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fromIndependent
20 hours ago

Women account for most of exodus from Ireland's tech sector, with Trump's anti-DEI push and WFH curbs among factors blamed

The ESRI revealed in its recently published quarterly economic commentary that the fall in the number of technology workers in Ireland was concentrated almost entirely among female workers in the sector.
Women in technology
Women
fromwww.theguardian.com
7 hours ago

Female athletes' fertility is still a blind spot | Letter

Changes to insurance for female athletes are positive, but fertility support remains a critical issue that needs addressing.
Silicon Valley food
fromFuturism
1 day ago

CEO Says He's Giving Employees a $1.5 Million Bonus So He Doesn't Get Shot in the Street by a Luigi-Like Killer

Jerry Murrell of Five Guys gave employees a $1.5 million bonus after a promotional mishap, expressing concern for their well-being and logistical challenges.
#ai-integration
fromwww.businessinsider.com
1 day ago
Tech industry

Goodbye, middle managers. Hello, 'player-coaches' and 'org leads.'

Meta and Block are redefining managerial roles to embrace AI, with Meta introducing 'org leads' and Block using 'player-coaches'.
Artificial intelligence
fromFortune
6 days ago

One company's 'AI salary bump' is designed to end vague productivity mandates for good | Fortune

Omnisend incentivizes AI usage with salary increases for employees demonstrating effective AI integration in their workflows.
Artificial intelligence
fromFortune
6 days ago

One company's 'AI salary bump' is designed to end vague productivity mandates for good | Fortune

Omnisend incentivizes AI usage with salary increases for employees demonstrating effective AI integration in their workflows.
Healthcare
fromFast Company
2 days ago

Dignity as a competitive business model

Healthcare affordability is forcing families to delay care, highlighting the need for dignity-centered care models that prioritize patient respect and community health.
Online learning
fromeLearning Industry
1 day ago

Continuous Learning Cultures: What High Performing Organizations Do Differently

Organizations must adopt a continuous learning culture to keep pace with rapid changes in technology and evolving job roles.
Careers
fromSilicon Canals
2 days ago

9 things people who command respect at work do that have nothing to do with their title or seniority - Silicon Canals

Respect at work is earned through listening and accountability, not through titles or positions.
Business
fromFast Company
2 days ago

Your CEO gives you the ick. Now what?

Emily's perception of her CEO's integrity is compromised after discovering his affair, affecting her confidence in promoting company values.
Fundraising
fromFast Company
2 days ago

How giving starts progress and leadership scales it

Volatility and accountability are transforming philanthropy, requiring leadership to drive impactful change.
#ai
Remote teams
fromFortune
4 days ago

As AI reshapes the office, Fortune's Best Companies to Work For are doubling down on the most human perks | Fortune

Companies must adapt to the AI era by prioritizing employee support and engagement while investing in AI-ready careers.
fromTheregister
4 days ago
Artificial intelligence

1 in 7 Americans ready for an AI boss, but won't trust it

15 percent of Americans are open to working for an AI boss, but skepticism about AI's role remains prevalent.
fromFortune
2 weeks ago
Women in technology

We're at risk of a two-tier AI economy if we don't bridge the AI gender gap, expert says | Fortune

AI's rapid advancement risks leaving women behind, as they are less likely to adopt AI despite being more affected by automation.
Remote teams
fromFortune
4 days ago

As AI reshapes the office, Fortune's Best Companies to Work For are doubling down on the most human perks | Fortune

Companies must adapt to the AI era by prioritizing employee support and engagement while investing in AI-ready careers.
Women in technology
fromFortune
2 weeks ago

We're at risk of a two-tier AI economy if we don't bridge the AI gender gap, expert says | Fortune

AI's rapid advancement risks leaving women behind, as they are less likely to adopt AI despite being more affected by automation.
Law
fromAbove the Law
2 days ago

Retiring Partners Should Relinquish Prized Offices - Above the Law

Retiring partners often give up prime offices to accommodate rising lawyers, despite potential disputes over office locations and sizes.
Privacy professionals
fromWIRED
4 days ago

California Suspends Enforcement of Law Requiring VCs to Report Diversity Data

California suspended a new regulation requiring venture capital firms to report demographic data about startup founders amid public criticism.
Productivity
fromEntrepreneur
3 days ago

Why Leaders Often Discover Organizational Problems Too Late

Hidden problems in teams often remain unreported due to a culture that discourages early issue escalation, leading to delayed responses and increased costs.
Remote teams
fromInfoQ
4 days ago

How to Handle Trusts and Psychological Safety When Scaling Organizations

Trust must be built team by team; it cannot be replicated as organizations scale.
LGBT
fromThe Nation
3 days ago

The Olympics Is Repeating One of Its Worst Mistakes

The IOC's new anti-trans testing policy revives discriminatory practices from the past, undermining the progress made in gender inclusivity in sports.
#leadership
Productivity
fromEntrepreneur
6 days ago

How Senior Leaders Make Fewer, Better Decisions

Senior leaders must make high-impact decisions with less visibility by treating decision-making as a discipline and designing supportive systems.
Bootstrapping
fromEntrepreneur
4 days ago

Your Management Strategy Is Doomed to Fail If You Don't Do This

Effective management focuses on execution through a straightforward approach: face reality, investigate issues, fix them systematically, and own the outcomes.
Productivity
fromEntrepreneur
6 days ago

How Senior Leaders Make Fewer, Better Decisions

Senior leaders must make high-impact decisions with less visibility by treating decision-making as a discipline and designing supportive systems.
Boston real estate
fromtherealdeal.com
4 days ago

Activist investor seeks to oust Americold Chair Mark Patterson over problematic boardroom behavior

Sieve Capital is urging Americold Realty Trust to remove Mark Patterson as chairman due to concerns over his governance and past dealings.
fromThe Washington Post
5 days ago

Women's networking event illegally sidelined men, Trump administration claims

The EEOC's lawsuit against Coca-Cola Beverages Northeast claims that the women's networking event was a form of unlawful discrimination against male employees under federal civil rights law.
US news
Television
fromVulture
4 days ago

Why Is Survivor 50 Hiding the Women?

Survivor 50 has started well, but women contestants are receiving significantly less screen time and attention in the edit.
#corporate-jargon
Marketing
fromFortune
5 days ago

Liking corporate BS may be a sign you're bad at decision-making, Cornell expert finds | Fortune

Corporate jargon can mislead and impair decision-making, as shown by research on receptivity to corporate bulls-t.
Philosophy
fromTheregister
1 week ago

Calling out corporate BS? There's a steaming pile to aim for

Corporate jargon impresses those least equipped for analytical thinking, confirming biases while also serving essential functions in specific contexts.
Marketing
fromFortune
5 days ago

Liking corporate BS may be a sign you're bad at decision-making, Cornell expert finds | Fortune

Corporate jargon can mislead and impair decision-making, as shown by research on receptivity to corporate bulls-t.
Philosophy
fromTheregister
1 week ago

Calling out corporate BS? There's a steaming pile to aim for

Corporate jargon impresses those least equipped for analytical thinking, confirming biases while also serving essential functions in specific contexts.
Los Angeles Rams
fromESPN.com
5 days ago

Goodell backs Rooney Rule, says diversity 'a benefit' to NFL

The NFL's Rooney Rule, aimed at increasing diversity in hiring, will remain despite legal challenges from Florida's attorney general.
Science
fromNature
1 week ago

Daily briefing: Women's academic careers are knocked by parenthood much more than men's

Childcare responsibilities significantly hinder women's academic careers compared to men's, impacting job opportunities and publication rates.
World news
fromReadWrite
5 days ago

Experts say geopolitical trades test limits of insider trading laws

Unusual trading patterns before Trump's Iran announcement raise questions about market integrity and the adequacy of current regulations.
Careers
fromwww.businessinsider.com
2 days ago

I used to advise companies on what to pay people. Here are 4 myths you should ignore when negotiating your salary.

Negotiation success relies more on personal value and offers than on market research or salary data.
fromwww.businessinsider.com
2 days ago

C-suite execs are paying surgeons big money to look fresh-faced, approachable, and less irritable

C-suite clients are getting treatments to age themselves down, with a focus on looking energetic, young, and full of vitality. Plastic surgeons report a significant increase in demand for facial procedures among executives.
Healthcare
Remote teams
fromFortune
4 days ago

Chief human resource officer salaries have surged 30% at S&P 500 companies. Here's why boards are opening the checkbook | Fortune

More companies are appointing HR executives as named executive officers, reflecting their growing importance in organizational strategy and workforce management.
Business
fromFortune
3 days ago

In the age of AI anxiety, the 100 Best Companies to Work For are betting on their people | Fortune

Employee feedback is crucial for leadership effectiveness and companies must adapt to new priorities in the AI era.
fromwww.businessinsider.com
3 days ago

Jack Dorsey says he wants 6,000 Block employees reporting straight to him

Dorsey outlined a new AI-forward vision for his payments processing company, stating that large language models will switch up the company's org chart. He expressed a desire for a structure where everyone reports to him, aiming for a maximum distance of two to three layers between himself and employees.
Tech industry
#gender-discrimination
Women
fromDefector
3 days ago

Female Ref Sues NFL For Discrimination, Says She Was Told To 'Shut Your Fucking Mouth' By Another Official | Defector

Robin DeLorenzo is suing the NFL for gender discrimination and harassment during her time as a referee.
Women
fromLos Angeles Times
4 days ago

One of NFL's first female officials alleges gender discrimination, harassment in lawsuit

Robin DeLorenzo is suing the NFL for gender discrimination and retaliation after her firing in February 2025.
Women
fromDefector
3 days ago

Female Ref Sues NFL For Discrimination, Says She Was Told To 'Shut Your Fucking Mouth' By Another Official | Defector

Robin DeLorenzo is suing the NFL for gender discrimination and harassment during her time as a referee.
Women
fromLos Angeles Times
4 days ago

One of NFL's first female officials alleges gender discrimination, harassment in lawsuit

Robin DeLorenzo is suing the NFL for gender discrimination and retaliation after her firing in February 2025.
#ai-adoption
Artificial intelligence
fromFortune
4 days ago

AI success is a leadership test-and the 100 Best Companies lead the way | Fortune

Leadership is crucial for successful AI adoption; without trust and support, employees remain hesitant despite having access to technology.
Women in technology
fromFortune
4 days ago

Sheryl Sandberg tapped a 25-year-old to run Lean In. Here's her plan to close the AI gender gap | Fortune

Women are lagging in AI adoption, prompting Lean In to focus on closing the gender gap with new leadership.
Artificial intelligence
fromFortune
4 days ago

AI success is a leadership test-and the 100 Best Companies lead the way | Fortune

Leadership is crucial for successful AI adoption; without trust and support, employees remain hesitant despite having access to technology.
Women in technology
fromFortune
4 days ago

Sheryl Sandberg tapped a 25-year-old to run Lean In. Here's her plan to close the AI gender gap | Fortune

Women are lagging in AI adoption, prompting Lean In to focus on closing the gender gap with new leadership.
LGBT
fromAdvocate.com
5 days ago

Meta continues using transphobic company language despite its Oversight Board's warning

Meta's hate speech policy includes an anti-trans term despite recommendations to remove it, highlighting ongoing issues with content moderation.
US news
fromFortune
5 days ago

Warren Buffett says he stopped talking to Bill Gates over Epstein-and worries he could be called as a witness | Fortune

Warren Buffett has not spoken to Bill Gates since the scandal involving Gates' ties to Jeffrey Epstein became public.
World politics
fromFortune
1 week ago

Every CEO is a wartime CEO now-regardless of geopolitical conflicts | Fortune

Wartime leadership emphasizes rapid decision-making and adaptability in uncertain environments, contrasting with peacetime leadership's focus on growth and stability.
Women in technology
fromFast Company
2 days ago

The cosmetic surgery industry is mainly built for women. So why is it run by men?

Leadership in the aesthetics industry is predominantly male, despite women being the primary consumers and decision-makers.
Careers
fromwww.businessinsider.com
2 days ago

Former Amazon VP explains the best way to get a bad manager removed

Escalating complaints about a bad manager often backfires; a coordinated approach with documentation is more effective.
Business
fromFortune
3 days ago

12 Fortune 500 CEOs worked for Pepsi. Delta's Ed Bastian explains why it's a leadership factory | Fortune

PepsiCo has significantly influenced the development of business leaders, including Delta's Ed Bastian, through its talent-focused culture and leadership grooming practices.
Women
fromwww.aljazeera.com
3 days ago

Women's Asian Cup finalists accuse governing body over equal money

Japan and Australia demand equal prize money for women's football, highlighting significant disparities with men's tournaments and the need for partnership with the AFC.
#generative-ai
Artificial intelligence
fromFortune
4 days ago

The biggest mistake CEOs make with AI has nothing to do with the technology | Fortune

Advanced generative AI tools will transform industries rather than destroy established software companies.
fromFast Company
3 days ago
Women in technology

AI isn't just reshaping productivity and threatening to kill jobs. It's changing how we lead, communicate, and treat each other. It's also creating a new gender gap

Generative AI is reshaping communication, trust, and cultural interactions beyond productivity and efficiency concerns.
Artificial intelligence
fromFortune
4 days ago

The biggest mistake CEOs make with AI has nothing to do with the technology | Fortune

Advanced generative AI tools will transform industries rather than destroy established software companies.
Women in technology
fromFast Company
3 days ago

AI isn't just reshaping productivity and threatening to kill jobs. It's changing how we lead, communicate, and treat each other. It's also creating a new gender gap

Generative AI is reshaping communication, trust, and cultural interactions beyond productivity and efficiency concerns.
Remote teams
fromFortune
4 days ago

HR leaders are drowning in decisions: here's how the best ones are getting ahead | Fortune

Geopolitical uncertainty and economic volatility challenge talent retention while modern workplace demands require skilled workers to innovate with technology.
Social justice
fromFortune
2 weeks ago

HR's new DEI reality: document everything | Fortune

Companies should ground DEI efforts in solid business cases to ensure their survival amid increased discrimination litigation and regulatory scrutiny.
#gender-inequality
Women
fromFast Company
1 week ago

3 hidden taxes women pay at meetings

Meetings perpetuate inequality by imposing hidden taxes on women, affecting their influence, visibility, and career advancement.
Women
fromFast Company
1 week ago

3 hidden taxes women pay at meetings

Meetings perpetuate inequality by imposing hidden taxes on women, affecting their influence, visibility, and career advancement.
Careers
fromSlate Magazine
3 days ago

My New Boss Has Some Unfortunate Corporate Mannerisms. I'm Having an Involuntary Reaction to It.

Corporate-speak can create barriers in communication, leading to feelings of condescension and stress in workplace relationships.
Business
from24/7 Wall St.
4 days ago

Greg Abel's First Big Move as Berkshire CEO Had Warren Buffett's Personal Approval

Greg Abel has continued Warren Buffett's strategies, including restarting share buybacks and signaling potential changes in Berkshire's investment in Kraft Heinz.
Remote teams
fromForbes
5 days ago

Remote Work Shift: Navigating The Rise In Return To Office Policies

Companies are mandating return-to-office policies despite evidence of remote work productivity.
fromJohnjwang
1 week ago
Artificial intelligence

Why are executives enamored with AI but ICs aren't?

Executives embrace AI for its non-deterministic nature, while individual contributors remain skeptical due to their focus on deterministic tasks.
Careers
fromHarvard Business Review
4 days ago

When Executive Presence Backfires

Executive presence is essential for senior leaders, characterized by confidence and decisiveness, influencing career advancement and performance evaluations.
fromFast Company
1 week ago

Women aren't opting out of work. Workplaces are pushing them out

Caregiving strain is the cognitive, emotional, and logistical burden of coordinating care for children, parents, or other dependents, and it was found to be the most powerful predictor of workforce exit.
Women
fromIndependent
4 days ago

Senior Deloitte partner says he has been 'completely and utterly misquoted' on remark to former female colleague

Brian Jackson, the head of audit in the financial services sector at Deloitte, stated, 'I have been completely and utterly misquoted' regarding a remark made to Viviana Jakomin.
Women in technology
Careers
fromForbes
5 days ago

42% Of Employers Paused Hiring To Recruit Within. 3 Reasons Your Job Application Is Going Nowhere

Employers prioritize internal hires and proof of immediate value over external candidates in a risk-averse job market.
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 week ago

Firms with more women in top roles more likely to dismiss abusive men, study finds

Companies with a higher number of women in senior roles are significantly more likely to dismiss male perpetrators of abuse against female colleagues, according to recent analysis.
Women in technology
Careers
fromSlate Magazine
6 days ago

There's Only One Way to Get More Money at Work. Some People Absolutely Refuse to Do It.

Many people do not negotiate their salaries, often accepting initial offers due to fear of appearing greedy.
fromFortune
1 week ago

Surgeons, airline pilots, and software developers are becoming the hottest roles for female representation-and most jobs pay over $100,000 | Fortune

Women have been steadily flocking to six-figure roles in traditionally male-dominated industries like healthcare and engineering, according to a new report from Resume Genius analyzing data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Women
Careers
fromEntrepreneur
1 week ago

What Business Owners Get Wrong About Sexual Harassment

Workplace sexual harassment escalates from minor incidents, necessitating immediate action from leadership to ensure employee safety and reduce legal risks.
#gender-pay-gap
Careers
fromABA Journal
1 week ago

1 in 3 GCs who left Fortune 500 companies were in role less than 3 years, new report says

One in three general counsels who left Fortune 500 companies did so within three years, with many being external hires.
#women-in-leadership
Women
fromAbove the Law
2 weeks ago

Top Biglaw Firm Announces Its First Female Executive Partner In History - Above the Law

Ramona Nee becomes Weil Gotshal & Manges' first female executive partner, marking a historic advancement for women in BigLaw leadership.
Women
fromAbove the Law
2 weeks ago

Top Biglaw Firm Announces Its First Female Executive Partner In History - Above the Law

Ramona Nee becomes Weil Gotshal & Manges' first female executive partner, marking a historic advancement for women in BigLaw leadership.
Careers
fromFortune
2 weeks ago

The equity compensation gap: why even your most senior leaders are leaving money on the table | Fortune

Equity compensation drives long-term performance and retention, but 44% of executives lack formal financial plans, creating a planning gap that HR leaders can address through embedded guidance and financial advisor access.
Women
fromFast Company
3 weeks ago

Women are less likely to apply for jobs with a huge pay range. Here's what companies can do about it

Pay transparency laws intended to reduce wage disparities have proven ineffective because employers use vague salary ranges that discourage women from applying and reduce their negotiation assertiveness.
Women in technology
fromEntrepreneur
2 weeks ago

How to Advance and Support Women at Work All Year Long

Companies are scaling back Women's History Month initiatives despite persistent gender equity challenges in workforce retention, leadership advancement, and caregiving policies.
US news
fromFortune
1 month ago

Goldman's board kills DEI - and that's not a terrible thing | Fortune

Removing formal DEI criteria shifts focus toward securing the broadest, most relevant experiences for boardrooms to strengthen governance, oversight, and risk identification.
Women
fromEntrepreneur
4 weeks ago

One of the Biggest Drivers of the Gender Pay Gap - And Steps Founders Can Take to Fix It

Motherhood significantly drives the gender pay gap, with women experiencing 10-15% earnings declines per child while fathers gain 3-10% bonuses, but flexible schedules, equitable parental leave, and asking parents their needs can reverse this trend.
Women in technology
fromFast Company
3 weeks ago

Women are still being badly overlooked in hiring

Organizations fail to identify and develop the right leaders despite advanced tools and research, often selecting wrong candidates while overlooking qualified talent like women who demonstrate superior leadership capabilities.
Social justice
fromComputerWeekly.com
2 months ago

Diversity Think Tank: We can't afford to roll back DEI | Computer Weekly

Rollback of DEI in UK businesses reverses progress, reinforces systemic inequality, and harms long-term performance and innovation in the tech sector and wider economy.
Careers
fromFortune
1 month ago

HR won't stop talking about skills-based hiring. So why isn't it happening? | Fortune

Most organizations claim to adopt skills-based hiring but lack standardized practices, training, and frameworks to implement it effectively, creating an illusion of progress.
Artificial intelligence
fromFast Company
1 month ago

The boardroom is opening its doors to add a new member

AI is transforming boardrooms into continuous intelligence hubs, shifting decisions from intuition to evidence-based, AI-driven analyses and long-term predictive governance.
#board-diversity
fromFortune
2 months ago
Business

Diversity on Fortune 50 boards: white men haven't been a majority for 3 years in a row | Fortune

fromFortune
2 months ago
Business

Diversity on Fortune 50 boards: white men haven't been a majority for 3 years in a row | Fortune

Business
fromFortune
1 month ago

Less than 10% of employees believe their bosses are demonstrating moral leadership | Fortune

Moral leadership behaviors—truth-telling, authentic apologies, purpose-linked explanations, developing others, and enlisting teams—drive better business outcomes and employee retention.
fromFortune
2 months ago

The C-suite's new battle for who controls the workforce | Fortune

For decades, HR professionals were denied their "seat at the table" in company leadership. But during the COVID pandemic, it became abundantly clear that the C-suite could no longer ignore chief people officers, who guided companies through existential business challenges, including lockdowns, remote work, and the Great Resignation. Now, a quieter and more structural shift is underway. The seat remains, but the authority attached to it is moving elsewhere.
Artificial intelligence
Women
fromPsychology Today
1 month ago

Why Women Get Stuck in Their Careers (and How to Move Again)

Career stagnation is common; identifying unclear direction and visibility gaps enables deliberate change to regain progress and fulfillment.
Business
fromThe Hill
2 months ago

A return to office for men only?

Return-to-office rebound is gendered: men are returning to offices while many women continue working remotely, sustaining female workforce participation.
Women
fromFast Company
2 months ago

Why we need more older female role models at work

Aging women are largely erased from public visibility unless they appear artificially youthful, limiting role models, career imagination, and power for older women.
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