“There are not many people that are willing to take on that challenge of being in a new role and different geography,” reflects Jessica Jones. “I was very open to this change, and put myself forward early in my career. I made sure that my managers knew, that while focused on my current role, this […]
Over 2/3 of companies say that DEI work is critical, and the conversation these days centers on fostering cultures of inclusion to support the diversity of workplaces we need to have, do have and will have – if organizations are optimizing potential. Organizations are increasingly aware that “diversity without inclusion is exclusion.” According to a […]
“Medicine is both an Art and a Science,” says Sarah Carrier, MD. “The science is knowing what kind of disease the patient has. The art is knowing what kind of patient has the disease.” Carrier speaks of the call to become a doctor, establishing herself as a peer among men and why soft skills matter […]
In honor of Women’s History Month, it is important to take the time to understand just how much women have contributed to modern society. Of course, it’s easy for most people to identify those “superhero” women who juggle childcare, home duties, education, and work. In reality, though, many of these women also contribute to making […]
“You are stronger than you think,” reflects Bessie Kokalis Pescio on the best piece of advice someone gave her as she embarked upon a new hobby of cold-water swimming last fall. “What a true statement. Perseverance and resilience apply to swimming as well as work.” The pandemic she believes has evoked progress in the workplace […]
While women report being both increasingly burned out from the pandemic years and vulnerable to leave the workforce, they are also most likely to be rising up to embody the leadership our times ask for. Will companies begin to put their money (financial and career trajectory rewards) where their mouths are? If not, allowing women […]
The chief of staff for Japan discusses her time at Goldman Sachs and shares career advice in the latest edition of The Glass Hammer. “I have a bicultural background – I lived in Queens, NY until I was 10, and then my family moved back to Japan, where I have lived ever since,” shared Akiko […]
From morning cups of coffee to the successful operations of our homes and businesses—water is essential to our daily lives. Imagine your morning, your afternoon, and your bedtime routines without access to safe water. What challenges would you experience? How would this limit your choices? What would a lack of access to water prevent you […]
“In times of uncertainty, the focus has shifted from seeking answers to raising questions and building relationships to lead through the unknown,” expresses Danielle Arnone. Arnone speaks to leading through disruption, the value of listening and encouragement and the importance of taking risks as the stakes rise. Be Willing to Challenge, Even as Stakes Rise […]
Many companies focus myopically on International Women’s Day. This year #BreaktheBias and gender and climate are the annual themes, depending on your source. But, as founder and fifteen years in here at theglasshammer, it is hard to believe that these slogans and themes that come and go every year create any change at all. People […]