Dec 17, 2020 | Women Leadership
Professionals in numerous categories suggest that mentors help pave the road to success. But the point isn’t to find anyone with knowledge of our targeted industries; it’s to find the right person who understands our goals and aspirations, then suggest the appropriate...
Dec 3, 2020 | Women Leadership
In her book “The Power of Lift: How Empowering Women Changes the World,” former Microsoft executive Melinda Gates talks candidly about quitting. The woman whom the world now considers an indomitable force almost left Microsoft. Its antagonistic,...
Nov 19, 2020 | Women Leadership
I have known women professionals who are as courageous as they are intelligent. I take my lessons from them, knowing that men are applauded for their strength and courage, while women are advised to be gentle and humble—often by men. I believe they call that...
Oct 20, 2020 | Women Leadership
An NBC news story posited a good question recently: Do women lead differently during a crisis? It’s worth considering, especially now, as we continue to face challenges inspired by the COVID-19 pandemic. OpEd writers Jessica N. Grounds and Kristin Haffert, founders of...
Sep 24, 2020 | Women Leadership
For many women, navigating a path toward leadership can feel like walking a tightrope or navigating a maze. It’s incredible that even today, despite how far women have come, they still face challenges securing senior-level roles. Women who aspire to move up the ladder...