What's it like to be a female business news anchor? What's it like to interview Warren Buffet? What can women do to position themselves for success in male-dominated industries? These are just a few of the questions I asked FOX Business Network’s Liz Claman during a recent interview. Despite her grueling schedule, Liz took the time to provide insightful answers that I'm sure … [Read more...]
Why You Want Women on Your Team
Post by Jane K. Stimmler, contributing Women on Business writer Making a case for more female participation on Boards of Directors, executive groups, strategic committees, project task forces or, well, just about any group, just got a little easier. A recent research study described in June's Harvard Business Review submits that having a group comprised of more women will … [Read more...]
Another Women’s History Month is Here
Post by Jane K. Stimmler, contributing Women on Business writer March is National Women's History Month and it has me frustrated about the excruciatingly slow movement forward for women in leadership positions. While it's important to look back at the many brave and determined women who have made significant contributions in history - when I look at the here and now, I … [Read more...]
Corporate Exec or Entrepreneur – Which is Better?
Post by Jane K. Stimmler, contributing Women on Business writer If you are an entrepreneur, you’ve probably experienced the look of envy on the faces of people in the corporate workforce when they find out you run your own business. They are likely thinking things like “wow, if it’s a beautiful day, you can just take the afternoon off” or “you’re so lucky you don’t have … [Read more...]
Establishing Your Leadership – Part 2
Post by Jane K. Stimmler, contributing Women On Business writer Last week’s post began a conversation on women and leadership. I presented the first five of ten leadership qualities we discuss in the book Breaking Into the Boys’ Club 2009. This week, I list the first five leadership qualities and discuss the final five. Top Leadership Qualities From last week’s … [Read more...]
Women and Leadership – What Dialogue are We Creating?
Guest post by Valerie Dennis (read more about Valerie at the end of this post) I was just reading the thread of dialogue in a community forum and the question was asked about what makes a successful female leader. In truth, I was a little disappointed in the answers. Some of the comments went to the reasons why we lack a presence in executive management roles (I.e. … [Read more...]