In the internet age, more and more people are turning to the “side hustle” to become their own boss. Everyone wants to know the latest social media “hacks” or what hashtags are trending this week. But what so many don’t realize is that the principles of doing business are much the same as they always have been. Networking is essential for anyone looking to build a successful … [Read more...]
Why AI Spreads Gender Bias and How To Change It
AI is permeating the business world today the way electricity did at the turn of the last century. We can already see that businesses that put AI at their core can reach more people, more quickly and make more money. As Harvard Business School professors Marco Iansiti and Karim Lakhani show in their book, Competing in the Age of AI, Strategy and Leadership When Algorithms And … [Read more...]
How to Get What You Want in the Workplace
What is it about us, women, who feel like we can’t ask for what we want? Why do we find it so difficult to be upfront about something we disagree with? Women are agreeable. What Does Agreeableness Mean? Agreeableness is a term in psychology that describes someone as considerate, cooperative, and harmonious. If you are agreeable, you most likely focus on interpersonal … [Read more...]
4 Reasons Career Agility is a Must and How to Get There
Climbing the corporate ladder is no longer a linear pursuit. In fact, a staggering 85% of jobs that will exist in 2030 haven’t even been invented yet. As conventional career paths continue to evolve and be disrupted by technology, how can employees successfully navigate the changing world of work? The answer is career agility. At a high level, career agility is the … [Read more...]
Command the Room but Don’t Be Commanding: The Problem with Intangible Feedback
Many women are plagued by feedback that is unclear, not actionable, and feels like a moving target. They may get conflicting feedback like I did when I was told I was both “too strategic” and “too tactical” by the same boss. If that sounds familiar, you’re not alone. In a favorite episode of the I Hate My Boss podcast, a listener wrote in that her manager did not even try … [Read more...]
Wanted: Women in Fortune 500 Companies
As a woman looking around at career options, please consider applying for a job with a big corporation. I know these companies often don’t seem female-friendly or the “greedy big business” image of them is unappealing to a lot of women who often want to do good for society and don’t feel like this is the right path. Women also hear about sexism and harassment at these … [Read more...]
Women as Ethical Hackers – Seize This Growing Career Opportunity
Brought to you by Simplilearn: The number of cybersecurity breaches is growing rapidly with new hacking reports hitting the news cycle all the time. This explains why the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics projects the number of cybersecurity jobs will grow at a rate of 26% for the decade ending in 2026. That’s a lot higher than the 7% growth rate projected for all other … [Read more...]
5 Steps to Build Your Personal Brand and Business with Public Speaking
Public speaking offers women in business a significant opportunity to gain publicity, increase your personal and business brand exposure, and drive sales. But how do you become a public speaker? First, you need to establish yourself as an expert and thought leader in your field, and there are some very specific steps that you can take to do it. Following are fives steps … [Read more...]
How LinkedIn Recommendations Can Help Your Career and Business
LinkedIn recommendations matter to your career and your business, and if you're searching for a job, they're absolutely essential. The reason LinkedIn recommendations are so important is simple. People trust opinions and recommendations from their friends, family, colleagues, and peers. Put yourself in the shoes of a hiring manager. Which would you believe -- a resume … [Read more...]
3 Steps of Brand Building and Why Social Media Matters to Your Personal Brand
Personal branding is absolutely essential today. Research has shown repeatedly that the first place potential employers look to learn about you (after reading your resume) is the internet. Your profiles on Twitter, Facebook, LinkedIn, Instagram, and so on all offer a glimpse into who you are as an employee and where you're heading in your career. With that in mind, you need to … [Read more...]