Gender Equality
Is just leaning in ever sufficient? It is time to stand for something, stand together and stand strong. It is time to stand up! Lately I’ve been wondering if “leaning in” is still sufficient? I am certain by now many of us are familiar with Sheryl Sandberg’s Lean In women’s empowerment movement, led by her […]
Read MoreWhat makes up the DNA of ambition? Ladies, in case you are still trying to figure it all out, let me help you connect the dots. YOU ARE WO-MAN! Roar and soar! You can be anything you want to be and more. It is YOUR choice and birthright. Societal norms, expectations, and constructs have lulled […]
Read MoreAre you an ambitious female in male-dominated industries? In many industries, men outnumber women in the workplace which can often make it difficult for women to stand out and be noticed. While this type of environment is not ideal for a woman to rise to the upper echelons of management, there are certain strategies which […]
Read MoreNo matter where you are in the world, it seems women have a tough time climbing the ranks in management. There are barriers in front of them from the moment they enter such a role. Some of the barriers are “historical,” having been part of the way companies operate since they began. Others are more […]
Read MoreWomen in the workforce today often still face the challenge of gender equality. Whether it is having to work harder than our male colleagues to climb the corporate ladder, or generally just making more noise to be noticed. We all know a female friend or three who still falls victim to the inequality of gender […]
Read MoreGender Equality: Are Boards Still Missing the Point? In 2017 there has been some noticeable progress in gender equality in Australia, with our Workplace Gender Equality Agency (WGEA) releasing figures showing the gap in pay rates narrowing to 22.4%. That’s great news. The report also shows Australian businesses have recognised the need for gender equity, […]