Even in 2017, male-dominated workplaces are common in many industries. Finding yourself as the only woman on a team of men has some perks (such as your pseudo-private restroom), but being the sole woman among men can produce some unique challenges (such as commonly being mistaken for the group’s assistant).
Resources to Further Your Education Without Breaking the Bank
Whether you’re starting a small business, climbing the rungs in your current company, or just looking to get a foot in the door, it’s likely that you don’t have the time or money to pursue a formal education. Yet keeping up with the trends in your chosen field is crucial, as is learning how to market yourself most effectively.
Monday Motivation: The Value of Investing in Women-Owned Businesses
With the ever-increasing rate of female entrepreneurship, investing in women-owned businesses is becoming more important than ever. Female entrepreneurs have more than doubled the number of their male counterparts in recent years and are starting businesses that offer a wide range of products and services, many of which are geared toward women.
…Monday Motivation: Steps for Brushing Up on Your Executive Presence
In a survey of CIOs conducted by Gartner, executive presence was second on the list of the top 20 leadership traits that make a difference. By comparison, technology skills ranked 12th. Bottom line, if you want that promotion, you need to take stock of your leadership traits.
…Tips for Public Speaking: Harness Your Power as a Women and Capture Your Audience
Studies show that women are excellent communicators. In fact, they actually have more neurons in the brain centers for languages and centers than men do. The female brain is unique and as the ability to connect deeply with audiences, ready tone of voice and facial expressions, and excellent verbal agility.
Salary Negotiation 101
Excellent salary negotiation skills are sometimes what separates the good and the best on the interviewees list. It’s a skill that you need to properly hone especially if you are to land your dream job.
Here are some vital tips on negotiating your salary:
Do your research beforehand
Investigate the current market compensation for a position similar to the one you are interviewing for.
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