From an announcement by Outspoken Presents: The idea of “managing up” is the most valuable ‘soft skill’ your career has ever seen. It’s not about sucking up or brown-nosing; it’s about figuring out who you are, who your boss is, and finding where you meet. It’s about building real relationships with people who have influence over […]
Sometimes, one simple shift in thinking can help us know that, whatever the challenge before us, we’ll figure it out. This week, economist and Conference for Women speaker Teresa Ghilarducci provides that reassurance on our latest episode of Women Amplified. Here it is: If you’re worried about money, think about your future self, and take […]
Responsibilities at work and home often leave women without the bandwidth to succeed—and wondering if their career and personal goals are unachievable. In this session, Conference for Women speaker Tiffany Dufu, one of Fast Company’s “League of Extraordinary Women” and once the poster child for doing it all, will offer a progressive approach to addressing […]
From Selena’s newsletter: Well… how are you managing? So much has changed in the last month, and yet we leave our homes less than ever. It’s an odd combination, isn’t it?! I now have 2 seven year-old twin “office mates” who are really keeping things lively — and demanding — at home. They bring a […]
Stop feeling guilty about all you haven’t done, and start feeling glad for what you have yet to experience and achieve. In this session, Conference for Women speaker Mallika Chopra, daughter of spirituality guru Deepak Chopra, shares her messy journey to balance, serenity and joy. Using a six-step process including daily meditations, she offers a […]
Since the Conferences for Women team is a remote one, we thought it might be useful to share some of the lessons we have learned in how to work effectively at home. Here are some highlights from our team: Shower and dress in real clothes every day. I’ve done the “It’s 5 p.m. and I’m […]
True leaders are forged in the fires of strife and uncertainty. Those fires rage like an unextinguishable force – if you are unprepared, you may struggle with the sheer pressure. If you are bold, however, and rise to meet the challenge, you will emerge stronger and so will your team. As stated by the Centers […]
Life looks different right now and concerns over money and future financial stability are high. But that doesn’t make you powerless. This episode features economist and author Teresa Ghilarducci, who offers invaluable and actionable ways you can take control of your finances in the short-term and create long-term financial health. Learn sustainable daily habits to […]
The research is clear: the state of our attention determines the state of our lives. Yet our attention has never been as overwhelmed or in-demand as it is today. In this session, Conferences for Women speaker Chris Bailey shares actionable tips to help you reduce distractions; increase focus; and better prioritize—no matter what is going […]
During another crazy time in our world, Emily Morgan had a husband suddenly out of work because of the financial crash of 2007-2008—and a newborn. She’d been working at the University of Pennsylvania but wanted to give remote work a try. Twelve years later, she is a successful entrepreneur who leads a team of 40—and […]