Judy Whitlow: Redefining Power at 70+, One Hand at a Time
On her 75th Birthday, Judy Whitlow started on a journey of self-discovery and adventure. She decided she was going to play in the World Series of Poker, a live poker festival held every year in Las Vegas. It was an incredibly badass move, for Judy who had never played poker before, even recreationally.
She started with reading three books including ‘Texas Hold’em for DUMMIES’ and, dismissing any intimidation for her lack of experience, she headed to Sin City. In that first tournament,
She cashed out and placed 175.
The National Geographic Series, QUEENS, Celebrates The Power of Female Leadership in the Natural World.
We learn from the shared stories of these female leaders in the wild that there is no one way to lead. Leadership can be about dominance and brute force over others, or it can emanate from compassion, friendship, and alliances. Some of these females are vicious and some are kind and soft, but the one thing they all have in common is they get the job done!
Jen Shahade, World Poker and Chess Champion, Encourages Women to be Aggressive and Take Risks
Jennifer Shahade, two-time Global Poker award winner and chess champion, member of team PokerStars Pro, and an Ambassador for Poker Power, has poker career earnings of over $480,254. An advocate for gender equality and empowerment, Shahade spoke to me recently about how poker helps women feel more comfortable being aggressive and addresses their fear about money and risk taking.
From Midlife Crisis To Empowerment: Becoming A Badass Woman
Katie Couric, an award-winning journalist, podcaster, documentary filmmaker, and best-selling author, who promoted gender equality in the workplace before it was popular, defines a badass woman as someone who “stands up for herself, is confident, and is not afraid to...
As Burnout Increases, What Can Women Do To Manage Stress, Stay Healthy, And Get The Care They Need?
What can women do to manage their stress and stay healthy during burnout and times of stress?
Poker Empowers Women And Girls By Building Confidence And Teaching Essential Leadership Skills
Poker, when taught to women and girls, inspires confidence, teaches discipline and strategy as well as the valuable skills of negotiation, risk-taking, decision-making, and reading people.
To Meet The Talent Shortage, Companies Are More Likely To Consider Mature Workers And Those With Gaps In Employment
The combination of a low birth rate and increase in longevity is changing the demographics of the workforce. The workforce is aging. This reality, in combination with a global talent shortage, is forcing companies to expand their talent search beyond the traditional...
New Report Reveals How the Marketing of Toys Reinforces Gender Stereotypes
Children’s ambitions, interests, and skills are shaped very early on by the media they consume, their choice of toys, and how they play. When these early experiences reinforce gender stereotypes and roles, it has a profound influence on their confidence, sense of...
How Audrey Nicole Diamonds Is Breaking The Mold In The Jewelry Business
Having launched four profitable businesses, Sherri Nourse, has the formula for success. She is now applying everything she’s learned through her years of experience in business to embark on her fifth new venture, Audrey Nicole Diamonds.