As I stood nervously at my first client event after recently joining corporate America, I felt like I was in a sea of suits and grey hair. How is it that I planned this event and somehow feel like a Read More
Category: Career
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The Power of Volunteering: How Giving Back Can Advance Your Career
In today’s fast-paced and competitive job market, professionals are constantly seeking ways to stand out, build valuable experience, and develop meaningful connections. While many believe career advancement depends solely on formal education, paid work experience, and networking, volunteering can also Read More
The Motherhood Penalty and the Cost on Women’s Career
When I think about the challenges women face in their careers, I can’t help but remember my friend’s aunt, Melanie. Melanie was a passionate professional who loved her job. She dedicated years to her work, worked late to meet deadlines, Read More
How to Build Financial Independence as a Single Mom
Being a single mom comes with unique challenges, and financial independence is often at the top of the list. Without a second income to rely on, it’s crucial to have a solid financial plan to cover necessities, save for the Read More
Your Community Needs You: It’s Time for More Women in Office
Women are an important part of our community. After all, we do make up 50% of the population, but yet only hold a third of offices. If women want political leaders to care about what’s important to them, then we Read More
Empowerment Isn’t a Privilege—It’s a Right: How We Can Lift Women and Girls Together
As a Black woman in the professional financial field, I’ve often found myself as the only one who looks like me in the room. Breaking barriers for myself hasn’t always been easy, but I’ve learned that empowerment isn’t just about Read More
Equal Pay Day- What Causes the Gender Pay Gap?
What is Equal Pay Day? Equal Pay Day falls on Tuesday, March 12, 2024. Equal Pay Day is a symbolic day that represents how far into the year women must work to earn what men earned in the previous year. Read More
The Importance of Women’s Mental Health in the Workplace
There has been an increasing focus on mental health in recent years, recognizing its profound impact on overall well-being. While mental health affects everyone, it is essential to acknowledge the unique challenges women face in the workplace. Women are pivotal Read More
Female Leadership: Breaking Barriers and Achieving Success in the Professional Career
Career and leadership have always been male-dominated fields, but in recent decades we have seen significant change. More and more women are moving up in companies and occupying leadership positions. However, there is still much to be done to ensure Read More
International Equal Pay Day is September 18
September 18 is International Equal Pay Day, a day dedicated to raising awareness about unequal pay to women and pushing to close the gender pay gap. Click on the blog to read more about the history, and what we can do.