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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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,...