Advancing Women Executives: Challenges, Benefits, and Strategies for Success in the Modern Workplace
The advancement of women in the corporate world is a critical issue that demands urgent attention. Despite significant progress in recent decades, women continue to be underrepresented in leadership positions and face persistent wage gaps. According to a 2021 McKinsey report, women hold only 24% of C-suite positions in the United States. This article explores the concept of “advancing women…
The Rising Importance of Female Executive Coaches in Today’s Business Landscape
What is a Female Executive Coach? A female executive coach is a seasoned professional who provides personalized guidance to women in leadership positions. Unlike general life coaches, executive coaches focus specifically on helping clients achieve their professional goals, improve leadership skills, and overcome workplace challenges. Their expertise is particularly valuable for women facing gender-specific obstacles in their careers. A 2019…
The Impact of Google Female Executives: Pioneering Gender Equality in Tech Leadership
As we just celebrated International Women’s Day, it’s crucial to recognize the significant role Google has played in advancing gender equality in the tech industry. This article explores the impact of Google female executives, their contributions to the company’s growth, and the broader implications for women in leadership roles across the corporate landscape. The Rise of Google Female Executives: Google…
The Power of Executive Recruitment in Retail: Elevating Women Leaders in a Rapidly Evolving Industry
As a specialized executive recruitment consultancy, we understand the unique challenges and opportunities the retail industry offers. Retail is one of the most dynamic fields today, constantly evolving with new technologies, shifting consumer expectations, and innovative business models. Women leaders in retail play a crucial role in navigating these changes, bringing fresh perspectives and a deep understanding of both customer…
International Executive Recruitment: Empowering Women Leaders Globally
International executive recruitment is a multifaceted process, often more complex than it appears. For women aspiring to executive roles, especially on a global scale, the challenges can be both unique and daunting. Yet, as businesses become more interconnected, the need for female leadership in international roles has never been more critical. In this guide, we’ll explore the nuances of international…
The Rise of Female Executives: Navigating Challenges and Driving Change
A View from the Top: The Current Landscape for Female Executives As female executives who have climbed the corporate ladder, we’ve witnessed firsthand the evolving landscape of women in leadership roles. The boardroom, once a bastion of male dominance, is slowly but surely transforming. Yet, the journey for female executives is far from over. In 2024, female executives find ourselves…
Navigating a Career in Executive Search: A Guide for Women in Business
As women with business degrees, we’re always on the lookout for challenging and rewarding career paths. One field that often flies under the radar but offers immense potential is executive search. In this article, we’ll explore what a career in executive search entails, why it’s particularly suited for women in business, and how to succeed in this dynamic field. Understanding…
Executive Recruitment Is Broken
Established recruiters have somehow presided over decades of innovation across multiple sectors, without ever really taking inspiration from their clients.
Why Diversity At Board-Level Matters
The importance of having a professionally and socially diverse board cannot be overstated in today’s corporate world.
Corporate Social Responsibility and Sustainable Development, what for?
For a lot of companies, Corporate Social Responsibility and Sustainable Development remain relatively vague concepts.
Women in Business and Management: The business case for change
Our second global report on Women in Business and Management offers new insights into how gender diversity at the top improves organizational performance.
Beyond the glass ceiling: why we need women at the top
Women are better educated and more active in the labour force than ever, and are increasingly working in managerial roles.
Essence of innovation in supply chain management
Written by Shantha Martin I keep going back to innovation…and I am sure you’ll be wondering, WHY?? It is simply so, because if it wasn’t for innovation, we wouldn’t have progressed thus far,…
HR: useless people and pain in your neck? Prompt the change!
In your company, HR people are (almost) useless! It is true! HR are a cost center: you have to pay the members of the team and to allocate them offices and equipment. HR are a pain in your neck!
How business schools and universities can drive the gender diversity agenda
Are business schools doing enough to push and prioritise gender diversity? For some, the answer is ‘not yet’.