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Appearance anxiety can affect women's self-esteem – but it doesn’t have to be a drag on their performance at work

March 4, 2025 • by Ginka Toegel in Women's empowerment • 9 min read

Current and aspiring women leaders may be self-conscious about their appearance, but strategies for developing an authentic professional style can redirect attention to their achievements, as they dress for comfort and confidence....

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Conscious leadership and the power of kindness

March 4, 2025 • by Shelley Zalis in Women's empowerment • 4 min read

By fostering a ‘we’ culture of sharing, respect, and gratitude, leaders can transform their organizations to shine in an inclusive world....

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Here’s a wizard idea: Set free your inner Dorothy

November 15, 2024 • by Shelley Zalis in Women's empowerment • 4 min read

It's time to retire the word 'empowerment' so that women can step into their innate power....

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“Success is about having a vision and being privileged enough to see the impact”

July 29, 2024 • by Lana Haddad in Women's empowerment • 8 min read

Lana Haddad, Chief Operating Officer at the International Olympic Committee, reflects on what has propelled her to succeed in traditionally male-dominated industries....

There's a $4tn opportunity on the table but women will get less than 1%. Is this the best we can do?

July 29, 2024 • by Shelley Zalis in Women's empowerment • 6 min read

Female-owned businesses secure only a fraction of procurement contracts globally. It’s time to challenge the status quo by addressing systemic barriers and fostering inclusive practices....

In the footsteps of Frida: women and diversity in the world of art

July 24, 2024 in Women's empowerment • 12 min read

More women artists from diverse backgrounds, including Latin American, are fetching record prices at auction. Equitable representation in the art world is opening new markets, driving economic growth, and showing the way...

How the media should cast women in a positive light

July 12, 2024 • by Shelley Zalis in Women's empowerment • 5 min read

Accurate female representation in the media will have a transformative impact on the next generation of female leaders....

Equal care, equal share: Bridging the care gap in leadership

June 12, 2024 • by Shelley Zalis in Women's empowerment • 6 min read

Women often step back from their careers because caring responsibilities usually fall on them by default, thanks to outdated societal norms....

Crashing the VC glass ceiling by building ecosystems

June 5, 2024 in Women's empowerment • 9 min read

Fostering women-led VC communities, changing recruiting requirements, and expanding education and mentorship opportunities are crucial to closing the global VC gender gap, writes Bedy Yang, managing partner at 500 Global — a...

Zero Gap Forward: A blueprint for closing the gender pay gap

April 16, 2024 • by Shelley Zalis in Women's empowerment • 4 min read

Transparency and standard salary benchmarks are vital to ensure the future of employment is equitable and just for all....

Slow down! Why doing too much is not helping you or your team