With Much Progress In Gender Equity, Phillip Morris International Now Addresses Ageism
With many successes in gender equity as a foundation, PMI now recognizes the need to address ageism and gendered ageism to honor this commitment to their employees.
How One Woman’s Story Helps Thousands Of Individuals Find A Future In Technology
Irma’s destiny changed when she scored well on the PSAT. Marketing materials started arriving at her home from colleges, and when one letter arrived offering her a full scholarship, Irma allowed herself to imagine life beyond the fields in California for the first time. Irma’s subsequent career in technology led her to start Bitwise Industries with her co-founder, Jake Soberal. The mission of Bitwise stems from Irma’s unique personal story, experiences, and lessons learned about how to provide opportunities for those individuals in underserved communities who would otherwise not even dream of a career in technology.
Sarah Ann Masse Called Out Harvey Weinstein And Then Faced Career Retaliation. Now She’s Fighting For Change.
In a recent interview with me, Masse, an LA-based, bisexual, and invisibly disabled actor, writer, singer, producer, filmmaker, and comedian, commented, “I was really afraid to talk about it for a long time, and when the New York Times story about Weinstein broke, it was the first time that I realized I wasn’t alone in all of this.” Masse went on to say that a friend encouraged her to speak to the press about Weinstein’s sexual misconduct. She did so in 2017, thinking, “I wouldn’t be harmed by outing him. Everyone knows now. Everybody knows the truth. I’m not alone. I’m just one non-famous actress speaking up.”
Does It Make Sense To Delay Motherhood For Your Career?
For men and women looking to advance their careers, being mindful of how best to navigate the complexities of the workplace and paying attention to what it takes to position oneself for success are critical. Women, however, face many challenges their male counterparts don’t when considering their career trajectory. One major consideration for women, specifically women who want a family, is how motherhood will impact their career. And one question these women often ask themselves is whether it makes sense to delay motherhood in order to realize their full potential.
On The Third Anniversary Of The Lockdown, These Three Women Continue To Inspire Us
There are many inspiring stories of survival that have emerged from the COVID-19 lockdown. Many of us were overwhelmed, burned out, and depressed during this dark time. For some, however, the lockdown inspired their creativity and a sense of purpose that helped them forge a new path in their careers and their lives.
More Women Are Choosing To Work Remotely. Here’s How To Stay Visible And Successfully Navigate The Unlevel Playing Field
The pandemic took a toll on professional women, especially women with children. Faced with the challenges of trying to balance domestic responsibilities and work, many women left the workforce early on. The lack of childcare during this time period was a major...
How 23 Year Old Sisters Are Disrupting The Status Quo
Sarah and Leah Talabi were told by their mother from the time they were very young, “You can do whatever you want with your life, but first you have to start a company because you have to contribute to the world before you take from it.” The twins, now 23, took that advice to heart. In 2017 at the age of 17, they started Changemakers Studio, with the goal of telling stories that disrupt the status quo and inspire action on society’s most pressing issues. The studio will release the documentary Democracy Dies in Darkness on April 19th, a film that examines the political and cultural shift caused by the overthrow of Roe v. Wade. Sarah and Leah directed the film.
Dr. Elizabeth Klodas: One Cardiologist Challenging The Status Quo
About 15 years ago, Elizabeth Klodas MD FACC, a John Hopkins trained cardiologist, looked around her waiting room and saw a whole bunch of people whose number were perfect, but didn’t look any better. In fact, they didn’t feel better and in some ways the drugs they were taking made them feel worse.
The Shift In Age Demographics Will Create A $22 Trillion Market Opportunity
Understanding longevity provides a wake-up call not only for individuals to re-think their lives. and career, but for companies who now have the opportunity to expand and build their markets and revenue potential.