Monthly Archives: February 2010

February 24, 2010

Pushing Ourselves to the Top of the Corporate Ladder

Last week Forbes touted a new study from Bain & Company indicating that 80% of 1,800 polled businesspeople — men and women — say they are convinced of the benefits of gender parity at all levels.  Orit Gadiesh and Julie … Continue reading →

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February 17, 2010

Paying Our Dues

So much of our happiness and success in the workplace comes down to one person: our boss.  They hold the keys to greater challenge and autonomy, as well as more practical conveniences, like ability to leave for a doctor’s appointment … Continue reading →

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February 9, 2010

Why Gender Quotas Are Bad for Business and for Feminism

A few weeks ago CV Harquail at Authentic Organizations drew my attention to this New York Times article about Norway’s policy requiring that 40% of corporate board members be women.  On its face, the legislation seems like a good thing … Continue reading →

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