All posts tagged "Career tips"

Negotiate for salary: we need to get better in asking for what we deserve

After running an Executive Search firm for over 25 years and being the Founder of Financial Executive Women (FEW), I was so disappointed to see when I interviewed female candidates, they would underestimate what their...
Eco friendly jobs: Important roles for women to thrive in the eco sector

There are a plethora of eco friendly jobs within the environmental sector that you could establish yourself in. Certain jobs within this field still have a relatively low female uptake due to these roles being...
Focus on yourself: Why it’s time to shed labels and hit your true potential

Why let yourself be held back by the labels other people put on you? It’s time to shake off those labels and focus on yourself. We know barriers still exist in the workplace, but how...
Invest in yourself: Reasons to invest in self-leadership

Self-leadership is a game-changer when you want to invest in yourself to be the best version of you. It helps us think, learn and relate effectively, optimising our skills, talents and potential. Self-leadership is leading...
Master of public administration: in-depth guide to an MPA

This guide outlines the benefits of a master of public administration degree, answers some questions, and a whole lot more. Are you thinking about being a public leader and administrator? Do you have an interest...
Diverse team strategies: better performance and competitive advantage

This guide outlines how a diverse team offers a competitive advantage and can be motivated to perform better by accounting for diversity. While traditional, established businesses adjust their communication activities for a specific region or...
What to wear for a Zoom interview to make the right impression

This guide outlines what to wear for a Zoom interview when you want to dress to make a great impression on the interviewer. Interviewing for a job can be overwhelming, stressful and of course you...
Workplace problems for women: 6 big problems women still face

This guide outlines the six main workplace problems women still have to deal with, despite all the supposed progress that has been made. The US has come a long way in regards to women in the...
Career paths: is it time for you to find one that suits you better?

This has been an unprecedented year, leading many of us to reflect on what we are doing with our lives. This has affected everything from our own self-image to our careers. More people have set...