Emotional intelligence is so important in leadership that research has found that within groups with no dedicated leader, having the highest emotional intelligence is one of the driving factors for who will ultimately emerge as a leader. It’s not only an asset for leadership, but a predictor of leadership success.
No matter how successful we become, for some of us there is a whisper we hear that never quite goes away. Call it imposter syndrome or just self-doubt, but it’s there if we allow it. I have learned that we can silence this intruder to our success. But it takes effort and consistency. How we […]
Being curious will get you far on your professional journey, finds Angie Sabel. “It drives your understanding of the ‘why’ and the people and the process.”
And that’s an approach that helps Sabel always anticipate how she can best serve her clients. “I am always anticipating and prepared with solutions no matter what the discussion might be with clients and colleagues.”
Akila Raman recommends to others: “Treat the senior people you work with as clients.” Raman, who graduated with a degree in political theory and a certificate in finance from Princeton University, said she “found her home” in corporate derivatives at Goldman Sachs. She says of her decision to pursue a career at the firm, “I […]
You know the first things you are quick to sacrifice when it comes to meeting all the demands of work (self-care, well-being, downtime)? Well they are the last things you should. If you have been able to reach and stay at the executive level, then you are more likely to have learned that self-care is […]
From her leadership vantage point, PwC’s Charlotte Hsu knows that it is critical to help build a robust pipeline by encouraging other women in the industry.“ Now that you are there, don’t forget to look out for the little girls who were once you,” she says.
No two companies are exactly the same, so why would you implement a similar system as other businesses? Every company has its own unique set of goals, procedures, and challenges, not to mention a team of employees hired specifically to help execute tasks for that particular organization. So, it only makes sense to put a […]
As Kimberly Smith has moved up in the legal profession, she’s also advanced her belief that along the way, it’s vital to be true to yourself. “When I started my law career I often heard this advice, but it took years of experience as a professional woman at a law firm to truly appreciate it,” […]
Before starting her career, Sarah Zilenovski had always believed you had to choose your area of expertise while still in college; while in reality, as she found you can build your path as you go. While obtaining the necessary skills is vital, of course, she believes it’s important to plan while keeping an open mind. […]
Data analysis positions are currently playing a huge role in tech as corporations around the world seek to understand and utilize big data for their business. As we noted in 2012, 90 percent of Fortune 500 companies are investing in big data, expecting over $1 billion in revenue as this technology changes the way we […]