Empowerment noun -1 Authority or power given to someone to do something. -2 The process of becoming stronger and more confident, especially in controlling one’s life and claiming one’s rights. Empower has become my least favorite word, particularly when applied to...
One of the biggest challenges in facing down sexism is how insidiously it’s seeped its way into the institutions of our society. Even the most well-intentioned men can fall into bad habits without knowing it, and sometimes sexism lurks below the surface,...
The recent #metoo movement has brought forth greater transparency of sexual harassment, assault and inequality in the workplace. Shining a light on gender inequality was the first step. Now modern businesses need to reconsider antiquated policies in order to achieve...
Women business owners are a force to be reckoned with and are strongly driving the US economy. According to the U.S. Small Business Administration, they own more than 12.3 million companies across the country, employing over 14.8 million people and generating more...
Though workplace culture has come a long way in terms of supporting and hiring women, there is still far more work that needs to be done. Whether that work is addressing the pay gap between men and women or taking a zero tolerance policy to harassment, businesses need...
