Contributed by executive coach Ann Daly PhD “It’s so easy to get distracted by what other people think, do, or say. But they don’t live your life. You need to know what you want and who you are, and you have to convey it to others quickly so that you shine at first impression.” – […]
By Robin Madell, San Francisco Leaving a job by choice in the current economy is a difficult decision to make – particularly if you’ve already got a pretty plum position. But sometimes, it’s just time to move up. “I have many 3 A.M. moments,” admits Lisa Murray, who spent over seven years at international law […]
By Tina Vasquez (Los Angeles) Women in technology should be themselves, without apology: they should wear what they want to wear, act how they want to act, and feel no pressure to conform or act like “one of the guys.” This is according to Google’s vice president of location and local services, Marissa Mayer, and […]
By Melissa J. Anderson (New York City) As Global head of Diversity and Inclusion at Credit Suisse, Michelle Gadsden-Williams says she is the person ultimately responsible for ensuring the Bank fulfills its commitment to building a culture of inclusion for high-performing, engaged, diverse employees. She explained, “Early in my career, I found the subject of […]
By Hua Wang (Kansas City) “I remember the moment when this idea was planted in me,” says Bonnie St. John, Former Director for Human Capital Issues at the White House National Economic Council and Paralympic Champion. “When I was ten, my mom brought home a picture of a silhouette of an amputee on skis. The […]
By Jacey Fortin (New York City) Can senior women promote workplace equality by proactively mentoring junior men? It’s about big-picture, long-term benefits. A man in an entry-level position can learn much from a female superior, and it goes far beyond professional tips, insights or even sponsorship. It’s about appreciating the value of diversity and learning […]
By Melissa J. Anderson (New York City) “I’m not interested in diversity as it’s commonly known,” said Pat David, Managing Director and Global Diversity Officer at JPMorgan Chase. “I’m interested in using my life experiences in the context of helping people get to where they want – particularly underrepresented groups.” She continued, “The way I […]
Contributed by Curt Rice Everything we know about improving gender diversity points to one uniquely important success factor. Great programs notwithstanding, brilliant arguments in abundance, the pursuit of enhanced gender equality flourishes or flounders with the interest and investment of an organization’s top leadership. It could be the CEO of your company, the president of […]
By Melissa J. Anderson (New York City) According to Chloe Barzey, Senior Executive at Accenture, one of the most important things professional women can do, especially as they advance, is make sure they are actively managing their career. She explained, “As you move up in your career, it’s important to take steps to receive more […]
By Sophie Fletcher (Chicago) Jamila Piracci believes in a combination of serendipity and making the best of opportunities. Previously a lawyer with the Federal Reserve Bank of New York, she was looking for a new challenge when she was directed by an interviewer to the International Swaps and Derivatives Association (ISDA), a global financial trade […]