Almost a decade ago, Carnegie Mellon professors Sarah Laschever and Linda Babcock found that men ask for raises and promotions four times more than women do. Their research has now been cited so often that it’s just about become popular wisdom.
Read MoreBeing happy is not the sole, top professional goal for me, nor for many women leaders I know. It’s a welcome and worthwhile byproduct of a productive, meaningful life, not the whole point.
Read MoreAre you confused by the power dynamics in your workplace? Do you absolutely dread conflict and avoid it at all costs? Are you happy in your industry but unhappy with how you are being treated in your workplace?
It would be awesome if someone had a solution for you.
Read MoreReading Sheryl Sandberg’s Lean In on Kindle earlier this year, I noticed one of the most underlined passages was this one: “Fear is at the root of so many barriers women face. Fear of not being liked. Fear of making the wrong choice. Fear of drawing negative attention. Fear of overreaching. Fear of being judged.”
The fact that this is one of the most underlined passages is interesting, but I don’t think it’s fear women are wrestling with
Read MoreGeneration Y just can’t win.
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