Do Women Execs Pull the Ladder Up Behind Them?
At a recent event celebrating women in technology, Tina Fey had some words of wisdom for women looking to succeed in a male-dominated industry. Fey said: “Don’t get too comfortable being the only [...]
Credit Suisse Research Confirms: Diverse Boards Mean Better Business
According to a new report from the Credit Suisse Research Institute, companies with more women on their boards perform better. The report, which tracked 2,360 companies over six years, concludes: [...]
The Power of Habit: Turning Stress into Perseverance
In this age of hyper-connectivity, constant pressure, long workdays and growing complexity, stress is unavoidable. What separates those who thrive under pressure from those who crumble is how they cope [...]
Are Women Better Leaders Than Men?
Earlier this year, Jack Zenger and Joseph Folkman released figures from a 2011 survey they conducted of 7,280 leaders from both public and private organizations. They write: “At every level, [...]
Smart Women Create Strong Companies
According to research conducted by both Catalyst and McKinsey & Company, businesses with gender diversity in their senior management have a higher return on investment than companies with few or [...]
Welcome to the Conversation
Gender Balance – A Tricky Conversation Talking about gender balance in corporate leadership can sometimes be an uncomfortable conversation. Companies may feel put on the defensive about justifying who makes [...]