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Is Your Viewpoint on Meritocracies Holding You Back? Remember to Share Your Accomplishments.
Self-Advocacy – 3 tips for talking with your boss. I was recently invited to write an article for the Leadercast Now blog to share insights and solutions for a leadership challenge. Selecting a topic was easy. During Q&A sessions, I’m often asked about meritocracy and why hard work alone isn’t enough to get promoted. As…
Read MoreThe male leaders committed to sponsoring women
Company leaders have a responsibility to lead. It’s not acceptable for 50 percent of the workforce to stop talking with the other 50 percent. It’s time a zero tolerance policy on bad behavior and empowering everyone to be their best selves at work. “There is no greater time for CEOs in this country to send…
Read MoreMy True Calling. A Podcast with Judy Hoberman.
Why Women. Why Encourage Men to Advocate for Women? Some people are very intentional and live their lives on purpose. Others are not as aware and struggle to find purpose. Many simply respond to whatever life throws at them and it may not be their true calling. Being clear about and connected to your purpose,…
Read MoreTalking About Women, Leadership And The Bottom-Line
A Podcast with Ron Comacho and Jeffery Halter Women represent half of the American workforce they represent 1/3 of company chief executives. So why is there a gender gap and why are we overlooking this vast reservoir of talent, leadership potential and the productivity that women bring to top positions and to boards of directors?…
Read MoreHow to Engage Men in Advancing Women
When Women Win podcast by Rana Nawas Earlier this month, I spoke with Rana Nawas, corporate veteran, writer and speaker, for her #WomenWomenWin podcast. I was honored to be the second man invited to be interviewed for her show. We had a wide-ranging discussion about the important role male allies and advocates play in advancing women…
Read MoreHow to Create an Integrated Women’s Leadership Strategy
MindaliaTV interview on gender equality and advancing women When Judy Hoberman invited me to join her and Angel Ribo for an interview on MindaliaTV, I said yes. For those who know Judy, you understand why. If you don’t follow her on Twitter (@SellingInASkirt) for insights on men and women sell, manage, recruit and supervise differently and tips on how both…
Read MoreThe 25 Best Leadership Websites You Need to Check Out This Year
YWomen selected one of the best leadership websites There are hundreds of leadership websites on the internet claiming to offer the best information for business leaders who want to develop better management practices. However, not all of these sites are created equal. The key to learning how to be a good leader or establish a successful business…
Read MoreHow To Engage Men In Women’s Leadership Issues – Part 2
What can men do in the short term and long term to champion women? #MenasAllies (Part 1 in this series can be read here). According to Mercer’s When Women Thrive report, only 39 percent of middle management and 38 percent of male employees are engaged in company diversity and inclusion initiatives. While some people will say nearly 40…
Read MoreEngaging Men in Women’s Leadership and Advancement
To bring systemic change, bring the men onboard, IWLC speaker says Jeffery Halter spoke at the Iowa Women Lead Change – Central Iowa Conference in Des Moines earlier this month. He headlined a breakout session for men on how to be allies and advocates and gave the afternoon keynote, “Why Women – The Leadership Imperative…
Read MoreCalifornia legislators and large companies take the lead to add female directors
Women Slowly, Steadily Take Seats on Boards of Directors On October 1, 2018, California became the first state to require publicly traded companies to include women on their boards. Will, your company wait for the inevitable or move forward and be seen as a leader for gender equity? I was recently interviewed by Kathy Gurchiek…
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