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Being Optimistic Is a Big Part of Figuring Things Out | Janine Guenther

By / / Leadership, People We Admire, Women Empowerment
Passion for Wealth Management Values and Vision for Life Challenges on the Way Giving Back and Learning  Overview: Growing up in a grocery store in a very small town, Janine Guenther was always told to work hard, go to university, and get a job by her parents. Starting her interest in finance at a very young age, she successfully secured a commercial lending trainee position with Lloyd’s Bank during the global recession. The life-changing point in her life began when …

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What is the Key to Having More Women in Leadership

What is the Key to Having More Women in Leadership: Mentorship, Stretch Assignments, Or Quotas?

By / / External Article, Leadership, Women Empowerment
Although many companies are revising their views on women in leadership, progress is still slow around the globe. A 2020 Mercer review of women in leadership found that only 29% of senior managers were women, with the percentage in executive roles even lower at 23%. While other statistics indicate an overall increase in the number of women in senior positions over the past few years, the pandemic negatively affected many who were on the senior track and had to (or chose to) leave their …

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Harnessing the Power of Ambition With Lynn Anderson

By / / Careers, Leadership, People We Admire
Be Proud of Your Opportunities The Lifelong Learning Attitude as a Leader Level Up the Self-Esteem: Know Your Worth Overview: As a leader, continuous learning is key to Lynn Anderson’s success story. It’s important to be open to change, especially in ourselves. Mistakes are normal. They make you learn and be better. Always listen to feedback—that way, we can learn and evolve. But, don’t pay much attention to people who try to impose their views on us. Know your worth …

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Do it Now: 6 Practical Ways to Beat Procrastination

By / / Adulthood, Leadership, Well-Being
Victims of Procrastination The Reasons Behind Procrastination Ways to Overcome Procrastination Overview: We have all fallen victim to putting off tasks until the last minute. Contrary to popular belief, procrastination is not always due to laziness. To beat procrastination, you must first understand its causes and come up with practical ways to mitigate it. This article highlights six practical ways to stop procrastinating and start getting work done. According to research, 15–20 percent of adults are chronic procrastinators, and one in …

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Why Gender Equity and Diversity Matter for a Successful Business

By / / Careers, Diversity & Inclusivity, Leadership
Why Is There a Need for Change? Why Are Diverse and Inclusive Teams Still a Rarity? How Can Workplaces Foster Inclusivity? Overview: According to studies, businesses hoping to keep growing need to inculcate the values of diversity, equity, and inclusion in their business. Having homogenous teams leads to a loss of talent, innovation, and opportunity for growth. However, equitable teams are still a rarity because of comfort-zone practices and structural challenges. Some simple steps can begin to break through this …

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Combining Care with Career | The Journey of Cheryl McCants

By / / Entrepreneurship, Leadership, People We Admire
Constant Quest for Education Learning and Investing in People Future Business Goals Message to the Youth As a teenager, I was blessed to graduate from P.S. 26, study as a community scholar and attend one of the most prestigious high schools in the country. Those memorable years opened my eyes to the importance of education, the challenges of racism and the value of true friendship. By staying true to my values, and opening myself to a variety of experiences, I …

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Leadership Has No Minimum Age

By / / External Article, Leadership, Work Culture
Young people who are new to the workforce may have fresh ideas and be open to wider, advanced perspectives because their minds have not become entrenched in mundane habits. What if we visualized a fresher beginning to rewarding life path, one with many exciting avenues from which to choose? That is a much healthier way for young people to think of their potential as they begin their careers. This article was originally published on td.org. Read More
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It’s Manly to Be a Feminist

By / / Breaking Stereotypes, Leadership, Women Empowerment
What Being a Feminist Actually Means Feminism Is Not Just Women’s Work Gender Equality Improves Men’s Lives, Too How Men Can Make a Difference as Feminists The word feminist can send many men into a cold sweat. Often, feminism is maligned in the media as radical, angry women making noise or claiming they don’t need men. Too often, men think feminism is only a women’s issue and that they should avoid any connection with it, positive or negative. Some fear …

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Helping Women Rise | Subuhi Safvi’s Journey

By / / Leadership, People We Admire, Women Empowerment
About Subuhi Safvi The Importance of Mental Health The Motive to Keep Going "I was surrounded by strong women growing up, and my mother and grandmother have been a source of inspiration for me." My grandmother was one of the first women in her locality who had a master's degree. My mother is a historian and a writer. She started doing what she loves when she was 55 years old. They taught me how to pursue my passion and desires …

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