Tag: Women at Work
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27 books about women that male allies will love reading
A male ally recently asked me for fiction book recommendations with female protagonists. Here are 27 great reads about women.
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What is tiara syndrome?
“Tiara syndrome” is the (often feminine ideal) that if you do your job well, someone will notice and come place a tiara on your head. The term was originally developed by Carol Frohlinger and Deborah Kolb. I first came across tiara syndrome’s meaning in “Lean In” by Sheryl Sandberg—and when I did, I laughed out…
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15 of the best books about gender equality
The best leaders are readers. As a former English teacher, I believe that reading gives us the opportunity to walk in another’s shoes, to learn something new, to push the boundaries of our world. Whether you’re a feminist looking to expand your knowledge or an ally who wants to understand how you can improve gender…
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Why this plus-sized woman loved the Barbie movie
Alternately titled, “Why Barbie is essential viewing for male allies” Heads up: There are some light spoilers ahead for the Barbie movie. Wouldn’t want to ruin the experience for you. 😉 I didn’t grow up playing with Barbies. No, I had the Fisher-Price dolls with long crotches (and they were hand-me-downs). By the time I…
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The world needs more stay-at-home dads and breadwinning moms
As we strive to break the bias, men and women have to work together. Men have to lift women in the workplace at the same time that women lift men at home. This is my story.
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3 lessons for women transitioning into tech
Many women who are in transitioning into tech careers ask me how I did it and what advice I would share. Here are three lessons learned.
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Women and men working together for gender equality
Us vs. them serves no one. In the fight for gender equality, women and men have to be willing to work together. It’s not a gender issue, it’s a human issue. Parental leave. Mentorship. Pay parity. Flexible work. Inclusion. We won’t see improvements unless we come together. Unless we learn to bring our whole selves…
Rachel Cottam 