Ways Women Can Help Each Other Get Ahead At Work
Ambition and a competitive spirit are what drive women to do better and achieve more in the workplace. This becomes a problem when that drive spirals out of control creating a full-on death match among coworkers. Here are some ways to transition that thinking from “dog eat dog” to cultivating successive paths to greatness. Become a mentor You rock it out in your job, right? So, instead of reveling in your coworker’s demise, reach out to her and propose a job shadowing opportu
4 Stereotypes About Women In The Workplace (That Aren’t True)
With the increase of women making power moves in the workplace, you’d think we’ve somehow overcome the stereotypes that have plagued us over the years. Here are some myth busters to prove women can be great leaders and have shattered the gendered expectations of cooking, cleaning and birthing children. MYTH 1: Women lack leadership ability Many women are nurturing, supportive, communicative and receptive to the emotions of others around them. This not only means that we can e
Why You Shouldn’t Be So Quick To Refer A Friend For A Job
Since childhood, my calling has been helping people. From writing papers to connecting with mentors, I was always there to share my knowledge and lend a hand. It came as no surprise that my “white hat syndrome” would lead me to a career in human resources. When I became a recruiter, I crossed paths with many hopeful job seekers looking for employment opportunities. The day came when I found myself offering career advice to a lifelong friend. What seemed like a perfectly great
