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4 Unhealthy Work Habits to Quit Now

Steer clear of these common workplace pitfalls—and you'll have a better workday all day

By Joseph Barberio posted May 23rd, 2019

Steer clear of these common workplace pitfalls—and you'll have a better workday all day.
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I’m Not Less Ambitious Because I’m Leaning Out

Ambition is simply a big goal that can be applied to anything—motherhood, fitness, wealth, cleanliness, writing—not just clawing your way to the top.

By Marissa Orr posted May 23rd, 2019

Leaning out could mean that a mom is changing her goals.
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Forget Exit Interviews. Women Need Life-Stage Interviews

Listen up, managers: This could be the secret to retaining talented employees.

By Audrey Goodson Kingo posted May 23rd, 2019

Research has shown that employers often have no clue just how much their employees struggle to balance work with caregiving duties. This would help.
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There Are Now More Fortune 500 Female CEOs Than Ever

Finally, progress in the top ranks.

By Audrey Goodson Kingo posted May 23rd, 2019

While the overall share of women CEOs is distressingly low at just 6.6 percent of the total 500, female leaders made a big jump this year as compared to last.

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'How Should Our Company Find Out if a Working Mom Would be Up for More Travel?'

Communication is key when it comes to this big decision.

By Barbara Frankel posted May 8th, 2019

Communication is key when it comes to this big decision.
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'I'm a Woman of Color Who Gets Asked to Mentor All the Time. How Do I Say No?'

Unfortunately, you only have so much time in the day.

By Barbara Frankel posted May 8th, 2019

Not every mentorship request can be fulfilled.

NAFE TWIN CITIES WOMEN'S LEADERSHIP SUMMIT 2019

Join us for this conference in Minneapolis, MN.

Date: July 31, 2019 | Time: 7:00am - 3:15pm Location: Ameriprise Financial, Minneapolis, MN
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'How Do I Connect with Other Women of Color at My Company?'

It can be tough, but you can find your people.

By Barbara Frankel posted May 8th, 2019

It can be tough, but you can find your people.
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LinkedIn Post Nails Why 'She Needs to Work Remotely' Shouldn't Be a Dealbreaker

“Stop limiting your talent pool with antiquated thinking.”

By Audrey Goodson Kingo posted Apr 25th, 2019

Some hiring managers still haven’t gotten the memo.
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Companies Are Keeping Tabs on Employees' Periods

Are you OK with your employer knowing when you're menstruating?

By Maricar Santos posted Apr 25th, 2019

Here's how it might not be in your best interest to give your company permission.
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Ask and You Shall Receive—a Raise? For Women, Not so Much

Research has tended to blame women for their inability to get pay raises as often as men do. A new study turns that around.

By Maricar Santos posted Apr 25th, 2019

Are women afraid to ask for more money?