The confidence myth holding women back at work
In her latest book, The Confidence Myth, IMD Professor Ginka Toegel examines why confidence is so often misinterpreted at work – and how organizational systems shape who is seen as confident and...

March 6, 2026 • by Ginka Toegel in Women's empowerment • 9 min read
Women’s progress has stalled because organizational systems fail them. Fixing this means recalibrating three things: succession slates, sponsorship, and executive feeder roles....
Continue readingFebruary 23, 2026 • by Ginka Toegel in Women's empowerment • 9 min read
In her latest book, The Confidence Myth, IMD Professor Ginka Toegel examines why confidence is so often misinterpreted at work – and how organizational systems shape who is seen as confident and...
January 30, 2026 • by Qi Zhang in Women's empowerment • 7 min read
Striving to be a superhero has backfired professionally and personally for ambitious Frances. It’s time to ease her foot off the gas, says Qi Zhang...
January 22, 2026 • by Shelley Zalis in Women's empowerment • 4 min read
Multigenerational teams bring competitive advantages. It’s vital to tap into the wisdom and experience of older workers, urges Shelley Zalis....
January 21, 2026 • by Rupa Dash in Women's empowerment • 7 min read
As women live longer, society must rethink careers and leadership to unlock a longevity-equality dividend that enables women to contribute and lead at every life stage....
January 20, 2026 • by Caroline Basyn in Women's empowerment • 5 min read
Aspiring tech board members must have role-specific experience and knowledge, says Caroline Basyn ...
August 12, 2025 • by Shelley Zalis in Women's empowerment • 4 min read
We need a new blueprint for business that combines vision, design, and human connection. Here are the skills you need to be a future-ready leader....
March 28, 2025 • by Vanina Farber in Women's empowerment • 7 min read
Women’s financial security, career progression, and personal safety have long been shaped by systems that overlook their realities. 'Lifepreneurs' – entrepreneurs who innovate from lived experience – are challenging these defaults....
March 27, 2025 • by Jennifer Jordan, Alexander Fleischmann in Women's empowerment • 3 min read
Take our quiz to see if you're well-placed to implement new European rules on boardroom equality....
March 24, 2025 • by Heather Cairns-Lee, Alexander Fleischmann in Women's empowerment • 3 min read
Being an inclusive leader involves listening, questioning your assumptions, and admitting that you don’t know it all. Spot how you can make the following scenarios more inclusive and read on for tips...
March 18, 2025 • by Diana Markaki-Bartholdi in Women's empowerment • 5 min read
New EU legislation requires stronger female representation on corporate boards. Here are ways to navigate the transition....
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