Remember when brands were only associated with businesses and products? Today, the concept of branding has expanded, and individuals are now actively shaping their identities through personal branding and professional branding.Why is everyone interested in branding? The answer is simple: branding yourself helps you stand out in personal and professional circles. Yet, you may wonder what makes […]
Author: Amanda Reddie
Closing the Gender Pay Gap: Towards Equality and Fairness
Did you know that it will take 131 years to close the global gender pay gap?This figure, recently updated by the World Economic Forum, is just another somber reminder that the gender pay gap remains a persistent issue in today’s society.The unrelenting gender wage gap not only undermines economic justice but also perpetuates gender inequality […]
5 Quizzes That Will Reveal Your Personal Brand
Building a strong personal brand is essential for standing out in today’s competitive world. However, understanding and defining your personal brand can be challenging. There are several quizzes available online that can help you gain insights into your unique identity and shape your personal brand. We’ve scoured through these quizzes to find the best ones that […]
The Power of Personal and Professional Development for Women
Personal and professional development are two interconnected journeys that hold the key to empowering women in today’s world.While personal development focuses on self-discovery and growth, professional development equips women with the skills and knowledge necessary for career advancement. 86% of women agree that professional development is necessary to get ahead at work. With gender equality a […]
Personal Brand: Brand Personality and Brand Presence
Think of your personal brand as a broad view of what you are known for and your brand personality as an attribute. An example of this would be Michelle Obama, attorney and author who served as the first African-American lady of the United States of America. Obama’s personal brand is being a Servant Leader and […]
Why Emotional Intelligence Matters
Emotional intelligence is a highly favorable skill for any career path you take. Your personal brand and brand personality have everything to do with it — from how you look at yourself to how you perceive others. People naturally formulate notions when they interact with you. How you carry yourself is a reflection of who […]
The Three Types of Burnout: Overload, Underchallenged, Neglect
In the age of the Great Resignation, employers are trying to reduce burnout while employees are fleeing toxic workplaces that have them feeling burnt out. A study by Deloitte found 77% of people have experienced burnout at their job, and 42% have left their jobs because they felt burned out. 53 percent of women surveyed […]
How Women are Impacted by Quiet Quitting vs. Quiet Firing
The workplace is abuzz with terms like ‘quiet quitting’ and ‘quiet firing’. Let’s break down what these terms mean and how women are especially impacted by both workplace practices. What is Quiet Quitting? Quiet Quitting has been defined as employees working within defined work hours and engaging solely in activities within those hours. Despite the […]
Professional Networking for Women
Professional Networking is more than happy hours and handing out business cards. Read our comprehensive guide on how to approach professional networking for women.
Give Me a Chance: Self Reflection for Professional Development
All I need is for you to “give me a chance”. As a woman, this thought has likely crossed your mind before whether it was for a job, a new project, personal or professional development, relationship building, etc.
