Sheryl Sandberg admits she was terrified to step onto the TED stage in 2010 — because she was going to talk, for the first time, about the lonely experience of being a woman in the top tiers of business. Millions of views (and a best-selling book) later, the Facebook COO talks with the woman who [...]
The League of Women in Government believes that the best way to gain knowledge and develop new leaders in local government is to share our stories. We want to help inspire young women to seek a career and advance to their highest potential in local government. How can YOU help? Share YOUR story of how [...]
Today's satirical video from Buzzfeed illustrates the subtle and not-so-subtle sexism that still exists in the workplace today including: That pressure to “not end sentences with a question” and “be more assertive.” When you’re talked over in meetings, even when your idea is awesome. And, Being asked to do things that the other gender isn’t asked to do, [...]
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By Ashley Stahl, Contributor, Forbes Leadership We all have enough to worry about in the workplace these days. Unemployment rates are still pretty high. Job growth is sluggish. Women in particular face a number of workplace barriers that can stifle their professional growth. Achieving success can be challenging in this environment, so it’s important to proactively [...]
By Elke Doom My municipal career began with a temporary position in the City Clerk’s office processing absentee ballots. Fast forward through the last twenty plus years, I became a full time employee, department head and elected official, as well as (after years of night school and an MA in Public Administration), a City Manager. [...]
Whether in the private or public sector, Catherine Rampell's words resonate with all of us! By Catherine Rampell, The Washington Post In corporate and political America, women just can’t win. If you’re tough and take charge, you’re pushy, bossy, maybe even a bitch. If you stand aside and let others give direction, you’re meek, weak, [...]
4 Tactics to land your first leadership position By Chantal R Wynter There isn't a clear technique or a set of strategies that can guarantee you a leadership position. However, there are certain steps and strategies you can take to boost your chances of getting your first leadership position. Take ownership of your career No [...]