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6 Tools for Handling Difficult Conversations

July 29, 2019 By Michele McGovern

6 Tools for Handling Difficult Conversations

Perhaps a tragedy struck. Bad news needs to be shared. An uncomfortable question must be answered. And the unfortunate truth is, women leaders can’t easily or fully prepare for difficult and delicate situations like … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Communication, Featured Home Tagged With: difficult conversations, Eric Torrence

Most Women Aren’t as Independent as They Think: Are You?

December 18, 2017 By Michele McGovern

Most Women Aren’t as Independent as They Think: Are You?

On the surface, most women in leadership appear to be independent - confident, grounded and self-reliant. Below the surface, many aren't. What about you? … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Featured Home, Life Balance Tagged With: Greg Miller, The Circle Blueprint: Decoding the Conscious and Unconscious Factors that Determine Your Succes, Women in the Workplace study

New Research Shows How Women Can Get Promoted to the Top

December 4, 2017 By Michele McGovern

New Research Shows How Women Can Get Promoted to the Top

Only a few women rise to the top of Fortune 500 companies, but two researchers are hell-bent on getting more there. Here's what they've found you need to make it. … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Leadership Tagged With: Korn Ferry, research

Here’s How to Rediscover Your Inspiration

November 20, 2017 By Michele McGovern

Here’s How to Rediscover Your Inspiration

Not feeling the fire that once ignited your professional passion? In a career rut? Or just experiencing a seasonal dip in morale? Nearly every woman leader loses her inspiration at one time or another. Here's help to … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Leadership Tagged With: inspiration, Kristi Hedges, The Inspiration Code: How the Best Leaders Energize People Every Day

Lead Without Fear: 5 Habits of Women Who Make Things Happen

November 5, 2017 By Michele McGovern

Lead Without Fear: 5 Habits of Women Who Make Things Happen

If you want to drive change and propel growth, make friends with fear. … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Leadership Tagged With: Amanda Setili, Fearless Growth: The New Rules to stay Competitive Foster Innovation and Dominate Your Market

‘Own Your Power’ – and More Wisdom from a Woman at the Top of Wall Street

October 23, 2017 By Michele McGovern

‘Own Your Power’ – and More Wisdom from a Woman at the Top of Wall Street

You're powerful. But do you own your power? … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Women in the World Tagged With: Carla Harris, Pennsylvania Conference for Women

How to Get the Promotion You Dream Of

October 9, 2017 By Michele McGovern

How to Get the Promotion You Dream Of

Forget the glass ceiling. You might be the one thing holding yourself back from the position you've always wanted. … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Leadership Skills Tagged With: Promotions, Roberta Chinsky Matuson, Suddenly in Charge: Managing Up Managing Down Succeeding All Around.

New Proof You Can Excel in a ‘Bro Culture’

September 25, 2017 By Michele McGovern

New Proof You Can Excel in a ‘Bro Culture’

As a woman leader, you won't likely fit in the "Bro Culture" that exists in many organizations - and new research proves you're better off for it.  … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Gender Partnerships Tagged With: Bro culture, gender research, Journal of Experimental Social Psychology

Negotiation Lessons from Women in NFL’s Top Offices

September 11, 2017 By Michele McGovern

Negotiation Lessons from Women in NFL’s Top Offices

Most women you see on an NFL Sunday are sidelined in cheerleading uniforms. But behind the scenes – and in the front offices – of many NFL organizations are powerful women leaders who know how to negotiate with the best of … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Communication Tagged With: Amy Trask, Charlotte Jones Anderson, Katherine "Katie" Blackburn, Molly Fletcher, You Negotiate Like a Girl: Reflections on a Career in the National Football League

4 Ways to Add Meaning to Your Employees’ Work

August 28, 2017 By Michele McGovern

4 Ways to Add Meaning to Your Employees’ Work

Money and prestige might seem like compelling reasons for employees to work hard for you. But those aren't what drive most people. … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Leadership Tagged With: Harvard Business Review, Lewis Garrad, Tomas Chamorro-Premuzic

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