually, a
- [Inside the Quest for Inclusion](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/inside-the-quest-for-inclusion/) - 5 Minutes with Cynthia Bowman As the chief diversity and inclusion officer at Bank of America, Cynthia Bowman has a simple question for clients, community partners, and employees: What do you want the power to do? “What people want is ‘just the power to be me,’” she says. “You always want to feel like you belong,
- [A D&I Approach That Delivers](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/a-di-approach-that-delivers/) - Growing up in a diverse and eclectic community taught Wendy Lewis that diversity can influence how we think, feel, and act. “How I was raised is what provided the foundation for my career,” says Lewis, the global chief diversity officer and vice president of Global Community Engagement for McDonald’s. Before she joined McDonald’s, Lewis spent nearly
- [D&I at a Pivotal Point in Time](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/di-at-a-pivotal-point-in-time/) - 5 Minutes with Sandra Phillips Rogers Rogers has many roles, but in a year marked by historic change, none is more critical than her role as a diversity officer. Phillips Rogers is group vice president, chief legal officer, general counsel, and corporate secretary of Toyota Motor North America (TMNA). She also chairs the TMNA Management
- [From Vineyard Worker to Vintner](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/from-vineyard-worker-to-vintner/) - Amelia Morán Ceja’s family moved from the small village of Las Flores, Jalisco, Mexico, to Napa Valley when she was 12 years old to join her father, Felipe Morán, a vineyard worker.
- [The Art of Business](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/the-art-of-business/) - by Kimberly Olson Nawal Motawi started making decorative ceramic tiles in her parents’ garage studio and selling them at a local farmers’ market. Motawi, who comes from a family of American and Egyptian entrepreneurs, says business ownership is in her blood. Her companies, Motawi Tileworks and Rovin Ceramics (her former materials supplier), located in Ann
- [A Healthy Investment](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/a-healthy-investment/) - As entrepreneur Star Cunningham demonstrates, personal need often launches the best ideas By Ruchika Tulshyan Star Cunningham wants you to know that women can build billion-dollar companies. She also wants you to know that health-care professionals do eat pizza. Occasionally. The Chicago-based founder and CEO of 4D Healthware, an online health management platform, was enjoying
- [Cultivate Your Career: Lisa Skeete Tatum](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/cultivate-your-career-lisa-skeete-tatum/) - Unsure of her next career step, Lisa Skeete Tatum realized that many felt the same way—so she founded Landit, to help them navigate their career path. By Lindsay Gutierrez As a child, Lisa Skeete Tatum dreamed of being the first woman astronaut in space. Her life went in a different direction, but as cofounder and
- [The Joy of Disruption](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/the-joy-of-disruption/) - Growing up in Ghana, virtual reality entrepreneur Mary Spio learned that technology can be not only mind-blowing but also mind-expanding By April Kilcrease When Mary Spio was growing up in Ghana, members of the military took over the government. “Some of my schoolmates’ parents were shot to death by firing squad, and my own dad
- [Mahisha Dellinger: Risk to Niche](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/mahisha-dellinger-risk-to-niche/) - A corporate scare turns an employee into an entrepreneur By Sheon Wilson It wasn’t easy finding a natural hair section in stores when Mahisha Dellinger started CURLS in 2002. National retailers weren’t offering much shelf space to products for customers with curly, wavy, and kinky hair who wear their natural texture, rather than straightening it.
- [Healthy Hair is the "Mane" Choice](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/healthy-hair-is-the-mane-choice/) - Turning a bad experience into a thriving business By Tonya Johnson Courtney Adeleye knows just what it takes to own and operate a successful business. Before she launched The Mane Choice in 2013, she had opened a photography studio and launched a clothing boutique. She learned from those experiences, but it was her love of
- [Not in My Backyard](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/not-in-my-backyard/) - Nonprofit CEO Jennifer Loving has developed relationships with tech companies to take on Silicon Valley’s most vexing issue—homelessness By Jackie Krentzman When Jennifer Loving was growing up in Southern California in the 1970s and ’80s, her uncle was a “fire-and-brimstone” minister. He ran a church in Venice Beach that served as a haven for the many homeless
- [Deconstructing a Roboticist’s World](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/deconstructing-a-roboticists-world/) - Between hard hats and experiments with dusty robots, Tessa Lau follows a leadership approach that’s human first and foremost By Aditi Malhotra Inside a small warehouse in a nondescript building in Silicon Valley, Tessa Lau and her team of six roboticists at Dusty Robotics have set up shop to build a robot that will automate a
- [Lynn Perkins: The Mommy Entreprenuer](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/lynn-perkins-the-mommy-entreprenuer/) - The start-up veteran made life easier for moms when she launched a company while taking time off to be with her children By Katrina Brown Hunt In 2011, Lynn Perkins took a break from the tech world to spend quality time with her small kids. In doing so, she came up with her next start-up
- [Ready, Set, Soar](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/ready-set-soar/) - Cofounder Milena Berry’s PowerToFly helps top companies, from tech start-ups to the Fortune 500, connect with talented women [vc_separator type='transparent' position='center' color='' thickness='' up='25' down='25'] Milena Berry grew up in Bulgaria, during the country’s final years under Communism. As a kid, she loved challenging herself. Watching a Russian TV show on Friday nights helped her
- [Change at the Top](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/change-at-the-top/) - The NCAA is putting a full-court press on increasing diversity and inclusion in college athletics Over the past 50 years or so, collegiate sports have been considered one of the most inclusionary elements of American society. College athletics became universally integrated by race in the 1960s, and in 1972, Title IX mandated equality for girls’
- [The Team Builder](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/the-team-builder/) - Creating strong teams at Zurich North America By Kimberly Olson Early in Brian Little’s career, conversations with senior leaders caused something to click. “What I really liked at that time was being able to talk to a CEO or CFO,” he says. “I enjoyed learning about their work and how they saw people.” During his
- [Driving Diversity: Tariq Myers](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/driving-diversity-tariq-myers/) - Lyft’s head of inclusion and diversity is determined to tackle Silicon Valley’s inclusion challenges head-on By Kimberly Olson Last year, Tariq Meyers, not long out of college, became the first head of inclusion and diversity at Lyft, the peer-to-peer ride-sharing company whose vehicles initially became recognizable for their furry pink mustaches. Meyers was hired as
- [Seeding Change](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/seeding-change/) - Astad Dhunjisha, CDO of Monsanto, talks to Diversity Woman about the challenges—and the advantages—of practicing D&I in the global agricultural industry by Antonia Hernandez When Astad Dhunjisha was 12, his family moved back to his native India from Bahrain, where his father held a position in finance. Returning to his homeland was a culture shock. “Even though
- [Paying It Forward](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/paying-it-forward/) - Procter & Gamble’s chief diversity officer believes that we must bring an empathy lens to both our organization and our personal life By Julissa McClean William P. Gipson lives the Procter & Gamble motto every day: he is “touching lives and improving life,” through his work at P&G and beyond. As the newly appointed president of End-to-End
- [Leading With Purpose](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/leading-with-purpose/) - Reginald J. Miller, VF’s head of global inclusion and diversity, is a former US Army sergeant who knows what it takes for diverse teams to succeed While growing up in Osceola, Arkansas—a region where the economy suffered and the racial divides were blatant—Reginald J. Miller was a standout student from an early age. As a
- [Young Entrepreneur: Sumaya Kazi](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/young-entrepreneur-sumaya-kazi/) - Each week, Sumaya Kazi, a 25-year-old Bangladeshi-American living in the San Francisco Bay Area, puts in 40 to 50 hours at her full-time job as a social and new media marketing manager at Sun Microsystems. She then puts in another 20 to 40 hours every week as executive director of her own company, TheCulturalConnect.com. Kazi
- [Young Entrepreneur: Danae Ringelmann](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/young-entrepreneur-danae-ringelmann/) - Just out of college, independent film enthusiast Danae (Da-NAY) Ringelmann was working as a financial analyst with J.P. Morgan when she attended a Hollywood-meets-Wall Street event. Sporting her company badge, she instantly became the most popular guest at the party. “People thought I was there to finance films. I remember clearly an accomplished 70-year-old filmmaker
- [Young Entrepreneur: Staying Afloat in Wine](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/young-entrepreneur-staying-afloat-in-wine/) - From Cabernets to Chardonnays, Alyssa Rapp loves wine. While serving as copresident of the wine club at Stanford, where she earned her MBA, the young entrepreneur decided to parlay her passion into a career. “I realized something seismic was happening in the wine industry, with people under 40 becoming more interested in it, and with
- [Bridging the Tech Gap](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/bridging-the-tech-gap/) - Next Young Entrepreneur: Jessica Scorpio If someone challenged you to come up with an idea that could make life better for one billion people over the next 10 years, what would you do? Jessica Scorpio cofounded Getaround, a company that aims to reduce the environmental impact of cars by enabling owners to rent out their
- [It's in the Bag](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/its-in-the-bag/) - Because she couldn’t find a bag both stylish and functional, Lau founded her own handbag company Joanna Lau has never been one to wallow in the status quo. Even as a youngster, she prized standing out over fitting in. “I grew up in a family that always championed dreaming big,” she says. Some businesspeople might rest
- [A Health Scare Becomes an Opportunity](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/a-health-scare-becomes-an-opportunity/) - by Katherine Griffin Kelsey Minarik turned a scary blood clot into a business opportunity. Eight years ago, Minarik was flying cross-country to celebrate her 21st birthday in New York when one of her legs swelled up. It was a deep vein thrombosis, a type of blood clot that can be fatal if it travels to
- [Doing Good Through Gaming](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/doing-good-through-gaming/) - Entrepreneur leverages the power of technology to improve health outcomes Yuting Su has always focused on helping people, but her methods for doing so have changed—and dramatically. The 30-year-old, who is originally from Taiwan, once worked in a hospital as a respiratory therapist. In that job, Su was able to see firsthand how the power of
- [Fueling the Tech Pipeline](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/fueling-the-tech-pipeline/) - by Katherine Griffin In 2040, African Americans and Latinos will make up nearly 40 percent of the population of the United States. Yet if present trends in the technology workforce continue, they will hold just 5 percent of tech jobs at the top companies. Laura Weidman Powers co-founded Code2040 to make sure this gloomy forecast
- [Proving That Authenticity Sells](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/proving-that-authenticity-sells/) - Kiera Please started posting about hair and fashion on Instagram in 2012, with the goal of simply expressing herself online. But as she noticed an uptick in followers, the 24-year-old soon realized her self-expression was a tangible business asset. Having majored in advertising at Virginia Commonwealth University, Please was savvy enough to know that her social
- [Using Business School to Solve Global Problems](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/using-business-school-to-solve-global-problems/) - When Sabrina Natasha Habib was in college, she was intrigued by the idea of moving to a foreign country and working in a local community. Following graduation, the 31-year-old Toronto native got that chance. Habib landed a fellowship in Kenya. One day, she accompanied colleagues to a “babycare.” This unlicensed home-based day-care center was customary in
- [Getting Ready for a Visit from Aunt Flo](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/getting-ready-for-a-visit-from-aunt-flo/) - Claire Coder, 23, got her first taste of entrepreneurship at just seven years old. Seeing construction workers laboring outside one hot day, she thought a lemonade stand might make a successful venture, but then it dawned on her that she had never seen her dad—also a construction worker—drink lemonade. “What I did see my dad drinking
- [Young Entrepreneur: Tiffany Pang](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/young-entrepreneur-tiffany-pang/) - Tackling Homelessness One City at a Time After San Francisco native Tiffany Pang graduated from Yale, she noticed a change in the neighborhoods she had grown up in. “We saw this sharp rise in gentrification,” the 30-year-old says. However, along with it came a rise in homelessness. “It was very disheartening to see my hometown
- [Engendering Women’s Health and Leadership](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/engendering-womens-health-and-leadership/) - Success is about putting yourself out there and taking a risk, Pamela Barnes says. She ought to know.
- [The Drive for Corporate Responsibility](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/the-drive-for-corporate-responsibility/) - Newton has done just about everything but rotate tires in her 22-year career at Toyota. The new chief corporate social responsibility officer—in charge of Toyota’s diversity and philanthropy initiatives—used to be the auto company’s chief diversity officer.
- [The Executive Whisperer](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/the-executive-whisperer/) - Plenty of kids want to grow up to be a doctor—a veterinarian or a pediatrician. But when she was a kid in Boston, Cassandra Frangos wanted to be a different kind of healer.
- [Dream Fulfillment](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/dream-fulfillment/) - Every good movie needs a few plot twists, and film producer Zola Marshariki has embraced that storyline strategy often, especially in her own career.
- [The Courage to Be Herself](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/the-courage-to-be-herself/) - Pursuing her passion for personal development, Pope has launched a professional human capital development coaching and consulting company called CULTIVATE.
- [Clean Tech](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/clean-tech/) - A cleaning industry CEO shares how new technology leads to cleaner rooms and satisfied employees By Katrina Brown Hunt One of biggest challenges in Dr. Ilham Kadri’s industry is that often you can’t see the success. “The problem with ‘clean’ is that it’s invisible—if you can see the dirt, it’s too late,” says Kadri, the
- [The Harmony Maker](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/the-harmony-maker/) - This Latin Grammy executive embraces a multitude of musical and business styles By Katrina Brown Hunt Davina Aryeh acknowledges that the latest initiative at the Latin Grammy Awards could not have come at a more appropriate time. The new Leading Ladies program, which Aryeh helped launch as the chief marketing officer for the Latin Recording
- [The STEM Evangelist](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/the-stem-evangelist/) - The Hong Kong native and Cisco SVP never was told when growing up “girls don’t do math” By Jackie Krentzman KC Wu, Cisco’s senior vice president, Operations Architecture, is responsible for keeping the company’s operating platform—in effect, its complex machinery—finely tuned and operating at full potential. Operations Architecture utilizes data and Cisco’s talented team to
- [Rebecca Jacoby: The Tech Accelerator](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/rebecca-jacoby-the-tech-accelerator-2/) - By: Katrina Brown Hunt Jacoby, one of the highest-ranking women at Cisco, is charged with fostering an inclusive environment Rebecca Jacoby didn’t enter the tech world out of a long-time love for STEM. According to the Cisco executive, her early interests were far from technology. “My absolute favorite activity as a child was reading,” says
- [Dr. Stacy McAfee: Education to Power a Nation](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/dr-stacy-mcafee-education-to-power-a-nation/) - As the first female president of the University College of the Cayman Islands, Dr. McAfee arrives with a bold vision By Kimerley Olson As a child, Stacy McAfee loved to pretend that she was a teacher. As she got older, she was equally drawn to business. Happily, she found that she didn’t have to choose between
- [Taking a Leap](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/taking-a-leap/) - Susan Johnson, SunTrust’s CMO, initially stumbled into the field—and is now a respected and innovative corporate marketing guru By Sheryl Nance-Nash Sometimes you don’t have to look beyond your own backyard for inspiration. That was certainly the case for Susan Johnson. Her mother, who emigrated from Jamaica to New York, worked full-time and went to college
- [Turning Passion Into Purpose](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/turning-passion-into-purpose/) - Power Suit: Kathleen Wilson-Thompson A desire to look out for the interests of others led Kathleen Wilson-Thompson to her calling By Carolyn M. Brown Kathleen Wilson-Thompson grew up in the 1970s in Saginaw, Michigan, which was a booming General Motors town where Blacks were able to acquire gainful employment, enter the middle class, and provide
- [The Art of Graceful Delegation](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/the-art-of-graceful-delegation/) - When delegating is done well, employees feel engaged and empowered to do meaningful work. Workplace performance improves, and productivity increases.
- [It's Your Time](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/its-your-time/) - Whether your skin color is red, brown, white, or yellow, it’s your time to stake your claim in American corporations. Whether you are a woman who was raised with a silver spoon placed lovingly between her lips, or you’re returning to work after having a baby or taking care of an aging parent, it’s your
- [Diversity of Thought](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/diversity-of-thought/) - The idea that our thinking is shaped by our culture, background, experiences, and personalities is core to the concept of diverse thought.
- [Women of Faith in the Workplace](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/women-of-faith-in-the-workplace/) - American workplaces are often not set up to support religiously observant workers, particularly women. Here are some tips on how to create a more inclusive workplace for women of faith. By Liz Joslin For Hedieh Fakhriyazdi, faith comes up every day at the office. Working as a senior manager in global diversity and social responsibility
- [Tackling Tech’s Diversity Problem](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/tackling-techs-diversity-problem/) - Coding bootcamps are one way to address the industry’s poor record By Ellen Lee Two years ago, in one of the worst downpours that season, Kim Merino was lifting a treadmill out of a UPS truck and delivering it to a customer. It wasn’t what she wanted to do. What Merino wanted to do was
- [Hurdling the Tech Gender Gap](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/hurdling-the-tech-gender-gap/) - We all know the tech industry has a gender gap problem that companies need to address. In the meantime, what can women do to gain a foothold—and advance? By Ellen Lee First, the good news: Major tech companies report that the percentage of women in senior leadership is increasing. For instance, between 2014 and 2018,
- [Sexual Harassment at Work](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/sexual-harassment-at-work/) - Expert advice on how to respond By Kimberly Olson In recent months, sexual harassment allegations have been lodged against dozens of prominent men—from Hollywood to Silicon Valley to Congress. While media attention tends to focus on those with high-profile careers, sexual harassment occurs in all kinds of workplaces. As people share their personal stories on social media
- [The Power of Soft Skills](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/the-power-of-soft-skills/) - Today, “hard skills” are all the rage. However, hiring for the so-called soft skills can be just as critical for ensuring success. By Sheryl Nance-Nash When it comes to hiring, you know that you’re looking for a particular set of skills and qualities, whether degrees from Ivy League institutions, certifications, impressive job titles, or P&L responsibilities,
- [It's Millennials Time](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/its-millennials-time/) - What are the success secrets of the largest generation in the workforce today? By Ruchika Tulshyan It took Leen Kawas, the 32-year-old CEO of M3 Biotechnology, plenty of fortitude to raise her first million dollars for her biotechnology start-up. “I kept getting told that as a woman, and especially because I was young, being
- [The Younger Boss](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/the-younger-boss/) - Dear DW, Do you have any tips for working with a younger boss? Signed, Confused Baby Boomer Dear Confused Baby Boomer, That’s a question lots of people are asking! It’s not just baby boomers working for Millennials—the older you get, the more likely it is that you’ll be asked to report to someone younger. When
- [The Unproductive Coworker](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/the-unproductive-coworker/) - by Katherine Griffin Dear DW, One of my coworkers isn’t pulling his weight, and it’s really bugging me. How can I handle this without looking bad? Signed, Resentful Colleague Dear Resentful Colleague, Tricky situation! You’re right to approach it with caution. The first question to ask yourself is whether your coworker’s inattentiveness is having a
- [Cursing Coworkers](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/cursing-coworkers/) - Dear DW, My boss and some coworkers often use language in the workplace I find offensive. How do I best manage the situation without bringing about a backlash? Signed, I’m Really Not a Prude Dear Not a Prude, Coarse language in the workplace can be challenging to address. Someone may find use of the “D”
- [The Awkward Reference Check](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/awkward-reference-check/) - Dear DW, I’ve been asked by someone I supervised a few years ago for a reference. She did only an adequate job, but I like her and wish her the best. What should I say? Signed, Feeling Awkward Dear Feeling Awkward, You might consider talking with your former direct report to find out what she’s
- [The Other Age Discrimination](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/the-other-age-discrimination/) - Dear DW, I am 30 but look younger. I work in a large firm and colleagues ask me how old I am, or assume I am an intern. Worse, I find that I am given assignments that are not commensurate with my experience and skill set. How do you suggest I handle this? Signed, Take
- [Chatty Coworkers](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/chatty-coworkers/) - Dear DW, Every time I’m making great progress on a work project, one of my coworkers will stop by my desk to chat about the most trivial things. While I like my coworkers, how can I discourage these conversations without hurting my workplace relationships? Signed, Rather Be Silent Sandy Dear Rather Be Silent Sandy, If you’re
- [Is After-Work Socializing Mandatory?](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/is-after-work-socializing-mandatory/) - Dear DW, My team likes to go out for lunch or after-work drinks. I like everyone and want to be a team player, but I am too busy. How do I turn down these invitations without seeming like I am not a team player? Signed, Friendly But Busy Dear Friendly But Busy, If your only reason
- [How to Get Respect in Meetings](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/how-to-get-respect-in-meetings/) - Dear DW, My coworker is always interrupting me and dominating the discussion during meetings. How can I handle this situation gracefully? Signed, Tired of Being Talked Over Dear Tired, Not only can a domineering coworker be annoying, but he or she can inhibit the sharing of game-changing ideas. Try waiting for a pause and politely say,
- [How to Energize a Reluctant Co-worker](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/how-to-energize-a-reluctant-co-worker/) - Dear DW, I’m working on a group project, and one of my colleagues isn’t pulling her weight. We need all hands on deck in order for this project to succeed. What should I do? Signed, Burdened by Too Much Weight Dear Burdened, Even if we don’t have a formal leadership title, we can use leadership tools to help
- [Untangling Travel Snafus](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/untangling-travel-snafus/) - Business travel doesn’t have to be a hassle—if you know how to plan for delays and cozy up to your airline of choice.
- [How to Get a Good Night’s Sleep](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/how-to-get-a-good-nights-sleep/) - Shortcuts Sleep problems have become something of an epidemic: one-third of adults in the United States report sleeping fewer than seven hours a night, and a similar number say they nod off in the daytime at least once a month. These tips from the National Sleep Foundation can help you get the rest you need.
- [Conquering Your Goals](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/conquering-your-goals/) - Do you have goals you’ve thought about for years but don’t seem to be getting any closer to? These tips, based on research by psychology professor Gail Matthews of Dominican University of California, may help. 1. Write your goals down. Getting the goals out of your head and onto a piece of paper (or a
- [Can You Mono-task?](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/can-you-mono-task/) - by Katherine Griffin In recent years, studies have shown that, contrary to conventional belief, multitasking isn’t efficient. Our brains can’t truly handle more than one thing at once, and the microseconds spent switching between tasks actually diminish our focus. So how to resist the temptation to multitask? A few simple habits can make a big
- [Work Smarter, Not Harder](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/work-smarter-not-harder/) - We all want to get more done. But the solution doesn’t always require spending more time plugging away. Instead, try these tips and tricks for working smarter—and the result will be better efficiency. Break work into 90-minute blocks • Our brains concentrate best for about 90 minutes at a stretch. Synch your schedule to take
- [Delegating Made Easy](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/delegating-made-easy/) - Letting go is hard. But once you learn how, your career will reap the benefits. It’s a natural tendency to want to do everything ourselves. However, in the workplace (and in other aspects of life as well), we need to trust and rely on others to ensure the best possible outcomes. This means letting go and
- [Distractible You](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/distractible-you/) - Minimizing distractions takes discipline and handy tools and tips A 2017 study by the staffing firm OfficeTeam revealed that the average deskbound (or laptop-bound) professional wastes an average of 56 minutes a day using her mobile devices for nonwork activities. That’s in addition to another 42 minutes a day spent on personal tasks. Here are
- [Flying Right](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/flying-right/) - Pack like a pro for your next business trip For many professional women, stress is a part of the job. But business travel can make it decidedly worse: more than one-third of business travelers say traveling for work makes them more stressed than usual, according to a 2017 study by travel risk management company On Call
- [How to Declutter Your Computer](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/how-to-declutter-your-computer/) - Can’t find the updated version of your latest report? It might be time to do a little digital housekeeping. Here are some ways to free up storage space, boost your productivity, and simplify your tech. Create a simpler screen. Hide icons that are time-wasters, as well as those that you don’t use regularly. In Windows,
- [Overwhelmed? Break Projects into Smaller Pieces](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/overwhelmed-break-projects-into-smaller-pieces/) - Huge projects can be intimidating. Use these tips to split your next big chore into manageable chunks. Know the difference between a task and a project. A project is an achievement that takes several steps to complete. A task is a single step on the road to the finish line. Write down every step.To identify your
- [Project Management Tools to Keep Your Remote Team on Track](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/project-management-tools-to-keep-your-remote-team-on-track/) - Now that you’re working with your teams remotely, project management tools are more important than ever. Each takes a different approach, so here are some of the key differences to help you choose the best one for you. Trello: Trello uses the Kanban Method, which lets you visualize every step of your process. Cards on
- [The Fastest Growing Careers in STEM](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/the-fastest-growing-careers-in-stem/) - There’s nothing smart about staying in a dead-end job. To help women identify the best path for career growth, financial technology company SmartAsset combed through data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics between 2014 and 2018 to find out what types of jobs experienced the fastest growth for women. While taxi driving and chauffeur jobs boasted
- [Are Companies Cultivating Women?](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/are-companies-cultivating-women/) - That gaps in pay and position still exist between men and women in the workplace is no secret.
- [Inclusion Begets Innovation](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/inclusion-begets-innovation/) - Does the feeling of being included make a difference in the workplace? Absolutely.
- [Diversity Trends](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/diversity-trends/) - As diversity gains traction, it’s being framed in fresh ways.
- [When Women Thrive](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/when-women-thrive/) - Etc. A comprehensive new assessment of women in the global workforce from Mercer, the international human resources consulting firm, has identified a “glaring and persistent gap in female workforce participation.” Although efforts at gender equality are under way in every region of the world, they are falling far short of what’s needed. “Underrepresentation of women
- [B-School Dean Gender Gap](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/b-school-dean-gender-gap/) - Good news: More women are heading up business schools. Not-so-good news: The woman-led schools, somewhat surprisingly, aren’t enrolling many more female students than the schools led by men.
- [The Outsiders](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/the-outsiders/) - A recent Catalyst report on the experience of “otherness” in the workplace turned up some dismaying findings, especially for women of color.
- [The State of Women-Owned Businesses - 2014](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/the-state-of-women-owned-businesses-2014/) - Whereas women are making slow but steady gains in Corporate America, female entrepreneurship is growing at a markedly rapid rate.
- [Technology Bias...in Business Roles](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/technology-bias-in-business-roles/) - It’s well known that in technical roles in tech-centric industries, women are struggling to gain parity.
- [Beyond Golf and Scotch](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/beyond-golf-and-scotch/) - Businessmen know the secret to success: the old boy network has put more than one man in the executive suite. It works because people tend to pass out opportunities, do business, and associate with other professionals based on similarity and comfort level. Breaking into the old boy network, however, hasn’t been—and still isn’t—a viable option for many women.
- [Embrace Your Inner Introvert](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/embrace-your-inner-introvert/) - Here’s how to use introversion to your advantage By Tamara Holmes Like many introverts, Julie Bush, 30, used to hate networking. The co-owner of Troy, New York-based consulting firm XperienceU Training and Leadership Development, recalls walking into networking events thinking, “I don’t want to be here.” At first she would try to emulate an extroverted colleague.
- [How to Create Your Own C-suite](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/how-to-create-your-own-c-suite/) - Figuring out your “why” in life can help you launch the next stage of your career By Tanisha A. Sykes In 2010, Shai Littlejohn, then an attorney at a law practice in Washington, DC, was working 50-plus hours a week. She eventually started her own law practice and wove in some bucket list items, but came to
- [Five Tips for Getting Ahead in the Workplace](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/five-tips-for-getting-ahead-in-the-workplace/) - The old rules don't apply By Pat Olsen In 2014, when Tania Moya, 28, landed her dream job with IBM, in Dallas, she was thrilled. Moya, who emigrated from Mexico when she was six, was the first in her family to graduate from college. Hired as a sales representative specializing in big data and analytics,
- [Ask and Ye Shall Receive](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/ask-and-ye-shall-receive/) - Eight tips for acing a performance review—and getting the pay you deserve By Janell Hazelwood There’s a common adage that many career experts, human resource executives, and professionals agree upon: when it comes to a salary boost or any type of professional advancement, you don’t get what you deserve—you get what you ask for. Whether
- [10 Steps to Mastering the Art of Networking](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/10-steps-to-mastering-the-art-of-networking/) - Hate networking? Here’s how to make it less onerous—and more rewarding. By Sheryl Nance-Nash What is it about networking that sometimes makes it seems more a necessary evil than a smart (sometimes even fun!) strategy for moving your career, business, or personal life forward? Maybe you think you don’t have time to run around
- [Stage Presence](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/stage-presence/) - How to overcome public-speaking jitters, connect with your audience, and give the best presentation of your career By Katie Morell The mental fog was palpable. Maryna Shkvorets’s body wasn’t connected to her brain. She knew it in that moment, but couldn’t do anything about it. This was more than a decade ago. Shkvorets—at the time, a
- [Innovate Your Leadership Presence](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/innovate-your-leadership-presence/) - Entrepreneurs and executives alike are elevating their careers with an executive coach By Erin Chan Ding When she started her own business, Emily Bermes heard from a bevy of detractors. Even her own mother told her she would fail. As did her then husband. Wracked with doubt, Bermes felt she needed an outside stabilizing force, one who
- [Light Your Fire](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/light-your-fire/) - Feeling burned out? Here’s why, along with seven tips to get your spark back. By Tanisha A. Sykes Everything at work is clicking on all cylinders, and you’re saying yes! to new projects and leading teams. All the while you’re feeling like a rock star, with the coveted corner office in your sights. Then it hits
- [How to Navigate Your Career](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/how-to-navigate-your-career/) - Sponsors add value to your career in a deeper way than mentors. Here’s how to find the right person. By Sheryl Nance-Nash Women, especially women of color, face challenges when trying to successfully navigate the world of work alone. There’s nothing like having a mentor, but that’s just part of the equation. You need a
- [Dining for Success](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/dining-for-success/) - Dining etiquette is often overlooked, but can make or break your career. Our guide to dining right.
- [Be Your Best Self](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/be-your-best-self/) - How to cash in on your Distinctive Uniqueness Regina Huber Have you ever caught yourself wanting to be perfect? That’s not surprising. We women are raised to please, juggle multiple roles, be polished and patient, magically add extra hours to the day when 24 are not enough, and, on top of all that, look like we’re fresh
- [Millennials: Doing It Their Way](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/millennials-doing-it-their-way/) - Millennials are carving out their own path in the fight for gender equality. By Kendra Elaine Every generation fought for equality in its own way, and millennials are no different. Shenetha, a baby boomer, watched her mother work for the St. Louis City water division for over 30 years until she retired. Despite her mother coming
- [The Invisibility Cloak Is Off—for Women in Tech](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/the-invisibility-cloak-is-off-for-women-in-tech/) - Shows such as Bull, Mr. Robot, and Orphan Black represent supercool women as techies. by Marilyn Nagel Women are in the minority in senior roles in every industry and are even less represented in STEM fields. Further, women’s progress in STEM fields is not as swift as in others, such as law or finance. Men are almost 2.5
- [Women Should See Themselves in Politics](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/women-should-see-themselves-in-politics/) - by Gina Glantz Every election season, this term pops up in the media: women’s issues. Discussions of so-called women’s issues are where you find most women commentators, certainly many more than in discussions of economics and foreign policy, as if these topics were of no concern to women. GenderAvenger, in partnership with the Rutgers University
- [Can We Learn From Hollywood?](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/can-we-learn-from-hollywood/) - Who are the “hidden figures” in your organization? In spite of the growing diversity of the United States, people of color oftentimes have been portrayed negatively by the media and the entertainment industry. These negative stereotypes have an impact on how people of color are perceived in other arenas—not least of all, work settings. For
- [A Country—and Workplace—Divided](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/a-country-and-workplace-divided/) - What business leaders need to know At this point, the country feels quite divided in a number of ways. A rise in hate crimes targeting racial/ethnic minorities has disturbed many, while others claim overreaction. Some assert that police forces are woefully underresourced and need additional support, while others protest police shootings committed within unarmed communities of
- [You're Not Alone](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/youre-not-alone/) - by Katherine Giscombe,PhD Feeling exhausted all the time? Can’t sleep? Stressed out? Most people would probably say “yes” to all of the above. But does race have anything to do with it? Could the fact that you are a person of color somehow impact you differently? A growing body of research suggests there is a
- [Gender Equality and Lower-Wage Woman Workers](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/gender-equality-and-lower-wage-woman-workers/) - The women who bear the brunt of explicit bias tend to be lower-wage workers The theme of this year’s Diversity Woman conference, “100 Years Is Too Long For Gender Equality,” expresses the impatience that many of us feel regarding the slow path toward achieving gender equality in the workplace—particularly as it is felt more explicitly
- [Reducing the “Emotional Tax” Paid by Women of Color](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/reducing-the-emotional-tax-paid-by-women-of-color/) - Women and men of color often pay an “emotional tax” at work, feeling in a constant state of being “on guard.” Katherine Giscombe, PhD Do you ever find yourself preparing to deal with potential bias, discrimination, or exclusion at work? What about bracing for insults or avoiding certain social interactions? Many of these instances are
- [Women in Tech: Challenges and Opportunities](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/women-in-tech-challenges-and-opportunities/) - The masculine culture in the tech industry is often cited as a root cause of the gender gap in representation. by Katherine Giscombe,PhD At Catalyst, we work with a range of corporations and firms, and we know that women in tech-intensive industries face many challenges in advancing—or even remaining in their jobs. Our research shows that women in
- [Women of Color in Political Office: A Lever to Improve Diversity and Inclusion](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/women-of-color-in-political-office-a-lever-to-improve-diversity-and-inclusion/) - Katherine Giscombe, PhD In Catalyst’s continuing work on women in the workplace, we have found that a key success factor is having powerful sponsors in an organization who actively advocate for their protégés and help them acquire key positions. C-suite position holders are especially helpful in supporting overall diversity and inclusion efforts in their organizations. Yet, there are
- [Let's Start Talking](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/lets-start-talking/) - Even with the best intention, our words can hurt....The impact can be far-reaching and can affect business outcomes. Dnika J. Travis, PhD Effective communication is how we connect with one another—including across differences. It’s how we lead others. Effective communication is how women work together to make positive change in our lives, communities, and workplaces. Yet
- [Understanding Our Differences, Celebrating Our Uniqueness: EMC](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/understanding-our-differences-celebrating-our-uniqueness/) - What can women leaders do to promote leadership development for women?
- [Celebrate: Target](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/celebrate-target/) - “What leadership attributes do you value most in others and in yourself?” Amanda Vela, Group VP, Stores I value leaders who are authentic, build teams of diverse thought, have a fearless drive for success, and do it all while having fun. Authenticity and diversity bring different strategies; drive leads to great results and builds a team
- [Celebrate: Cisco](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/celebrate-cisco/) - “As a leader, what are you doing to champion diversity and inclusion at Cisco?” From left to right: Susie Wee, Vice President and Chief Technology Officer, DevNet Innovations • My leadership team is over half female in a male-dominated industry. When I hire, I don’t make compromises—I hire the best person for the job. Through
- [Celebrate: Hyatt](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/celebrate-hyatt/) - Photography by Fred Brown / FBP Studio “As a leader, what are you doing to champion diversity and inclusion at Hyatt?” From left to right: Amy Weinberg SVP, World of Hyatt & Consumer Insights Hiring more female executives helps to recruit more women, but having policies and support for women holistically—from good maternity policies and
- [Top States for Women to Retire](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/top-states-for-women-to-retire/) - When it comes to retirement, there is no one-size-fits-all solution. Whether you’re looking for affordability, fun, or romance, these states are worth a second look. • If you want a low cost of living: Your dollars will go furthest in Mississippi. Average home prices are less than $130,000. • If you want an active retirement:
- [Cyber Smarts](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/cyber-smarts/) - Five ways to protect yourself from hackers by Mindy Charski You’re not the US government or a global corporation, but that doesn’t mean your computer and the information on it wouldn’t interest cybercriminals. In fact, with so many ways to profit off you, hackers have many reasons to be interested. They could hijack your machine for
- [Protect yourself](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/protect-yourself/) - Safeguard your identity—both online and off! By Alexandra Kay Seventy percent of American consumers say they worry about identity theft and credit card hacking, according to a recent Gallup research poll. And with all the recent news about hacks—especially the latest at credit bureau firm Equifax—it’s hard not to be worried. Unfortunately, our worry isn’t
- [Identity Hack](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/identity-hack/) - It is not antisocial to limit who can access your social media account. Here’s how to protect your identity. By Victoria Lim On her way to St. Thomas in the US Virgin Islands a couple of years ago, Valerie Ramsey’s journey included a stopover in Puerto Rico. Using the free WiFi, she logged on to
- [Women, Investing & Retirement](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/women-investing-retirement/) - What you need to know to take control of your financial future Tanisha A. Sykes When it comes to investing, women and men have different strengths. While women earn less than men, they invest a larger percentage of their paychecks annually—9.0 percent versus 8.6 percent for men, according to Fidelity Investments. Men tend to take more
- [Lauren Conrad: Spreading a vision of entrepreneurship to women around the globe](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/lauren-conrad-spreading-a-vision-of-entrepreneurship-to-women-around-the-globe/) - Lauren Conrad can’t be put in a box. The former reality star turned entrepreneur, known for the MTV series Laguna Beach: The Real Orange County and The Hills, has launched a lifestyle brand and made a name for herself in fashion. Now she’s upping her efforts to help other women realize their entrepreneurial dreams. Since 2009,
- [Password Managers](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/password-managers/) - Online security breaches have been on the rise, and one way to protect yourself is with a good password management system. The basics of any useful system include features to help you create, remember, and securely store long, strong, and complex passwords. Here are three of the top options. They all include the basics, and
- [Disrupt Aging](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/disrupt-aging/) - Jo Ann Jenkins, CEO of AARP, is an exemplar of the organization’s new focus on redefining what it means to be age 50 or older in America today By Jackie Krentzman AARP chief executive officer Jo Ann Jenkins has no trouble owning her age. Born in 1958, the same year AARP (American Association of Retired
- [Even Keel](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/even-keel/) - As the first female CEO of a cruise line, Celebrity’s Lisa Lutoff-Perlo has the wind behind her by Jackie Krentzman Some 20 years ago, Lisa Lutoff-Perlo was rising through the sales department of Royal Caribbean Cruises. Her dream was to head the department. She wasn’t sure that her dream was going to come true, because
- [What White Women Can Do to Advance Women of Color](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/what-white-women-can-do-to-advance-women-of-color/) - by Trudy Bourgeois White women are the biggest beneficiaries of affirmative action, and they haven’t acknowledged it. Organizations have lulled themselves into thinking that they have made more progress on diversity than they actually have because they are not disaggregating the data showing that women of color are being left behind. More importantly, we
- [Anatomy of a virtual office](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/anatomy-of-a-virtual-office/) - Now that you’re working from home 95 percent of the time, the corner of your family room may no longer meet your office needs. Instead, follow these tips to set up a virtual home office that keeps you productive—and gives off the right impression. Splurge on an ergonomic chair and proper-sized desk. Uncomfortable office furniture
- [The Women in Tech Pipeline “Problem”](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/the-women-in-tech-pipeline-problem/) - by Dr. Dnika J. Travis The idea that there aren’t enough women in the pipeline for tech jobs is a myth that hides structural barriers to advancement. “We have robust pipelines and opportunities to create more,” said Allyson Kapin, founder of Women Who Tech, in a 2019 Quartz article on debunking tech’s pipeline problem. “But there’s a
- [Next Time You Need Top Talent, Hire from Within](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/next-time-you-need-top-talent-hire-from-within/) - While recruitment strategies are important for identifying top-notch talent, overlooking the superstars who are already in your organization can be costly. LinkedIn’s Global Talent Trends 2020 report found that a robust internal recruitment strategy can reduce employee turnover, which in turn can save companies money. In companies with a high level of internal recruiting, employees
- [The Inclusion Revolution](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/the-inclusion-revolution/) - by Katherine Griffin Nancy Di Dia has been a diversity leader for more than two decades. Since she became chief diversity officer at pharmaceutical company Boehringer Ingelheim 10 years ago, the company has won awards for its initiatives for LGBT employees, working parents, and others. Di Dia, who is also a certified executive coach, talked
- [Go Out on Top](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/go-out-on-top/) - About half of today’s workers stay in a job for fewer than five years, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics. How you navigate your next move can make all the difference in your career.
- [Time to Join the Cannibis Club?](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/time-to-join-the-cannibis-club/) - CBD and THC are touted as miracle cures. Here’s how to decide whether cannabis is right for you. By Anna Marrian Everyone seems to be talking about it. Your cousin added it to her coffee and suddenly perked up. A girlfriend says she’s been able to coax her partner back to the bedroom. All this buzz
- [Self-Promotion without Guilt](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/self-promotion-without-guilt/) - Guisselle Nuñez Self-promotion is the action of promoting or publicizing oneself or one’s activities. Why do so many of us, women in particular, feel guilty or uncomfortable doing it? Or avoid it altogether? Self-promotion is both strategy and art. It requires self-awareness as well as knowledge of your environment. The failure to master this skill can
- [Stepping Out: Paris](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/stepping-out-paris/) - Paris’s charm is palpable, starting with its café tables full of fashionable people spilling out onto the sidewalks. You’ll be tempted to spend your whole visit people watching while enjoying a glass of Clos Montmartre or an espresso. And if you learn just a few French phrases, you’ll discover that the rumored disdain from waiters is
- [Jessica Simpson: The Retail Empress](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/jessica-simpson-the-retail-empress/) - Is it possible that singer and actress Jessica Simpson could be considered the most successful celebrity entrepreneur? Simpson, 37, first hit the public eye as a singer, signing a record deal with Columbia Records when she was 16. She has sold 14.5 million albums worldwide. In 2006 she turned her attention to fashion and launched
- [Top Business Schools for Executive MBAs](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/top-business-schools-for-executive-mbas/) - Have at least a decade of work experience and want something more? Consider an executive MBA program, which caters to people already in the managerial ranks.
- [Cultural Competencies: The Myths](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/cultural-competencies-the-myths/) - Cultural competence, the ability to interact effectively across difference, is a significant contributor to success for both individuals and organizations.
- [Wielding Our Power](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/wielding-our-power/) - by Katherine Giscombe Have you ever thought about who influences societal change? Who is positioned to make lives better for Americans? Elected officials may come to mind. But when you think about the scope of responsibility and potential impact, one of the most powerful positions imaginable is being on a corporate board of directors. As
- [Team Members Not Playing Fair?](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/team-members-not-playing-fair/) - Research shows that victims of discrimination face a compromised professional image and expectations of poor performance, which are often damaging to their professional prospects.
- [Anatomy of …an Eye-Catching Résumé](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/anatomy-of-an-eye-catching-resume/) - Stand Out from the Pack The average recruiter spends just 7.4 seconds eyeballing a résumé, says career website TheLadders.com. Here’s how to make sure yours gets a second look. Keep it simple. Fifteen years ago, you didn’t have to worry about how your résumé would look if it were read on an iPhone, says Lisa Rangel,
- [From Monopoly to Madden NFL](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/from-monopoly-to-madden-nfl/) - Electronic Arts Chief Studios Officer Laura Miele is one of the few women to break into the leadership ranks in the gaming industry By Erin Chan Ding As a young girl, Laura Miele begged her parents to hold family game nights, as she was hooked on games like Monopoly and Battleship. Then Miele began playing video
- [Camila Alves: The Serial Entrepreneur](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/camila-alves-the-serial-entrepreneur/) - You may know Camila Alves as the fashion model wife of actor Matthew McConaughey. She’s fine with that—as long as people also recognize her multiple business ventures. When Alves came to Los Angeles from Brazil at 15 to visit her aunt, she fell in love with the country and decided to stay. After four years of
- [Life-Easing Apps](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/life-easing-apps/) - Life-Easing Apps Productivity apps for making our day (week, month, life!) run smoother are proliferating like time-blowing games. Diversity Woman cuts through the clutter with some of our favorite apps you might not have discovered. All are for iOS and Android. Pocket How many times have you come across an article or video you don’t
- [Resurrecting the Meeting](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/resurrecting-the-meeting/) - We’ve all been there: a stuffy conference room, a droning speaker, co-workers furtively checking emails.
- [Foreign Affairs](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/foreign-affairs/) - Nowadays, cultural competency goes well beyond learning to interact with those from different cultures who have come to work in the United States.
- [Lightening the Mental Load](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/lightening-the-mental-load/) - Companies can promote inclusion by helping women lessen their burdens at home. Few would be surprised to hear that women bear the brunt of housework. New research explains why companies should care and what they can do about it. Boston Consulting Group (BCG) surveyed more than 6,500 employees across different industries in 14 countries and found
- [Drew Barrymore: Flower Power](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/drew-barrymore-flower-power/) - Oftentimes, when celebrities decide to launch a business line, they target the luxury audience. After all, that is the world and market they know best. Actress Drew Barrymore, who launched her Flower Beauty Cosmetics makeup line in 2013, went in the other direction. She decided she wanted to develop a quality product line sold at affordable
- [Digital Tools for the Executive Search](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/digital-tools-for-the-executive-search/) - Sometimes climbing the corporate ladder requires a change of scenery. Yet jobs for high-level executives aren’t always the easiest to find. If you’re ready to explore new senior-level opportunities, keep these job search websites and apps top of mind. The Ladders Theladders.com With its focus on six-figure jobs, this website and app are particularly suited for seasoned
- [Women Helping Women](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/women-helping-women-2/) - We need to celebrate women’s accomplisments and the distance we have traveled.
- [Get It in Writing](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/get-it-in-writing/) - You’ve interviewed with five people, you like your prospective new boss, and you’ve been verbally offered the job you’re after. You’re in! Your next step, the company tells you, is to review and sign an offer letter.
- [Daring to Be Bold](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/daring-to-be-bold/) - Before Sabrina Hersi Issa was born, her parents fled political persecution in Somalia to build a new life in the United States.
- [Top College Majors in 2020](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/top-college-majors-2020/) - Whether you’re in the market for a sky-high salary, future job security, or a passion, these college majors are rife with opportunity. Engineering Three engineering majors made PayScale’s list of the top 10 highest-paying jobs. Petroleum engineering majors can anticipate making $94,500 annually early in their career, while electrical engineers can earn about $88,000 and
- [Stepping Out: Portland](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/stepping-out-portland/) - By Erika Mailman Portland is a city so steeped in individuality that a TV show lovingly poking fun at it has lasted eight seasons: the hilarious, Emmy-winning Portlandia. Visiting Portland provides a chance to be a little offbeat, so branch out and try a new cuisine or explore a part of the city you wouldn’t
- [Kate Hudson: Almost Famous, Always Fabletics](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/kate-hudson-almost-famous-always-fabletics/) - Actress Kate Hudson’s clothing brand, Fabletics, was born from her love of movement. Begun in 2013, it’s a line of accessibly priced activewear, including leggings, sports bras, and swimwear. Hudson, 37, catapulted to fame in 2000, when she was featured in the film Almost Famous and won a Golden Globe and an Oscar nomination. Since
- [Trust in the Workplace](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/trust-in-the-workplace/) - Establishing trust in working relationships is key to professional advancement.
- [Staying Flexible](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/staying-flexible/) - A flurry of events last year—most notably Marissa Mayer of Yahoo! putting the kibosh on telecommuting at that company—suggested that flexible work arrangements may be on the decline.
- [Engineering Diversity](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/engineering-diversity/) - Pilar Montoya has built a career out of making plans—but not letting plans make her.
- [How to Talk Religion in the Workplace](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/how-to-talk-religion-in-the-workplace/) - Dear DW, A colleague once told me she felt offended whenever someone says “God bless you.” How can I make sure I’m respectful of religious etiquette in the workplace? Signed, Asking in good faith Dear Asking, First of all, it’s against the law to treat a person unfavorably because of his or her religious belief,
- [Stars Who Mean Business: Sofia Vergara](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/stars-who-mean-business-sofia-vergara/) - You probably know Sofía Vergara as Gloria Delgado-Pritchett, the sexy, ditzy, funny Latina mom on ABC’s Modern Family.
- [Stress-Busting Tips](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/stress-busting-tips/) - Stress can put a wrinkle in your productivity and your health. Try these science-backed cures to keep yourself feeling calm. Take a lunchtime stroll in a park. Spending time in green spaces can lower the stress response. If you can’t take time off to go hiking, try a brief walk in a local park. Read during
- [Fallen off the Corporate Ladder? Here’s How to Climb Back On!](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/fallen-off-the-corporate-ladder-heres-how-to-climb-back-on/) - If you’ve lost a job, it’s normal to feel hurt, vulnerable, or angry. But there are many things you can do to take control of the situation and boost your spirits.
- [Rooting for Female Founders](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/rooting-for-female-founders/) - I am often asked, “How is business?” While I am very optimistic, the best answer comes to me in the memory of a turbulent flight I was on recently. As the plane shook and bucked in the air, we all fastened our seatbelts and tried to stay calm. When we finally (thankfully) touched down on
- [Negotiating Salary](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/negotiating-salary/) - Women can turn to certain strategies to make negotiations work.
- [Energizing Diversity & Inclusion](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/energizing-diversity-inclusion/) - LaTonya King directs Diversity and inclusion strategies for Charlotte, North Carolina–based Duke Energy.
- [Celebrating Differences all the Way Up the Ladder](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/celebrating-differences-all-the-way-up-the-ladder/) - How can organizations best promote diversity and inclusion?
- [Does Gender Matter in Negotiating?](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/does-gender-matter-in-negotiating/) - If you’re like many women who behave according to expectations—those of others and your own—you are most definitely shortchanging yourself.
- [Stepping Out: Cleveland](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/stepping-out-cleveland/) - This city, nestled against Lake Erie, was once the sixth largest in United States.
- [Get Social](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/get-social/) - If you’re new to social media, creating a campaign can seem overwhelming. Should you focus on Facebook, Twitter, Google+, Instagram, or Pinterest?
- [Slippers or Heels?](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/slippers-or-heels/) - Telecommuting stirs strong opinions on both sides.
- [Tapping Her Inner Muse](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/tapping-her-inner-muse/) - In 2011, in partnership with Alexandra Cavoulacos, Minshew founded The Muse.
- [Stepping Out: Boston](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/stepping-out-boston/) - Boston is one of the premier cities in the United States for history and museums. But it’s far from a stuffy place.
- [Fergie](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/fergie/) - She may be Stacy Ann Ferguson to her mom, but she’s Fergie to you: the Grammy Award–winning artist and front person for the Black Eyed Peas.
- [Navigate Your World](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/navigate-your-world/) - Whether you're navigating on city streets or through the woods, you donít have to go it alone. A GPS unit can help you find your way—and more. Today's devices will keep you connected to the internet, take photos, and even serve as a personal trainer.
- [Sponsors Help Women Advance](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/sponsors-help-women-advance/) - Diversity Insider: Ruchika Tulshyan I’m tired of hearing the oft-repeated wisdom: “women need to find mentors to ensure career success.” This is yet another step on the “fix women” ladder; women are constantly being told we should negotiate better, take greater risks, and “lean in” to get ahead. But much of this advice ignores the realities
- [Managing Your To-Do List](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/managing-your-to-do-list/) - Try these tips from time-management experts, geared to a few of the more common to-do list troubles.
- [The Future is Bright](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/the-future-is-bright/) - For Carmen Ortiz-McGhee, being an advocate for minority and women business owners is her passion.
- [Women Helping Women](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/women-helping-women/) - Right now, it’s a great time to be a woman. We are making huge strides in the business world, attaining more college degrees than men, and in several countries, we even hold the nation’s highest office.
- [Anatomy of a ... Tip: Proper Compensation](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/anatomy-of-a-tip-proper-compensation/) - The question of how much to tip can cause many of us to break out in a sweat.
- [From Toys to the White House Science Fair](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/from-toys-to-the-white-house-science-fair/) - FRESH INSIGHT: TrishCotter Many STEM advocates believe that the exposure needs to start with very young girls. A recent study by the Girl Scout Research Institute reports that American teenage girls are fascinated with the STEM subjects of science, technology, engineering, and math. According to the study, about 74 percent of high school girls across the
- [Getting the Help You Need at Work](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/getting-the-help-you-need-at-work/) - Understanding the unique power dynamics of your workplace is essential to professional success.
- [Jessica Alba](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/stars-who-mean-business-jessica-alba/) - Jessica Alba may be a Golden Globe–nominated actress, but her favorite role is mom.
- [What's Your Type?](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/whats-your-type/) - Nancy Friedman, president of Telephone Doctor, a customer service training company in St. Louis, MO, frequently writes about cell phone etiquette.
- [Ask DW: Whose Computer Is It?](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/ask-dw-whose-computer-is-it/) - Dear DW, I sometimes check personal e-mail, update my Facebook page, and browse online at work. My sense is that a lot of people do. But how OK is this, really? Signed, Secret User
- [Perfume in the Workplace](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/perfume-in-the-workplace/) - "I like to wear perfume to work, but a coworker asked me to stop wearing it because she has allergies. Do I really need to stop?”
- [Making the Business Case for D&I](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/making-the-business-case-for-di/) - Hyatt’s Tyronne Stoudemire has one overriding philosophy about D&I programs: they must enhance the bottom line
- [Plan Your Dream Trip—Now!](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/plan-your-dream-trip-now/) - Do those names make you scratch your head and go “huh?” Then you need to spend more time on the Internet. They’re among the dozens of websites that can help you plan your next getaway.
- [Coming from the crowd](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/coming-from-the-crowd/) - It can be hard to know how to sift through reviews or whether to trust crowdsourced ratings more than professional reviews.
- [10 Common Workplace Health Mistakes](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/10-common-workplace-health-mistakes/) - Anyone who has worked in an office can relate to drinking too much coffee, sitting hunched over a computer all day, and getting up only to wander to the kitchen and dig into the sugary leftovers to power through the day.
- [Tennis Everyone?](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/tennis-everyone/) - Katrina Adams, the new chief of the USTA and the first African American in that role, faces challenges galore in growing the sport. The ball is in her court.
- [Speak Up and Don’t Apologize](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/speak-up-and-dont-apologize/) - Why is it important for women to be assertive in the workplace?
- [Break into the Boardroom](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/break-into-the-boardroom/) - Getting that first corporate board seat is a challenge, regardless of gender. But it can be tougher for women, who may not have the network that some men have.
- [Curing Email Addiction](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/curing-email-addiction/) - Here are a few ways to wean yourself off an email addiction.
- [Stepping Out: Denver](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/stepping-out-denver/) - The area has a surprisingly mild climate—only 8 to 15 inches of rain and more than 300 days of sunshine annually—so there’s hardly a bad time of the year to visit.
- [Beyoncé Knowles](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/beyonce-knowles-means-business/) - From music trendsetter and film star to fashion designer, Beyoncé is rewriting the script on business.
- [Couch Potato](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/couch-potato/) - After a long, stressful day at work, sometimes you just need to zombie out in front of the TV or chill with some tunes.
- [Understanding Our Differences, Celebrating Our Uniqueness](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/understanding-our-differences-celebrating-our-uniqueness-2/) - How are you leaning in to support the career development of your team?
- [Exit, Gracefully](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/exit-gracefully/) - I’m leaving my job soon and have to do an exit interview. How honest should I be?
- [Women as Allies](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/women-as-allies/) - In today’s workplace, allyship is a cornerstone of inclusive leadership practice. Dr. Dnika J. Travis As I reread the pathbreaking book Our Separate Ways by Dr. Ella Bell and Dr. Stella Nkomo, I am inspired by some central questions: How can women advocate for and make change as allies? What are the difficult, and perhaps unspoken,
- [Stepping Out: Chicago](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/stepping-out-chicago-3/) - by Erika Mailman Chicago’s big, with a vibe of being muscular and solid and proud. Skyscrapers—both modern and of a fantastical 19th century architecture—rise above the stiff winds coming off Lake Michigan. City dwellers are midwestern friendly. Add in a downbeat of jazz and a riverboat cruise, and you’ll be singing “Sweet Home Chicago.” Home of
- [Moving Up - Without Moving On](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/moving-up-without-moving-on/) - Follow these steps to take your career to the next level—without leaving your current job.
- [Stepping Out: New Orleans](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/stepping-out-new-orleans/) - By Kandia Johnson The best vacations should include a touch of everything—culture, adventure, and relaxation. The city of New Orleans delivers on all fronts. The Big Easy promises a spectacular combination of beautiful architecture, mouth-watering Creole cuisine, vibrant nightlife, and luxury hotel spas that offer you more than just a place to rest your head.
- [Once, Twice, Three Times a Businesswoman](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/once-twice-three-times-a-businesswoman/) - by Katherine Griffin Nicole Richie’s roots in the entertainment world run deep, but her love of fashion has brought her into her own as a businesswoman. Richie, who was born to jazz musician Pete Escovedo and adopted at age nine by singer-songwriter Lionel Richie, first became famous in 2003 as a costar (with Paris Hilton)
- [Up-and-Coming Spa Trends](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/up-and-coming-spa-trends/) - The spa industry is booming—and pampering experts have invented fresh ways to help you recharge. The trend is toward treatments that connect spa-goers with nature and provide a respite from the digital world. Expect to see these popular new offerings. Low tech, high touch. A digital detox option, this therapy—featured at the Omni Bedford Springs
- [Male Engagement - Necessary and Critical](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/male-engagement-necessary-and-critical/) - Women’s leadership advancement is stuck. For the past 20 years, we have had the same conversations about how to “fix” women to help them advance in the workplace.
- [Declutter Your Workplace](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/declutter-your-workplace/) - A cluttered workspace saps your energy.
- [Women Who Build](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/women-who-build/) - Following are the stories of five women in manufacturing who are building great products while enjoying exciting careers.
- [Stepping Out: New York](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/stepping-out-new-york/) - Whether the Empire State Building or Times Square comes to mind, there may be no location in the United States more iconic than New York City.
- [Halle Berry: The actress leverages her brain and beauty to build a business](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/halle-berry-the-actress-leverages-her-brain-and-beauty-to-build-a-business/) - Halle Berry, the first African American woman to win an Oscar for best actress, came across the products of French lingerie company Scandale Paris on a shopping trip to Paris in 2014. Berry, who is married to French actor Olivier Martinez, then decided to buy the company. Originally established in 1932, Scandale was known for
- [Silver Screen Heroes](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/silver-screen-heroes/) - by Katherine Griffin When it’s time to kick back with a film, sometimes it’s great to see working women in action—figuring out how to succeed regardless of obstacles like clueless bosses, sexism, and other obstructions. Here are some of the best. 9 to 5 (1980) • Dolly Parton, Jane Fonda, and Lily Tomlin band
- [It's On Us](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/its-on-us/) - There is no doubt that an ingrained corporate culture and the subconscious bias of male managers contribute significantly to the leadership gap and must change.
- [Festive Flavors](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/festive-flavors/) - These days, creating a menu for a holiday party requires more planning than ever.
- [The Racial Wealth Gap](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/the-racial-wealth-gap/) - The wealth gap for people of color, in particular women and milennials, is widening. Here’s why—and some ideas for narrowing it. By Carolyn M. Brown Chloe McKenzie is a millennial money warrior who has taken up the gauntlet to fight for wealth equity and to close the wealth gap for women of color. The former Wall
- [Stepping Out: Charlotte, NC](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/stepping-out-charlotte-nc/) - Once known for its cotton mills and railroads, in the past 40 or so years Charlotte, North Carolina, has become the banking and energy hub of the Southeast.
- [Kim Wayans](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/kim-wayans-means-business/) - The Wayans family is known for its humor. But Kim tackles more serious issues in her new children's books.
- [Jennifer Lopez](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/jennifer-lopez-means-business/) - From the South Bronx to the glitter of Hollywood, Jennifer Lopez has shown some serious business savvy.
- [Best Home-Based Business Ideas](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/best-home-based-business-ideas/) - Turn your house into your central office with these homespun job opportunities ...
- [United States Tennis Association](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/united-states-tennis-association/) - What are you celebrating in life and work nowadays?
- [Get Stuff Done!](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/get-stuff-done/) - Are you deluged by an ever-expanding to-do list? For better or worse, everybody is these days.
- [Remaking Television](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/remaking-television/) - If you’ve watched television lately, chances are that Tiffany Smith-Anoa’i has had a hand in what you’ve seen.
- [Young Entrepreneur: Kiah Williams](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/young-entrepreneur-kiah-williams/) - Kiah Williams, 28, is passionate about making lifesaving medication available to everyone who needs it. Today, 50 million Americans skip filling prescriptions because of the expense.
- [Teaching Inclusion: 5 Mintues with Darlene Slaughter](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/teaching-inclusion-5-mintues-with-darlene-slaughter/) - Diversity Woman spoke with Slaughter about what it’s like to lead a diversity and inclusion department in the nonprofit sector.
- [On Message](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/on-message/) - In her role as the executive speechwriter for the CEO of UPS, Janet Stovall is modeling how communications can be a force for diversity and inclusion in Corporate America By Jackie Krentzman UPS’s Executive Communications Manager, Janet Stovall, has a radical idea: Put the leadership for the field of diversity and inclusion in the hands of
- [Stepping Out: Washington D.C.](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/stepping-out-washington-d-c/) - Long known as a city short on nightlife and fine restaurants, Washington, D.C., is on the make—just like seemingly everyone in this buzzing town. Today, behind the political blood sports and the partisan chatter that characterize the nation’s capital, Washington is full of cutting-edge art, quirky shopping districts, and great restaurants.
- [Penélope Cruz](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/penelope-cruz-means-business/) - Penélope Cruz spends most of her time on the red carpet—but she designs clothes for every day life.
- [“Appy”and Healthy](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/appyand-healthy/) - Whether you’re looking to shed pounds, sleep better, walk more, or keep track of worrisome symptoms, you’ll find an app to help.
- [Women of Color Need Leaders of Courage](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/women-of-color-need-leaders-of-courage/) - Years of research on women of color has led me to believe that courage is crucial to combating bias.
- [Speak Up! Be Heard](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/speak-up-be-heard/) - If you have an idea that you’re excited about, you may be tempted to dive right in and schedule a formal presentation with your company’s top brass.
- [Young Entrepreneur: Reese Fernandez-Ruiz](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/young-entrepreneur-reese-fernandez-ruiz/) - In 2007, Reese Fernandez-Ruiz visited the Payatas community in Manila.
- [Build Your Networking Calendar](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/build-your-networking-calendar/) - “It’s always good to approach networking from a strategic mind-set,” says Alaina G. Levine, president of Quantum Success Solutions, a career consulting organization and author of Networking for Nerds. Here’s how to turn a networking event into win-win partnerships that last. 3 weeks out Do your homework. If the conference publishes a guest list, check it
- [Is It Time To Move On?](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/is-it-time-to-move-on/) - by Dr. Westina Matthews “I don’t envy what you are doing, but I envy that you are doing it.” How often have I thought this while working at the same company for 24 years, as I watched others stretch themselves toward new horizons, daring to risk leaving their company. I didn’t envy what they were
- [Diversity Woman Hosts Twitter Chat in Celebration of Black History Month. Feb. 19th.](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/diversity-woman-hosts-twitter-chat-in-celebration-of-black-history-month-feb-19th/) - Diversity Woman Media invites you to join us on Wednesday, February 19, 2020 from 1-2pm ET for a Twitter chat in celebration of Black History Month, hosted in partnership with Paradigm for Parity® coalition . We’re convening the top thinkers on gender parity and diversity & inclusion to share resources and best practices on how
- [Am I My Sister's Keeper?](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/am-i-my-sisters-keeper/) - Some of us see other women as our greatest allies. Others perceive themselves victims of the “Queen Bee” syndrome, in which women who have “arrived” undermine those trying to find their way.
- [Stepping Out: Chicago](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/stepping-out-chicago/) - If you have business in what is probably this country's most nicknamed city - Chi-town, city of the Big Shoulders, Windy city, Second City, That Toddling Town, to name only a few - be sure to make time to play as well as work. Chicago's beguiling leisure choices outnumber it's monikers by a hundred to one.
- [Stressed Out? There's an App for That](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/stressed-out-theres-an-app-for-that/) - When you need a stress break, why not let your digital pals remind you to slow down, take a few deep breaths, and relax?
- [Reshoring: Made in the USA](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/reshoring-made-in-the-usa/) - Mei Xu had her entrepreneurial epiphany while walking through a high church of capitalism: Bloomie’s.
- [Change of Face](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/change-of-face/) - As both an agency field executive and State Farm’s director of multicultural business development for the mid-Atlantic zone, Lillian Holt is working to recruit more female and multicultural agents to State Farm.
- [Body Art in the Office](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/body-art-in-the-office/) - While the degree to which body art is acceptable at work depends on the office environment, today’s companies are becoming more accepting of visible tattoos.
- [Tackling the Student Debt Problem Head-On](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/tackling-the-student-debt-problem-head-on/) - When Charlie Javice graduated from the Wharton School at the University of Pennsylvania, she was struck by the number of people she knew who were choosing jobs they didn’t really want. Many of her peers did not have the freedom to look for work they were passionate about because those jobs didn’t pay enough to make
- [Stepping Out: Philadelphia](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/stepping-out-philadelphia/) - Philadelphia is the birthplace of life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness. Oh, and cheesesteaks. You cannot forget about the cheesesteaks, like the tender, juicy offerings at Pat’s King of Steaks. Although known for its historical landmarks, Philadelphia also offers culture, art, and culinary wonders. By day, you can take a tour of the Liberty Bell,
- [Olsen Twins](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/olsen-twins/) - If your only image of Mary-Kate and Ashley Olsen is as the mop-top child actresses who starred in the TV series Full House, you need to hit the reset button.
- [Celebrating Our Differences: McDonald's](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/celebrating-our-differences-mcdonalds/) - What are you or your team doing to advance leadership development for promising women?
- [Building Bridges at Prudential](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/building-bridges-at-prudential/) - 5 Minutes with Michele C. Meyer-Shipp Michele C. Meyer-Shipp, vice president and chief diversity officer at Prudential Financial, came to the position after 17 years as an employment lawyer, litigator, and general counsel. She talked with Diversity Woman about her priorities and challenges at the 49,000-employee global company. Diversity Woman: How has your legal background
- [The Art of Prioritizing](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/the-art-of-prioritizing/) - Not sure how to prioritize your to-dos? Try these different strategies to find your ideal approach. ABCDE Method Write down all tasks and categorize them in the following way: • A tasks are those with major consequences if you fail to do them. Do these first. • B tasks are those with minor consequences if you
- [Can You Socialize with the Boss?](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/can-you-socialize-with-the-boss/) - Dear DW, If my supervisor was not my boss, I think we could be friends. Is there a problem with cultivating that friendship? Signed, Hardworking but Friendly Dear Hardworking but Friendly, The question of becoming “friends” with the boss is not always black-and-white, says Ariel Schur, founder and CEO of New York–based ABS Staffing Solutions. There
- [Stepping Out: Minneapolis and St. Paul](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/stepping-out-minneapolis-and-st-paul/) - Minneapolis and St. Paul are commonly referred to as the Twin Cities, and fittingly so, as their history has often resembled a sibling rivalry.
- [For Getting Ahead, One Size Does Not Fit All](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/one-size-does-not-fit-all/) - It’s clear that women aren’t getting ahead through leadership development programs alone.
- [Anatomy of a Job Interview: Ace the Test](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/anatomy-of-a-job-interview-ace-the-test/) - One aspect of job interviews never changes: they’re nerve-racking!
- [Immersion and Exposure](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/immersion-and-exposure/) - Diversity Woman spoke to Orlopp about how her early experiences influence her work at Walmart.
- [Leading the Charge](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/leading-the-charge/) - For over a decade, Jyoti Chopra has been deeply steeped in diversity and inclusion. Recently the senior vice president for D&I for education solutions provider Pearson, Chopra also serves on the Global Talent and Diversity Council for the Asia Society and the Diversity Advisory Board for Toyota. “I’ve been an active practitioner and a thought leader, and I’m
- [Stepping Out: St. Louis](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/stepping-out-st-louis/) - Situated unassumingly in the heart of the country on the western bank of the Mississippi River is the city of St. Louis.
- [Julia Hu: Sounding the Alarm](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/julia-hu-sounding-the-alarm/) - Julia Hu was only 25, but she was tired all the time.
- [Reclaiming Your Time](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/reclaiming-your-time/) - Prioritize your goals by importance, not urgency If we want to succeed in the career we love and the family we love, we have to be ready to give some things up, says Shelly Lazarus, the former CEO of Ogilvy & Mather, who raised three children with her husband while climbing the ladder to success.
- [Set Clear Goals](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/set-clear-goals/) - Here’s how to use goal setting to boost your productivity.
- [The Rise of the Curated Tour](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/the-rise-of-the-curated-tour/) - Want to go deeper on your next vacation? You can find a trip just for you. By April Kilcrease When Catherine Cu, cofounder of the dental floss company Cocofloss, was in Milan last year for a factory visit, she wanted to learn more about the city than she could on the factory floor. Instead of taking
- [Stretch Yourself](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/stretch-yourself/) - You don’t need to be flexible, thin, or young to do yoga. It’s one of the best things that we, as women, can do for our mental, emotional, and physical health. By Kelle Walsh It used to be that yoga was considered the provenance of movie stars and alternative health practitioners. Now, yoga is decidedly mainstream.
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- [Stepping Out: Phoenix](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/stepping-out-phoenix/) - The vast, golden deserts of Arizona provide more than a breathtaking backdrop to the thriving metropolis of Phoenix. The mountains are within easy reach for hiking, ballooning, and cultural activities, and every corner of the sprawling city, the fifth largest in the United States, has an abundance of options for off-the-clock enjoyment. For a true
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- [You’re Fired. Now What?](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/youre-fired-now-what/) - If it’s any consolation, this happens to a lot of people. So the fact that you were let go need not be a deal breaker for a prospective employer.
- [Landmark Lawyer](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/landmark-lawyer/) - Growing up in Merrillville, Indiana, Gloria Santona dreamed of being a doctor.
- [Educating Tomorrow's Leaders](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/educating-tomorrows-leaders/) - Julianne Malveaux, Ph.D, president of the historically black Bennett College for Women, leads a unique environment for developing strong businesswomen. For many of us especially in the current economic climate—foreseeing the arc of our professional lives can be daunting. When entire industries seem doomed to disappear or be shipped, wholesale, to other countries, the ability
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- [5 Minutes With Punam Mathur](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/5-minutes-with-punam-mathur/) - Punam Mathur has a daunting challenge: how to engage and inspire 70,000 employees to embrace the values of diversity. As MGM Mirage’s senior vice president of corporate diversity and community affairs, she is already on her way. Since taking the reins of MGM’s diversity efforts, the company has won numerous accolades for its initiatives, including
- [Cruising to Success](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/cruising-to-success/) - In 1990, Judy Dlugacz, the founder and owner of Olivia Records, the first woman-owned record company, wanted to take a cruise. But as a lesbian, she didn’t feel entirely comfortable going on a standard cruise.
- [Lights, Camera, Action](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/lights-camera-action/) - Launched in 1979, Vera Moore Cosmetics has expanded from makeup products sold in 2 stores to 52, including the national retailer Walgreens.
- [Sleepless in the Prime of Life](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/sleepless-in-the-prime-of-life/) - Insomnia, the inability to either fall or stay asleep, strikes one-and-a-half to two times more women than men.
- [Don't Go It Alone](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/dont-go-it-alone/) - Like many successful diverse women, you've always been a self-directed go-getter, pushing your way up the ladder through the power of your intelligence, personality and ambition.
- [Paying Dividends](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/paying-dividends/) - The life insurance executive makes it her policy to chart her own path By Katrina Brown Hunt In 2008, after Eileen McDonnell had stepped out of corporate life for three years to adopt her daughter and tend to her family, one might think she would have to jump through hoops to get back into the
- [Help Your Kids Build Good Money Habits](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/help-your-kids-build-good-money-habits-2/) - 15 smart ways to educate your kids to manage money By Tanisha A. Sykes During the holiday season, Jackie Taylor, an HR exec at Ernst & Young and a single mother living in central New Jersey, packs up her five kids, ages 7 to 14, and heads to Manhattan. The kids are full of glee
- [Dress for Success](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/dress-for-success/) - A dress code policy isn’t a one-size-fits-all solution. “What’s ‘professional’ in one environment may be stuffy in another,” says Paul Falcone, a human resources executive and author of 101 Tough Conversations to Have with Employees. A dress code policy establishes minimum standards of acceptable appearance. Falcone explains how to create one that works. Look to
- [Lisa Bing Takes the Plunge](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/lisa-bing-takes-the-plunge/) - Lisa Bing admits that she was not the best corporate player. The Boston University graduate spent 15 years at Prudential Financial, but never found her niche, bouncing from accounting and underwriting to reinsurance to the international group.
- [Get Connected](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/get-connected/) - Today’s entrepreneurs have more resources than ever for starting, sustaining and growing their ventures. And, thanks to the Internet, advice and support are never more than a mouse click away.
- [Family Planning: Your Parents' Future](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/family-planning-your-parents-future/) - Despite the trend toward longevity, you and your siblings should talk with your parents about their financial future, even if they are only in their sixties.
- [Weight Loss Programs](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/weight-loss-programs/) - One thing that hasn’t changed in the last 20 years: the desire to lose that stubborn 5—or 10—pounds. Here are popular weight loss programs from then and now. 1999 The Atkins Diet: Dr. Atkins’ New Diet Revolution was one of the most popular diet books of 1999. To follow it, you avoid carbs and eat proteins
- [The Case for Diversity & Inclusion on Corporate Boards](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/the-case-for-diversity-inclusion-on-corporate-boards/) - Minority women are making gains, but there is much room to grow Women of color are making strides when it comes to board representation—but it’s not time to celebrate yet. A study by Deloitte and the Alliance for Board Diversity looked at changes in board diversity for Fortune 100 and Fortune 500 companies between 2016
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- [The Visible Barrier](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/the-visible-barrier/) - How African American women can thrive and succeed in today’s workplace Katherine Giscombe, PhD When my research team and I at Catalyst investigated African American women in corporate environments in the mid-2000s, we noted the phenomenon of their “outsider-within” status. By remaining conscious that they were outsiders in corporate environments due to their under-representation at
- [Keep on Moving!](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/keep-on-moving/) - Like many executive businesswomen, Bita Sistani is always on the go. Having clients and business partners located across the country and all over the world means that Sistani’s workday is hardly nine to five. The director of business development in the automotive products division at semiconductor manufacturer Micron Technology Inc. works 50 to 60 hours a week and travels once or twice a month domestically or internationally for business. Although she can occasionally work from home, Sistani often makes the one-hour-plus commute from her home in San Francisco to her office in Silicon Valley. Add in necessary tasks like cooking, washing laundry, and paying bills, and there’s little time left for much of anything else.
- [Closing the Gender Pay Gap](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/closing-the-gender-pay-gap/) - With all the gains made in the workplace in recent decades, one inequity persists, and it’s a huge one: for every dollar a man earns, a woman in a comparable position will earn less.
- [Beyond Flipping Burgers](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/beyond-flipping-burgers/) - When Meredith Moore started her new job in 2006, “there was a lot of excitement from family and friends,” she says—which was new. After all, her previous jobs had been in finance. “In finance, when you try to explain what you do, people just say ‘whatever’—they don’t understand it.” But when she became a communications
- [Help Your Kids Build Good Money Habits](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/help-your-kids-build-good-money-habits/) - By Tanisha A. Sykes During the holiday season, Jackie Taylor, an HR exec at Ernst & Young and a single mother living in central New Jersey, packs up her five kids, ages 7 to 14, and heads to Manhattan. The kids are full of glee because ’tis the season to give out Blessing Bags to
- [Got Stress?](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/got-stress/) - Work and finances are among the top stressors in the American Psychological Association's annual Stress in America survey.
- [Failure to Launch](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/failure-to-launch/) - Fear of failure holds many of us back. But if we heed the Silicon Valley motto— “Fail Fast, Fail Often”—­we may be better able to achieve our goals and advance our careers. By Ellen Lee Steve Jobs was the ultimate failure. He dropped out of college, he was ousted by the company he cofounded, and
- [Darys Estrella Mordan: Investing in Her Roots](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/darys-estrella-mordan-investing-in-her-roots/) - Her decision to come home was unexpected. Thirty-nine year old up-and-comer Darys Estrella Mordan never anticipated that her next high-flying career move would bring her back to her native Dominican Republic. After all, she’d had a good home in the United States since she was 17; she had earned a BA at Vassar and an
- [Forging Connections: Annie Tyson Jett](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/forging-connections-annie-tyson-jett/) - Sometimes, a lousy shift can offer great opportunities. That’s what Annie Tyson Jett learned in her first job, as a manufacturing manager working the third shift.
- [Culture Klatch](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/culture-klatch/) - Ria Stern came to Korean fiber company, Hyosung, in 2005 as its North American marketing director, and since May of 2008 has been the global marketing and brand director.
- [Flying Coach to First Class](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/flying-coach-to-first-class/) - Having a coach in your corner who will tell it to you straight—and then work with you to set goals and blast through the barriers—can spur you to exciting new heights.
- [The Savings Challenge](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/the-savings-challenge/) - Saving money is hard. Here are 10 strategies for building your savings. By Sheryl Nance-Nash Few would argue about the need to save, be it for emergencies, retirement, a house, your child’s college education, or a bucket list vacation. But knowing and doing are two different things. The choice is yours to make every day—save
- [Rise to the Top Floors](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/rise-to-the-top-floors/) - It used to be that you only needed an elevator pitch if you were actually pitching something—a project, a start-up, yourself as a job candidate. But these days, as every workplace gets more entrepreneurial and networking becomes more important, you never know where your next opportunity might come from. So we all need to be
- [Anatomy of a Salary Negotiation Letter](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/anatomy-of-a-salary-negotiation-letter/) - So you got the job? Here are some tips you can use when negotiating your salary.
- [Build a Better Board](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/build-a-better-board/) - If you’re looking for a solid investment, you could do worse than to choose a company with at least one woman on the board: those companies outperform companies without female directors.
- [Anatomy of a … Brainstorming Meeting](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/anatomy-of-a-brainstorming-meeting/) - Generate Ideas—Not Stress When you need fresh ideas, it’s time for a brainstorming session. And while some people love them, others dread them, in part because they can be unfocused, sometimes seeming like a free-for-all college dorm rap session. So, as a leader, how do you facilitate a lively, energetic—yet controlled and focused—meeting that actually
- [Lively Up Yourself](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/lively-up-yourself/) - Most of us spend a huge chunk of our workday sitting—and that’s bad news for our health.
- [A Business Expense - or Not?](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/a-business-expense-or-not/) - It's tax season again and our thoughts turn to what we can claim as business expenses.
- [15 Tips to Ease the Burden of Air Travel!](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/15-tips-to-ease-the-burden-of-air-travel/) - Use your business know-how to deal with the harsh realities of air travel.
- [Know Your Body's Rhythm](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/know-your-bodys-rhythm/) - Your biorhythm preference is determined by your genes, so don’t fight it, says Lamberg. Use it to help you work smarter and faster, and boost your mood in the process.
- [Boardroom Indicators](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/boardroom-indicators/) - A recent study by Catalyst, the global nonprofit organization that examines women in the workplace, reveals that the best indicator of women in c-suite positions is the number of women on a company's board of directors.
- [Keeping Diversity Alive: Diversity Champions](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/keeping-diversity-alive-diversity-champions/) - With the economy in a tailspin, many corporations have slashed jobs and put diversity efforts on the back burner. But history has shown that in order for a business to survive—and thrive—through tough times, innovation is key. Now more than ever, a diverse workforce, with a broad range of ideas and perspectives, is a critical
- [Top Diversity Leaders](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/top-diversity-leaders/) - Over the last 10 years Chief Diversity Officers have made great strides in reshaping the corporate landscape Not so long ago, merely mentioning that companies should take diversity and inclusion into account when hiring would raise eyebrows. But that started to change in 1987, when the Hudson Institute’s landmark Workforce 2000 study forecasted that the
- [Share Your Vision](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/share-your-vision/) - Years ago, Susan Ballard waited backstage to speak at a McDonald’s Woman Owner Network conference featuring the company’s top executives. The tone of the conference reflected the tone of many of the conferences she had attended: the McDonald’s system is strong, and business is good. Ballard and her colleagues, for the mostpart agreed with that
- [Men on a Mission](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/men-on-a-mission/) - Men have always mentored one another. But now, more men in the C-suite are helping women get into the corner office—and they’re making headway.
- [Embracing Her Path](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/embracing-her-path/) - Debbie Roberts: The zone president at a huge global brand learned her love of business working in a corner store By Katrina Brown Hunt When she started really moving up in her career at a certain global brand, Debbie Roberts took time to do one important thing: flip burgers. An accountant-turned-marketing-director who had been working
- [Bytes, Coffee and Pizza Dough](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/bytes-coffee-and-pizza-dough/) - When Janet Parker had been at IBM for about 10 years, she realized she had a solid career in place—and panicked. “I had started my career at IBM in sales and was thrilled,” says Parker.
- [From NBC to Hoops](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/from-nbc-to-hoops/) - Someday Paula Madison will finally be able to retire. She’s been trying for five years, but she’s discovered that there is still too much she needs to accomplish.
- [The Syrup Queen](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/the-syrup-queen/) - In 1983, Michele Hoskins had hit rock bottom. She was going through a divorce, supporting her three young daughters as a makeup artist and living in her mother’s attic on the South Side of Chicago, near where she had grown up.
- [Opportunity for All](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/opportunity-for-all/) - LinkedIn’s Nicole Isaac believes that the power of connectivity can change both your world and ours By Pat Olson You may have heard the phrase “I didn’t choose my career, it chose me.” For Nicole Isaac, head of US public policy at LinkedIn, that couldn’t be more true. Growing up in a tough neighborhood in the
- [Spotlight: Freda Porter](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/spotlight-freda-porter/) - As the business world becomes increasingly conscious of environmental issues, it is a great time to be an expert in the field, a fact backed up by Porter Scientific’s 30 percent revenue growth in the past year (and estimated 2007 revenues of $3.1 million). Not that success has come easy for founder and CEO Freda Porter, 50, a Lumbee Indian with a PhD in applied mathematics from Duke University. Since launching Porter Scientific in 1997, she has encountered—and overcome—her share of obstacles. Diversity Woman asked her about her switch from academia to the private sector, and how her business is finally, well, cleaning up.
- [Using Business to Empower](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/using-business-to-empower/) - Recognizing that business can be a game changer, Riya Sinha sought to give women a creative voice While most of us shake our heads at the world’s problems, social entrepreneurs build businesses to solve them. Riya Sinha, 17, of Palo Alto, California, not only discovered the power of social entrepreneurship, but launched an enterprise that gives
- [Shaunice Says: Submit Your Business Questions](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/shaunice-says/) - Meet Shaunice Hawkins, an accomplished diversity executive who is is ready to take your questions. Hawkins is the founder and chief executive officer of Evolutions Consulting, LLC, a business consulting boutique specializing in improving efficiencies, maximizing effectiveness, aligning strategies, promoting brand visibility and strengthening consumer engagement. Having trouble adjusting to a new job or a
- [Spotlight: Alicia Morga](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/spotlight-alicia-morga/) - From foster care to CEO—Alicia Morga defies the odds and launches a marketing firm for the Latino market.
- [Avoiding the Power Trap](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/avoiding-the-power-trap/) - Learning How to Wield Gracious Power Prof. Sukhvinder Obhi Power is a central feature in contemporary news headlines, and social commentators constantly analyze its corrupting effects. Often, the corrupting power that they refer to is wielded by men and, in particular, white men. Given this, it’s easy to see how people could think that what
- [Kylie Jenner: Youngest Social Media Billionaire](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/kylie-jenner-youngest-social-media-billionaire/) - There is no shortage of stars within the Kardashian-Jenner clan, but in business, youngest sister Kylie Jenner may be the brightest star of them all. Earlier this year, Forbes proclaimed Jenner the youngest self-made billionaire ever, at the age of 21. How did she get there? Kylie Cosmetics, the beauty brand she launched in 2016, reportedly
- [Gender Gap Not Skipping the C-suite](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/gender-gap-not-skipping-the-c-suite/) - Study: The more you make, the larger the disparity It’s bad enough that women earn less than men, but for women at the top, the gender wage gap gets worse. Financial technology company SmartAsset looked at data for 126 occupations to find out which ones had the largest and smallest pay gaps. While the average
- [Is Your Retirement On Track?](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/is-your-retirement-on-track/) - If you’re worried that your retirement investment plan is adrift, these rules can help steer you in the right direction.
- [Restaurant Confidential](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/restaurant-confidential/) - As renowned chef and restaurant entrepreneur Traci Des Jardins has learned, running a restaurant can be a lot like—and at the same time radically different from—running other businesses
- [DNA of a Top Notch Leader](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/dna-of-a-top-notch-leader/) - Multicultural women represent only about 1.6 percent of corporate officers and top earners at the nation’s 500 leading industrial companies, according to Catalyst, a top women-oriented research and advisory firm. Although these leaders reached the top in a variety of ways, they do share one trait: they know that to become an effective leader, you
- [Money Matters: Protect Yourself](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/money-matters-protect-yourself/) - Never give out personal information over the phone, on the Internet, or in the mail unless you originated the contact.
- [When Depression Hits Home](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/when-depression-hits-home/) - When Trudy’s husband was hit with depression, she was overwhelmed by it. All she knew was that her husband, age 45, was a different person.
- [Anatomy of ... a Negotiation: Getting to Yes](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/anatomy-of-a-negotiation-getting-to-yes/) - Whether you want a higher salary, more vacation time, or better benefits, “everything is negotiable,” says Heather Mills, founder of Women Who Ask, a company that teaches women how to negotiate.Here’s how to improve your chances of getting what you want. Do your research Look online at salary sites such as Glassdoor.com and Salary.com, then dig a
- [How to Retire to Hawaii](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/how-to-retire-to-hawaii/) - The good news: retiring well isn’t impossible—even if you’re struggling to cope with aging parents, boomerang kids, market meltdowns, and general gloom and doom.
- [10 Common Estate-Planning Mistakes Women Make](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/10-common-estate-planning-mistakes/) - Learn the right way to leave a legacy for your heirs By Tanisha A. Sykes The last few years have been heart-rending for Michellene O. Davis, executive vice president of corporate affairs for Barnabus Health, an integrated health-care provider in New Jersey. In 2012, her parents were diagnosed with cancer. Doctors discovered a malignant tumor
- [The Gadfly](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/the-gadfly/) - Freada Kapor Klein, a longtime outspoken critic of the tech sector’s diversity and inclusion efforts, urges Silicon Valley to use a more data-driven approach By Jackie Krentzman Long before the current generation of diversity and inclusion practitioners began trying to figure out how to make companies more diverse and inclusive, there was Freada Kapor Klein.
- [What CEOs Really Think about D&I](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/what-ceos-really-think-about-di/) - Study shows that beliefs don’t always translate into actions When it comes to diversity and inclusion, CEOs don’t always practice what they preach. That’s a major takeaway from a study by Fort Collins, Colorado–based training and mentoring organization The Moxie Exchange. The study, The State of Diversity and Inclusion According to CEOs, explored what CEOs think
- [Stars Who Mean Business: Priyanka Chopra](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/stars-who-mean-business-priyanka-chopra/) - Opening doors to pave the way for women in tech Female start-up founders received a mere 2 percent of venture capital dollars in 2017, according to financial data company PitchBook. Priyanka Chopra, the Bollywood superstar actress known for her roles in the movie Baywatch and the ABC television series Quantico, is doing her part to change
- [Hot Tech Products](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/hot-tech-products/) - Oh what a difference 20 years can make, particularly in technology. In 1998, few of us could have imagined we’d be watching videos on a tablet-size screen that fits in a purse or tracking our steps and heart rate with a watch. Here’s a sampling of some of the hot tech products from yesteryear compared
- [Tami Jewell](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/tami-jewell/) - The song says diamonds are a girl’s best friend. But for many women, cupcakes aren’t too far behind.
- [Finding Your Path to the C-Suite in Tech](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/finding-your-path-to-the-c-suite-in-tech/) - Much of the latest data on women rising to the C-suite in tech companies is less than upbeat. For example, a recent study by the Silicon Valley Bank reported that 57 percent of US tech start-ups have no women in executive positions and 71 percent say they have no women on their board of directors.
- [Qualities of Women Leaders](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/qualities-of-women-leaders/) - What differentiates women leaders from the pack? A study by researchers from the University of Rhode Island College of Business Administration, the University of Oxford Saïd Business School, and the School of Business and Management at Queen Mary University of London sought to find out. Researchers interviewed 12 female CEOs, along with 139 male chief
- [Jumping at the Sun](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/jumping-at-the-sun/) - Throughout her extraordinary life, Dr. Johnnetta B. Cole has not only reached for the sun but has shone that light on others by Jackie Krentzman Photography by fabiocamarastudios.com “Life’s most persistent and urgent question is,‘what are you doing for others?’”— Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Dr. Johnnetta B. Cole, the director of the Smithsonian National
- [Barbara Newman Mannix to the Rescue of Baby Boomers](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/barbara-newman-mannix-to-the-rescue-of-baby-boomers/) - As the nation’s 75-million strong Baby Boomers are called on to care for their elderly parents they confront tough challenges. There is a host of specialists to vet, legal and estate planning, housing and financial red tape to maneuver, medical issues to decipher, and a raft of legal documents to complete. And it is often
- [How to Stay Connected](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/how-to-stay-connected/) - Anatomy of a … LinkedIn Profile Keeping a polished and up-to-date presence on the professional social network LinkedIn has become a necessity, whether or not you’re job hunting. These tips will help you do it right. For more ideas, check out Donna Svei’s blog at avidcareerist.com. Make a visual impact. Along with your professional head
- [Broadening the Talent Pool to Drive Innovation](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/broadening-the-talent-pool-to-drive-innovation/) - Men at Work: S. Shariq Yosufzai By Janell Hazelwood At Chevron, diversity is part of the corporation’s core values. One of the world’s leading energy giants, the company has earned numerous accolades, from achieving a perfect score on the Human Rights Campaign (HRC) Corporate Equality Index, to being recognized as one of the best places
- [Anatomy of an ... Appropriate Workplace Outfit](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/anatomy-of-an-appropriate-workplace-outfit/) - Workplaces these days are more open than they used to be, which gives women many more options for dressing professionally—and with flair. That said, unless you are Mark Zuckerberg, there are still rules, if unwritten. These head-to-toe guidelines from expert Eunice Liriano can help you blend personal style and professional image. NECK AND EARS, ARM
- [Corporate Chess: Being Strategic for Career Success](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/corporate-chess-being-strategic-for-career-success/) - The game of chess is a perfect metaphor for corporate environments. Each requires strategy, patience, knowledge of intricate rules, and involves multiple players of varying power and mobility. “Corporate chess” applies the characteristics of chess to the corporate world with a view to mastering the rules, understanding the players, and playing to win. Here’s how
- [Think Before You Tweet](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/think-before-you-tweet/) - A social media policy can protect your brand Nearly 70 percent of Americans use social media. However, this freewheeling form of communication has personal and professional risks. Not only might an impulsive tweet or careless Facebook post reflect poorly on the employee, but it can hurt the employer’s brand as well. “Using social media responsibly is
- [Best Cities for Women in Tech](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/best-cities-for-women-in-tech/) - The regions that rank highest may not be what you think. STEM (science, technology, engineering, and mathematics) careers are among the most promising in terms of growth and pay. Yet women continue to be underrepresented in technology fields, with only 25 percent holding computing jobs. Among the reasons for the disparity: unsatisfying workplace experiences prompt many
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- [BEST 100 Companies for Women’s Leadership Development](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/best-100-companies-for-womens-leadership-development/) - Many companies are helping women thrive in their careers—and then there are the superstars, which are boldly pushing their efforts to new levels.
- [True Beauty](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/true-beauty/) - Phylicia Rashad learned from an early age that the source of beauty is not external but comes from the heart.
- [The New Tech Boom](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/the-new-tech-boom/) - Around the world, women and people of color rely on tech gadgets that have sprung primarily from the minds of white men—but that’s about to change.
- [Dr. Frances Hesselbein: Leading With a Purpose](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/dr-frances-hesselbein-leading-with-a-purpose/) - Over the past 50-plus years, Hesselbein, who does not like to give out her age, but is northward of 95 (“Age is irrelevant. It is what we do with our lives that counts”), has been one of the most influential figures in the leadership movement, with her unwavering emphasis on value-based leadership.
- [Breaking News: Everyone's Watching Sunny Hostin](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/breaking-news-everyones-watching-sunny-hostin/) - Today, Hostin, 45, whose mother is Puerto Rican and father is African American, is, for many television viewers, their go-to media analyst for high-profile, complicated legal cases.
- [Eight Hints for Staying Safe While Traveling Abroad](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/eight-hints-for-staying-safe-while-traveling-abroad/) - Handy dos and don’ts for your next overseas business trip By Sara J. Welch Before Sara Bratell, a Swedish journalist, traveled to Rio de Janeiro last summer for the 2016 Olympics, she and her team received an intensive, two-day training program in safety and security. “The class was led by a retired police officer and
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- [Debunking Investment Myths](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/debunking-investment-myths/) - Investing too often seems like an unsolvable mystery riddled with myths that keep women from putting their money to work.
- [The Power of Many](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/the-power-of-many/) - Find the group exercise class that’s right for you By Nora Isaacs Working out can be a lonely endeavor—but it doesn’t have to be. Group exercise classes offer elements of camaraderie, motivation, expertise, and diversity that solo exercise simply doesn’t have. Although group classes aren’t for everyone, they are ideal for anyone who might enjoy
- [Eight Ways to Advance Your Career and Boost Your Pay](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/eight-ways-to-advance-your-career-and-boost-your-pay/) - Accelerate By Karen Eisenberg Beverly Norman-Cooper was content in her job as a regional communications consultant for Kaiser Permanente when she got a phone call from the CFO’s office: would she be willing to move to the national division to manage communications for an important new initiative? “There was a lot of risk involved for
- [Easy Street](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/easy-street/) - Money Matters By Mindy Charski What does the Labor Department say is likely to be the most expensive thing you’ll ever buy in your lifetime? Your retirement. That knowledge can be shiver inducing, yes, but it can also be empowering. After all, it’s a reminder that you can take steps today to grow your money
- [The Generation Game](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/the-generation-game/) - Understanding the Challenges and Benefits of Today's Unique Multigenerational Workforce By Kimberly Olson Every day, about 10,000 baby boomers retire. As they depart, and as Millennials continue to arrive and step into leadership roles, companies are undergoing an unprecedented shift. “Over the next ten years, we’ll see the greatest transfer of knowledge in the history
- [Party Pooper](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/party-pooper/) - The Office Dear DW, Is it OK to talk about politics at work? Signed, The Debater Dear The Debater, It’s probably best if you don’t. For starters, some employee handbooks explicitly advise against talking politics in the office. As election season gets into full swing, it’s a good idea to find out what’s considered acceptable
- [5 Minutes with Erika Irish Brown](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/5-minutes-with-erika-irish-brown/) - Bloomberg’s Agent of Change Two years ago, Erika Irish Brown became the first chief diversity officer for the business and financial information and news company Bloomberg. With a background primarily in investment banking and capital markets, she brings a longtime passion for diversity and inclusion to the position, which carries responsibility for the company’s 192
- [Rosalind (Roz) Hudnell retires from Intel](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/rosalind-roz-hudnell-retires-from-intel/) - Message From Matt Smith, Chief Human Resources Officer, Intel: After nearly 22 years of service to Intel, Rosalind (Roz) Hudnell, Vice President of Human Resources, Director of Corporate Affairs (CAG) and President of the Intel Foundation has announced her retirement effective June 1st. I would like to thank Roz for her fantastic contributions to Intel,
- [Minding Your Business](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/minding-your-business/) - From Fortune 1000 companies to professional athletics, mindfulness training has become mainstream. Here is what it can do for you.
- [Women Political Office Holders on the Rise](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/women-political-office-holders-on-the-rise/) - Over the last 10 years, female elected officials have made some progress. Today, there are more women in Congress, state legislatures, and mayoral offices than in 2007. And since the election of President Trump, the number of women running for office has surged, according to EMILY’s List, an organization that helps increase the number of
- [Implementation Matters](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/implementation-matters/) - Although Corporate America has spent years implementing diversity and inclusion (D&I) programs, black and Latino women still remain underrepresented at mid- and senior-level positions. According to recent data from the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission, black women are 7.6 percent of the private sector workforce, but only 1.5 percent of executives. Latino women comprise 6.2 percent
- [The Missing Pieces Report](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/the-missing-pieces-report/) - Slowly, but surely, corporate boards are diversifying Since 2004, the Alliance for Board Diversity (ABD) has been working to diversify corporate boards. Diverse boards enhance shareholder value, according to the ABD reports. In 2017, in collaboration with Deloitte, ABD released the Missing Pieces Report, a census of 492 Fortune 500 corporate boards, encompassing 5,440 board seats,
- [Where We Surf, Then and Now](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/where-we-surf-then-and-now/) - Most Visited Websites 2008 and 2017 In 2017, American adults spent on average more than 12 hours a day staring at a screen—and more than three hours a day on a mobile device alone. In 2008, there were no mobile devices. Our screen time was largely television. The Internet was a nascent technology, used
- [Max Foods: Power Up with Superstar Fruits and Veggies](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/max-foods-power-up-with-superstar-fruits-and-veggies/) - Blueberries or raspberries? Broccoli or kale? We know these are good for us, but which give us the most bang for our nutritious buck?
- [Tips for Preserving Your Nest Egg](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/money-matters/) - If you’re one of the 70 percent of workers in the United States who rely on defined-contribution plans like 401(k)s as your main retirement savings vehicle, there’s good news!
- [Road to Wellness](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/road-to-wellness/) - There are good reasons to consider a workplace wellness program. Some are obvious: a happy employee is a faithful employee. There are financial reasons, too.
- [Diversity Woman statement on Times Up and Golden Globes ceremony](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/diversity-woman-statement-on-times-up-and-golden-globes-ceremony/) - At last night’s Golden Globes ceremony, Hollywood came together in an extraordinary and historic way. The attendees wore black and sported a “Times Up” pin in support of the new initiative created by hundreds of women in Hollywood to fight sexual harassment and misconduct throughout the country. A dozen of the most prominent honorees brought
- [The Four Cs of Career Networking](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/the-four-cs-of-career-networking/) - Collecting lots of business cards or accumulating “connections,” “followers,” or “friends”—does not automatically result in a cadre of individuals who will be a resource and offer support for professional endeavors.
- [Power Entrepreneur Saman Dias: From Sri Lanka to Silicon Valley](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/power-entrepreneur-saman-dias-from-sri-lanka-to-silicon-valley/) - When Saman Dias was growing up in her native Sri Lanka, she could often be spotted with a first aid kit, tending to others. Noticing her caring nature, her family urged her to study medicine. But as microcomputers began entering Sri Lanka, she discovered that she had a knack for computer technology. While technically minded,
- [Bridging the Language Divide](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/bridging-the-language-divide/) - As the economy globalizes, companies want to make sure that their message is clear—whether their customers are in Beijing or Baden-Baden.
- [Flying the Not So Friendly Skies](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/flying-the-not-so-friendly-skies/) - Recently, using your miles has gotten even more complicated. Previously, calculating your miles was straightforward: the more miles you flew, the more miles you earned. Not so anymore.
- [Time to Heal](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/time-to-heal/) - Unfortunately, issues relating to medical leave in the workplace are common and can stem from employees or employers not understanding the policy, and can even include subtle discrimination.
- [Across the Generations](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/across-the-generations/) - In today’s workplace, texting Millennials in jeans work alongside baby boomers, who entered the workforce wearing suits long before the Internet was in common use.
- [The Cultural Connection](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/the-cultural-connection/) - When Lisa Skriloff launched a niche business focused on diversity marketing in New York City 15 years ago, many of her potential clients didn’t understand what the term even meant. But they do now. “Now we get calls from people who already know,” says Skriloff, whose public relations and marketing firm, Multicultural Marketing Resources, represents
- [Keeping Score: Reading Your Credit Report](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/keeping-score-reading-your-credit-report/) - To reach and maintain the holy grail of a high credit score—generally in the mid- to high 700s—it’s important to understand how the scores are calculated and what you can do to raise your score.
- [3 Who Inspire](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/3-who-inspire/) - These three leaders are so passionate about helping others that they made the nonprofit world the center of their careers and, in many respects, their lives.
- [We're Number One!](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/were-number-one/) - When it comes to diversity and inclusion, what is the true measure of success?
- [He Said What?](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/he-said-what/) - It’s time for your annual review and compensation meeting. You take a deep breath, walk into your supervisor’s office, and an hour later come out with an excellent review—and a 3 percent pay raise. Your male colleague goes in next. He comes out with a smile and a 7 percent pay bump.
- [Alison Gleeson](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/alison-gleeson/) - Any working mother knows that the secret to success—however elusive that reality may seem—is somehow managing to be at two places at once. Alison Gleeson, the senior VP of U.S. commercial sales at Silicon Valley networking giant Cisco, may be coming close to mastering that, at least on a couple of levels.
- [Workday Willpower](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/workday-willpower/) - When it comes to making healthful choices, the workplace is full of pitfalls.
- [The Sponsor Advantage](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/the-sponsor-advantage/) - Mentors and role models can help guide you. But to rise into the C-suite, you might need a sponsor.
- [Boosting Your Business with Social Media: Five Tips to Get Started](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/boosting-your-business-with-social-media-five-tips-to-get-started/) - Your customers’ time and attention are being consumed by social networking sites like Facebook, Twitter, and LinkedIn. Use them wisely, and they can give your marketing strategy a powerful boost.
- [Chere Chase Gregory: Putting Women's Health First](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/chere-chase-gregory-putting-womens-health-first/) - “Women are often most focused on being caregivers, and we’re helping them to be care receivers,” says Dr. Chere Chase Gregory, a North Carolina doctor who has a unique way of looking at patients: she thinks of them as customers who deserve to be wooed.
- [Be Your Own Boss](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/be-your-own-boss/) - The process of starting a business is as varied as the businesses themselves. But there are fundamentals that anyone thinking of going down that path should know.
- [Anatomy of a Tough Interview Question](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/anatomy-tough-interview-question/) - Just about every job interview includes the question: “What is your greatest weakness?” Here’s how to approach it. Be honest Dr. Kim Ruyle, president of Inventive Talent Consulting in Melbourne, Florida, recommends responding like this: “Let me tell you about specific constructive feedback I’ve received from former bosses. One comment that really stuck with me is
- [Holiday Tech Gadget Wish List](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/holiday-tech-gadget-wish-list/) - Holidays are the perfect time to bring into your household that new gadget you’ve been ogling all year. You can buy it for your spouse, partner, or child—or find an excuse to buy it for yourself (“The family really needs it!”). Here are five can’t-miss devices that DW wants to bring home. Ecobee 4 Thermostat
- [Get Your Sweat On](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/get-your-sweat-on/) - Already having a hard time sticking to your new 2014 exercise regimen? Join the club.
- [The New Partnership](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/the-new-partnership/) - Today, in 25 percent of relationships, the woman earns more. Traditions die hard, but evidence is showing that this household configuration can lead to harmony.
- [Road Warrior](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/road-warrior/) - Sure, it’s challenging to maintain your fitness regimen on a business trip, but it’s not impossible.
- [Stars Who Mean Business](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/stars-who-mean-business/) - This past October, Diversity Woman magazine presented its Stars Who Mean Business Peer Awards during a reception at the 2015 National Diversity Women’s Business Leadership Conference at the Disney Yacht & Beach Club Resort & Convention Center, in Lake Buena Vista, Florida. The awards recognize, celebrate, and honor individuals whose work, passion, commitment, and results have
- [On the Search for Star Candidates](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/on-the-search-for-star-candidates/) - Savvy recruiters don’t wait for the talent to find them. They go to where the candidates are.
- [Give Yourself a Holiday Gift](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/give-yourself-a-holiday-gift/) - Before the end of the year, all it takes is a few easy steps to maximize your tax savings. Then come April, you’ll be thanking yourself.
- [Take the Diversity Challenge](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/take-the-diversity-challenge/) - Over the past three decades, diversity and inclusion work has gone from the fringe to the mainstream.
- [Where Are the Female Unicorns?](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/where-are-the-female-unicorns/) - For all the gains women have made in business, they are still far less likely than men to found the highest-value start-ups. That’s the message from a research report by Goodcall.com examining the factors behind the success of male and female founders of unicorns (start-ups valued at $1 billion or more). The report found that
- [The Work-from-Home Files](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/the-work-from-home-files/) - Dear DW, I’ve switched from a full-time on-site schedule to three days a week at home, two in the office. How do I stay productive, stay connected—and make sure my colleagues don’t resent me? Signed, Free but Uneasy Dear Free but Uneasy, Those are all important goals, and can be tricky to accomplish when you
- [Engaging in Difficult Conversations](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/engaging-in-difficult-conversations/) - Assume positive intent, in spite of holding opposing views. The 2016 postelection season in the United States has brought an increase in reports of hate speech and bias-based actions. Many people of color and others from diverse communities are feeling unsafe. Those at the intersection of gender, race, and religion are feeling especially vulnerable, with
- [In Defense of Millennials](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/in-defense-of-millennials/) - by Trudy Bourgeois Millennials. I recently read a quote about millennials by futurist Mal Fletcher that struck a chord with me. He said, “Millennials aspire to marry the blue skies thinking of the boomers with the grassroots mind-set of Gen X.” Sounds amazing, huh? It sounds amazing because they ARE amazing. Why is it, then,
- [From Dead End to Takeoff](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/from-dead-end-to-takeoff/) - An unhappy job situation can be turned to your advantage By Tamara E. Holmes When Dele Lowman Smith landed her first job at a nonprofit organization, it wasn’t what she thought it would be. While the organization had a compelling mission, the job itself didn’t challenge her, and she was so bored at times that
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- [Top Business Books](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/top-business-books/) - Back in the mid-’90s, buyers of business books were scrambling to understand how the Internet and the tech-centric culture of Silicon Valley would transform their work lives. Amid all the turbulence and change, they were also ready to laugh at dysfunctional workplaces: not one, but two Dilbert books were among Amazon’s top sellers. The business
- [The Glass Ceiling for Diverse Women](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/the-glass-ceiling-for-diverse-women/) - by Katherine Griffin Women of color are more likely than Caucasian women to want to be a C-suite executive—yet are much less likely to reach that goal. That’s one of several discouraging findings from a 2016 LeanIn.org/McKinsey & Co. report on women in the workforce. The research is based on data from 132 companies employing
- [Driving Progress](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/driving-progress/) - Women are the fuel that drives the economy. Women, after all, hold the purchasing power and majority of stock ownership as well. We have collective clout. Let’s use it.
- [Phenomenal Woman, Phenomenal Journey:  Dr. Maya Angelou](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/phenomenal-woman-phenomenal-journey-dr-maya-angelou/) - Dr. Maya Angelou lives in Winston-Salem, North Carolina, in a sunny yellow house that is as colorful on the inside as it is on the outside, much like the woman herself. Paintings and flowers and more than 5,000 books fill her home—and her mind, too. When presented with flowers upon our arrival, she immediately recognizes
- [Venturesome Visionaries](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/venturesome-visionaries/) - Meet four entrepreneurs who bucked convention, ignored the naysayers, and made it big doing what they loveTena Clark had a white-hot career, writing top hits for artists like Aretha Franklin, Chaka Khan, and Patti LaBelle, and contributing songs to television shows and movie soundtracks. Then, in 1997, she decided to walk away from it all
- [Women Ascendant: DW's 100 BEST companies for Leadership Development for Women of all Races, Cultures & Backgrounds](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/women-ascendant-dws-100-best-companies-for-leadership-development-for-women-of-all-races-cultures-backgrounds/) - With astounding leadership development programs for women, companies are looking forward to building smart, talented, and hungry women to climb the corporate ladder.
- [Soledad O'Brien: Bringing Diverse America to Light](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/soledad-obrien-bringing-diverse-america-to-light/) - O’Brien’s success hasn’t been about pageantry or good looks. Her journalism career is marked by bringing us smart, well-reported stories that confront tough questions, even if they sometimes make us feel uncomfortable.
- [Half the Sky: American Women Empowering Our Sisters Around the Globe](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/half-the-sky-american-women-empowering-our-sisters-around-the-globe/) - We sought out six U.S. leaders whose work is making the lives of women around the world more inclusive, especially in countries that have suffered wars, extreme poverty, or natural disasters.
- [re: Thinking Diversity](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/re-thinking-diversity/) - Here, we celebrate some of the many individuals who are re(thinking) diversity and how it applies in their own field.
- [From Social Justice to D&I](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/from-social-justice-to-di/) - Written by Katherine Griffin 5 Minutes with Tujuanna Williams Tujuanna Williams grew up watching her mother, owner of four Nashville beauty salons, advise women who wanted to start businesses. Today Williams, who has spent much of her career as a diversity leader for major companies, is vice president and chief diversity and inclusion officer of
- [Wielding Our Power](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/wielding-our-power-2/) - By: Katherine Giscombe, PhD Have you ever thought about who influences societal change? Who is positioned to make lives better for Americans? Elected officials may come to mind. But when you think about the scope of responsibility and potential impact, one of the most powerful positions imaginable is being on a corporate board of directors.
- [DW's 50 Diversity Champions](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/dws-50-diversity-champions/) - They’re smart, savvy, and thoroughly unstoppable. Meet our favorite agents of change. The results of the 2012 presidential election confirmed what most of us have known all along: increasingly, in the United States, minorities and women are a powerful bunch. Not only do we make up a significant voting bloc, but we hold untold billions
- [The Visionary](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/the-visionary/) - Padma Warrior, Cisco’s CTO, is breaking ground—both as a high-ranking female in the hidebound world of tech and as a leader who succeeds on her own terms. Padmasree Warrior charms in 140 characters or less.
- [Her Way](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/her-way/) - Lynn Tilton is out to restore the American manufacturing base— one stiletto heeled step at a time.
- [Telecommute Effectively](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/telecommute-effectively/) - Whether they’re salaried employees or self-employed business owners, more and more people want to work outside the office. Telecommuting involves working anywhere from a half day to full-time off-site or on your own turf. Although the idea of driving less, computing in your jammies, or having the freedom to go shopping in the middle of
- [Off-the-Clock Balance](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/off-the-clock-balance/) - How do we live and work in today’s 24/7, high-tech, global reality? The answer requires new language, beliefs, and skills for taking the lead and finding your unique work+life “fit.”
- [Put Time on Your Side](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/put-time-on-your-side/) - It’s the plain truth that we’re all busier than ever before. Need proof? Just look at your own life. Chances are you’re always in a rush, and you are constantly nagged by the notion you’ve forgotten to do something, but you’re not sure what it is.
- [Shortcuts: Learn How to Say No](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/shortcuts-learn-how-to-say-no/) - “I still feel the pressure to say yes to everyone,” admits Darcy Ing, a San Francisco psychologist of Asian descent. “The Asian emphasis on cooperation and solidarity places a lot of pressure on women to go along with whatever the group wants.”
- [Shortcuts: Break the Email Addiction](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/shortcuts-break-the-email-addiction/) - Do you respond to the "ping" of incoming e-mail the way Paris Hilton responds to a camera? Although it may be tempting to check your e-mail every few minutes—don't. Dropping everything to see who or what might need your attention disrupts concentration, shortens your attention span, and is inefficient. The solution is moderation. Avoid logging
- [We got you, Babe!](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/we-got-you-babe/) - Study indicates female and male entrepreneurs perform equally.
- [Put Time on Your Side](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/put-time-on-your-side-2/) - It's the plain truth that we're all busier than ever before. Need proof? Just look at your own life.
- [Break the E-mail Addiction](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/break-the-e-mail-addiction/) - Do you respond to the "ping" of incoming email the way Paris Hilton responds to a camera? Although it may be tempting to check your e-mail every few minutes - don't.
- [Lynn Tilton is on a mission to save American jobs](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/lynn-tilton-is-on-a-mission-to-save-american-jobs/) - When I heard Barbara Walters say those words on 20/20 last week, I got goosebumps. I mean, a billionaire, who buys failing companies and turns them around—because she wants to save jobs? This had to be one special person.
- [Have a Plan B ... a Plan C ... and a BUP (Backup Plan)](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/plan-your-way-to-success/) - Most of us don't have a short-term plan let alone a long-term plan. But great leaders plan in advance, says Brian Tracy, a motivational speaker who specializes in leadership and executive development.
- [Time-Saving Computer Tips](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/time-saving-computer-tips/) - We’re at our keyboards way too much, and, let’s face it, the lure of the Internet is irresistible. How do you minimize your computer time and stay focused on tasks? Leo Babauta, creator of zenhabits.net offers these suggestions: 1. Disconnect. When you want to focus on a task, disconnect from the Internet. This means closing your
- [Oops! Did I Just Push Send?](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/oops-did-i-just-push-send/) - Dear DW, Can you give me some guidelines about e-mail etiquette at work? What types of things should I avoid saying? Signed, Careful Communicator Dear Careful Communicator, E-mail etiquette expert Judith Kallos (www.businessemailetiquette.com) says if there’s one cardinal rule to follow when composing an e-mail, it’s this: Ask yourself, “Would I put this communication on
- [Launching Your Own Company](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/resources-for-launching-your-own-company/) - Thinking of launching your own company? You don’t need to go it alone. Here are some helpful resources you should know about.
- [Networked in the Clouds](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/networked-in-the-clouds/) - f you want a secure cyber place where you can access your data any time, consider a big timesaver known as “the cloud.”
- [Entrepreneurs: The Gender Gap](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/entrepreneurs-the-gender-gap/) - In 2010, 104 million women in 59 countries—representing more than 52 percent of the world’s population––started and managed new business ventures.
- [Anatomy of … a Start-up Pitch Presentation](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/anatomy-of-a-start-up-pitch-presentation/) - You have a great business idea, you’ve begun testing the concept, and you’ve connected with potential investors. Now you have to convince them that you’re worth it.
- [A Fresh Look at Introverts](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/a-fresh-look-at-introverts/) - When we think of diversity, we think of race, gender, sexual orientation, and age. But as we try to include the contributions of an increasingly competitive workforce, we must ensure that everyone has a voice, including the one-third of us who are introverts. “Introversion is different from shyness,” says Susan Cain, author of Quiet: The
- [Creating Opportunity in Tough Times](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/men-at-work-creating-opportunity-in-tough-times/) - Being in a position to shape how a corporation conducts business with women and minority suppliers—and with its diverse employees—is an important job. Michael Lucas, an executive director of supplier diversity for GE Healthcare, and Garland Scarboro, manager of the office of diversity and inclusion at Delhaize America, share their passion for diversity, the challenges they face, and trends they foresee on the horizon.
- [Reflect, Challenge, and Change…](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/reflect-challenge-and-change/) - As we approach another New Year, many of us think about resolutions, starting anew, and ways in which we can improve ourselves. We often think of breaking bad habits or starting healthy new routines. I am challenging everyone to think about the way we live and work, and the way we relate to, work with,
- [The Conversation is the Relationship](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/diversity-at-work-the-conversation-is-the-relationship/) - Maya Angelou, featured in a recent issue of Diversity Woman, is a gifted speaker. I have had the opportunity to hear her speak and am always amazed at how her words and reflections can make people feel good about themselves, their lives, and their futures. Words have meaning and power. Many of us realize that
- [Leading, Living, and Life-Long Learning](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/diversity-at-work-leading-living-and-life-long-learning/) - I learned that success is about access to opportunities. I also became aware that people often have unequal access to opportunity, and changing that has been part of my life’s mission.
- [Time as a Treasure](https://www.executivewomanmedia.com/time-as-a-treasure/) - In an ideal world, we would all achieve a level of healthy work/life balance. We would be able to take care of ourselves and those people, projects, and other things that are important to us. Unfortunately, for many of us, this is as realistic as fairy tale notions of money trees and clicking our heels to get us home.
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