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From Fear To Power: How Women Can Thrive In Career Advancement With Public Speaking

Public speaking skills aren’t just a nice-to-have, they’re a total game-changer for millennial and Gen Z women professionals looking...

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6 Things Millennials Can Learn From Their Gen Z Colleagues

Millennials have had the floor for a while now — you’ve survived dial-up, made skinny jeans a personality trait...

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How Working Women Are Managing Chronic Health Conditions

Chronic health conditions are long-term health conditions that last for a year or more and require regular medical treatment. They include diabetes, arthritis, autoimmune...

By: Edikan Umoh · 4 days ago

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The Power Of Pivoting: How Women Are Changing Careers

The only constant is change, and this is the same in our careers as well. More and more women are realizing that it’s okay...

By: Edikan Umoh · 4 days ago

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How A ’12-Week Year’ Can Help You Level Up Your Career

If you’re anything like me and set bold goals every year, but then struggle to achieve them, you may be someone who’d do well...

By: Rita Pike · 5 days ago

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3 Organizational Tools Every Entrepreneur Should Know About

After a full day of working, it can still feel like you didn’t actually get anything done. You’re not alone. One study found that...

By: Caitlin Elizabeth · 5 days ago

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Her Agenda Launches ‘The Breakthrough Grant’ To Support Women Entrepreneurs

Her Agenda is committed to helping women break through barriers in entrepreneurship and professional growth. In honor of our 17th anniversary, we are launching...

By: Her Agenda · 5 days ago

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3 Women On Navigating Fertility While Climbing The Career Ladder

Several decades ago society wasn’t receptive to women chasing esteemed careers while also choosing to be a mother. Today,...

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How To Successfully Negotiate Equity When Joining A Startup

When negotiating equity at a startup, women too often leave money on the table. According to Carta’s 2024 Annual...

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The Health Impacts Of Workplace Inequity

The workplace is more than just a place to earn a living, as it shapes our daily experiences, our stress levels and, ultimately, our...

By: Luisana Rodríguez · 2 weeks ago

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How To Navigate The Challenge Of Job Hunting In 2025

The current state of job security isn’t what it was 20 years ago; and finding a job can appear to be harder than keeping...

By: Candis McDow · 2 weeks ago

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How Vision Mapping Could Be Your Secret Weapon In Redefining Your Career

It can be perplexing when you’re at a career crossroads, but vision mapping can be your best secret weapon. Research has found that almost...

By: Janell Hazelwood, MAOL · 2 weeks ago

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How Rewriting The Code’s Black Wings Program Uplifts Black Women In Tech

Across industries, companies are rolling back or dismantling DEI programs. From removing references to diversity to ending programs completely, many companies are rethinking their...

By: Marta Kargol · 2 weeks ago

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How April Smith Is Turning Ambition Into Action

April Smith is a serial entrepreneur, real estate investor, and full-time professional who’s building wealth and breaking barriers one bold decision at a time....

By: Candis McDow · 3 weeks ago

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How Francine Mbvoumbo Is Empowering Women Entrepreneurs

Imagine you’re a Millennial or Gen Z woman hoping to start or grow your business and have the chance...

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How Women Are Leveraging Remote Work To Redesign Their Career Paths

Since the pandemic, remote work has been highly popular and convenient for many. People are utilizing the perks of...

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The Black Ambition Prize Provides Access And Community To Entrepreneurs

Behind the back wall of The Smith restaurant in New York City, the 2024 Black Ambition Prize winners gathered for the New York Learning...

By: Chinenye Onyeike · 3 weeks ago

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How Women Are Turning Passion Projects Into Profitable Businesses

One evening, after another long day at work, you sit down, scrolling through your bank statements. Bills are piling up, your salary hasn’t budged,...

By: Kehinde Adepetun · 3 weeks ago

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Job Search Stalling? Your Zodiac Could Be The Link To Shifting Approach

While the job search might be tough, some professionals are looking to the zodiac to turn things around. It’s telling that recent research has...

By: Janell Hazelwood, MAOL · 4 weeks ago

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Why Women Are Prioritizing Autonomy Over Job Titles

Traditional career success has typically been defined by job titles, promotions, higher compensation, and corner offices in the corporate sector. These milestones have often...

By: Tyerra Drake · 4 weeks ago

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Get Rich Slow: How Anne Curry Built Her Real Estate Business With Patience And Purpose

Anne Curry is a real estate investor and entrepreneur who exemplifies what’s possible when passion meets perseverance. With over 30 years of experience buying,...

By: SaDiedrah Harris · 1 month ago

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High Impact Women On The Micro Decisions That Changed Their Careers

In the now infamous Ted Talk, “My Year Of Saying Yes To Everything,” Shonda Rhimes recalled how one morning,...

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How To Overcome Impostor Syndrome

Impostor Syndrome is a constant self-doubt, questioning, fear, and lack of belief in one’s self. If you’ve ever felt...

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AI Compliance Violations: How You Can Avoid A Workplace Nightmare

AI compliance has been a challenging issue for company leaders for years. Major global powerhouses have even been implementing bans on AI use by...

By: Janell Hazelwood, MAOL · 1 month ago

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How These 3 Women Built Profitable Communities On Substack

Substack has emerged as a powerful tool that helps women monetize their knowledge and cultivate the communities that sustain and enrich their work. The...

By: Luisana Rodríguez · 1 month ago

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How Time Off Made These Women Better Leaders

Employee burnout is at an all-time high, with 66%, or two-thirds, of the American workforce reporting experiencing burnout, according to a study by Moodle....

By: Giovanna Acosta · 1 month ago

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From Layoff To Level Up: How Women Can Bounce Back Stronger

Receiving the news you’re being laid off can often feel like a personal attack or failure. But in today’s economy, layoffs are more common...

By: Tyerra Drake · 1 month ago

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The New Rules Of Publicity: How Women Entrepreneurs Can Get Media Attention

Today’s world consists of digital channels where the narrative is shifting daily due to the media landscape. According to CNBC, journalists are being laid...

By: Tyerra Drake · 1 month ago

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Working From Home: How To Set Boundaries With Yourself

Working from home has become increasingly common since the Covid-19 pandemic, and while there are many benefits, some of...

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How Dina Powell McCormick Is Redefining Finance And Influence

Dina Powell McCormick has always operated at the intersection of power, policy, and purpose. Now, as she transitions from...

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These Success Habits Will Ensure You Thrive At A New Job

It’s been proven that the success habits included in your morning routine at work — or the lack thereof — can greatly impact your...

By: Janell Hazelwood, MAOL · 1 month ago

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How Women Entrepreneurs Are Navigating The Challenges Of 2025

In 2025, women entrepreneurs continue to encounter significant challenges. Despite these obstacles, many have developed effective strategies to overcome barriers and achieve success. Explore...

By: Mia Barnes · 1 month ago

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How Women Can Stay Competitive In Evolving Industries

The industrial world is ever-evolving, driven by technological growth like machine learning, AR and VR, AI in everything from fridges to mass production machines....

By: Mia Barnes · 2 months ago

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The Power Of Women-Led Networks

A lot of factors are important in rising to the top but relationships and networks are one of the most important. And for women...

By: Kehinde Adepetun · 2 months ago

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The Digital Product Revolution: How Women Entrepreneurs Are Monetizing Their Knowledge

In today’s digital-first world, a growing number of women are turning their expertise into thriving online businesses. Through online courses, memberships, communities, and downloadable...

By: Brianna Newton · 2 months ago

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The Importance Of Diversity And Inclusion In Women-Led Startups

Diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) are more than just corporate buzzwords; they’re essential to fostering innovation, improving employee satisfaction,...

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How To Build A Personal Board Of Directors To Guide Your Career

If you’ve ever felt stuck in your career or unsure of your next move, you’re not alone. But here’s...

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LinkedIn’s 2025 Jobs On The Rise Report: Emerging Careers To Watch

In the ever-evolving job market, adaptability has never been more important — and LinkedIn’s 2025 Jobs on the Rise report offers a roadmap for...

By: Kelsey Kryger · 2 months ago

Education That Supports Every Chapter: How National University Empowers Life’s “Ands”

A therapist isn’t just someone who listens to your problems. They’re your advocate, your cheerleader, and someone who helps create real change. Whether you’re...

By: Janell Hazelwood, MAOL · 2 months ago

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Amina AlTai Wants Us To Reclaim Ambition — And Redefine What It Means To Succeed

Amina AlTai has made a career out of asking better questions — about identity, ambition, burnout, and the narratives that shape how we show...

By: Gillian Smith · 2 months ago

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Jobseekers: These Top Companies Offer On-The-Job Upskilling And Training Opportunities

Upskilling, or the process of learning a new skill or enhancing your current skill set, is critical for women professionals looking to maintain their...

By: Janell Hazelwood, MAOL · 2 months ago

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4 Women On The Power Of A Business Mentor

Success isn’t only about having a great idea. It’s about navigating challenges, making smart decisions and learning from those who’ve been there before. That’s...

By: Mia Barnes · 2 months ago

Balancing Act? Master It With The Right University By Your Side With National University

Balancing a career, family, caregiving, and personal growth can often feel like an impossible juggling act. When every day...

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AI Job Market Surges In 2025: What Job Seekers Need To Know Now

The World Economic Forum’s 2023 ‘Future of Jobs Report’ predicted that AI would be one of the fastest growing...

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A Peek Inside Her Agenda: Dr. Joyce F. Brown

After nearly three decades of transformative leadership, Dr. Joyce F. Brown is preparing to step down as president of the Fashion Institute of Technology...

By: Taylor Bushey · 2 months ago

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Career Strategies For Neurodivergent Professionals

Neurodiversity is the concept that there is natural variation in the way the human mind works. Rather than listing people with neurological problems with the...

By: Varsha Pai · 2 months ago

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Digital Nomads: How To Balance Career Growth And Security In Remote Work

The digital nomad lifestyle, once a niche pursuit, has grown into a global movement, offering professionals unparalleled freedom to work from virtually anywhere. According...

By: Janell Hazelwood, MAOL · 2 months ago

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Leadership Lessons From Janet Truncale: Navigating EY As The First Female Big Four CEO

Janet Truncale has amassed over 30 years of experience with EY, formerly Ernst & Young, which is a multinational professional services network. It’s also...

By: Candis McDow · 2 months ago

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Why An MBA In Marketing Is A Smart Investment For Career Growth

For those aiming to scale the corporate ladder, especially in marketing, investing in online marketing MBA programs is a strategic move. These programs offer a well-rounded...

By: Her Agenda · 2 months ago