women at work

Gender Wage Gap: Are College Major Choices to Blame?

Today’s post is by Maria Rainier. The reason women generally get paid less than men in the workforce may have (a little) less to do with discrimination and (a little) more to do with the fields we choose to pursue. Think about it. It’s pretty common knowledge that writers don’t get paid very much. The [...]

February 3, 2011 4 comments CLICK HERE TO READ THE FULL ARTICLE →

7 Ways to Earn More Respect and Influence as a Young Professional Woman

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Today’s post is by Holland Banks. During my first year out of college, I worked in a legal organization that assists men and women from all over the world.  Many of the clients are men from countries where women aren’t highly valued, let alone taken seriously or even allowed in professional atmospheres. This is especially [...]

January 27, 2011 25 comments CLICK HERE TO READ THE FULL ARTICLE →

Fired to Hired: An Interview with Tory Johnson

By, Nicole Crimaldi We are so excited to feature Tory Johnson and her new book “Fired to Hired!” At just 22, Tory Johnson was fired from her dream job as a publicist at NBC News. What followed is an all too familiar story-days of denial, Häagen-Dazs, and daytime TV. Tory’s pity party turned into a [...]

July 28, 2009 1 comment CLICK HERE TO READ THE FULL ARTICLE →

How Gender Roles Affect the Women of Public Relations

By, Roland Cailles As a public relations person, I have the pleasure of working with some of the most talented and creative women in the professional world. My industry, known for its fast-paced lifestyle and feminine-friendly working environment, is filled with women. And yet, though women out number men at most agencies, it’s an industry [...]

June 30, 2009 0 comments CLICK HERE TO READ THE FULL ARTICLE →

How to Rock a Business Suit According to Ms. Erin Carpenter

Erin Carpenter answers this week’s fashion question! “Hi Erin, My work dress code requires me to wear a suit every day. I love my suits but am getting a bit bored of the same old same old. What can I do to spice up my wardrobe and express my personality while still staying within the [...]

April 7, 2009 3 comments CLICK HERE TO READ THE FULL ARTICLE →