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Archive | July, 2011
Gen Y: The Volunteer Workforce?
July 14, 2011 by Guest Contributor
Imogen Woodward graduated from university last month and is thinking about the exploitive cycle of unpaid internships many of her friends are competing for. Read more about what Gen Yers face as they enter the workforce, or try to.
Breaking Barriers in the Automotive Industry
July 14, 2011 by Guest Contributor
Maria Raquel Di Ciero Fernandes shares her experiences as the first female engineering intern, breaking down barriers in Brazil’s male dominated automotive industry. A few years later 40% of the department were women – including the manager!
Encouraging Women MBAs – 3 stories
July 14, 2011 by Guest Contributor
Jacqueline Brassey talks to us about the role business schools can play as models for change for women and follows the stories of 3 of her students.
Women in Academia: How 3+ women make a difference!
July 14, 2011 by Guest Contributor
Lauren G. McLanahan tells us about the challenges she faced in academia and how 3+ women actually made a difference.
Women and Bad Language
July 14, 2011 by Guest Contributor
Jane C. Woods looks at new research from the UK, which shows that men on boards see women as weak and reveals why lone women adopt male behaviors.
EDITORIAL: The Future of Gender Equity: Will men be under-represented?
July 14, 2011 by Anne Perschel
Anne Perschel takes a closer look at a new approach or at least a change in language regarding gender equity. The right people, using the right language makes all the difference. She also wonders whether one influential leader hints that men may soon be under-represented in the halls of power.
Jumping Ship: Unchartered Waters of a New Career
July 14, 2011 by Guest Contributor
Patty Norris Lubold talks us through her decision to change careers. She had been “hanging on to journalism like a child to a favorite, worn blanket … ” We’ve all been there. Here’s how to let go.
Speaking Up about Speaking Up
July 14, 2011 by Guest Contributor
Cherry Woodburn ponders the dilemma of sharing her passion AND being heard. Can she change the way she delivers her message without changing the message itself? Practice and success in dong so means she and other women will be better able to negotiate salaries and promotions.
Relationships are Worth More than Money: Why Networking Matters
July 14, 2011 by Guest Contributor
Roberta Budvietas, established author and presenter in the South Pacific, tell us why creating quality relationships are vital and that by acknowledging, accepting and appreciating others we all achieve more. An intelligent and heart warming post.