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Female leaders are creating a more inclusive and diverse landscape where we (female leaders) can excel and inspire future generations. My favorite quote from here? "If I didn’t fill my schedule with things I felt were important, other people would fill my schedule with things they felt were important.” -Melinda Gates #CEOmagazine #femaleempowerment #femalebusinessowners #femaleentrepreneurship

We are celebrating Forbes 2023's most remarkable women leaders. iKadre proudly recognizes the extraordinary women leading the charge across diverse sectors. These trailblazers are not only breaking barriers but also laying down powerful blueprints for generations to follow. This year, we've seen remarkable women redefine leadership in tech, business, media and entertainment, and beyond. Their journeys embody resilience and innovation, serving as beacons of hope and change in a rapidly evolving world. Their stories aren't just about shattering glass ceilings; they're about building new realms of possibility. At iKadre, our ethos revolves around the transformative power of diverse leadership. The narratives of these women resonate deeply with our commitment to empowering female-founded organizations. We applaud their stories as a source of inspiration, urging us to dream bigger and act boldly. To all the powerful women out there, your strength, vision, and leadership light the way. May your journey inspire countless others for a more prosperous future. Own your power! #EmpoweringWomen #Leadership #Innovation #iKadre #GenderEquality

Women do not lack empowerment, Cass R. Cooper, MHR, writes in her latest column for CRN. “We as women have historically found ways to live our truths, find our voices, and inspire each other to build power in unique ways, all within the confines of patriarchy and social repression.” Read her column to learn about what women do statistically lack, and what we should keep in mind ahead of next week’s Women of the Channel Leadership Summit: #GenderEquity #WomenOfTheChannel #InclusiveLeadership

Check out this recap of Julia Boorstin's insightful conversation on women leadership skills and groundbreaking research! 🌟 #Leadership #Princeton #Entrepreneurship https://bit.ly/3U9QUUh

I have a confession. I am a leadership coach/facilitator supporting women to step into their strength, talents, and courage to become the kind of leader they most want to be. I fundamentally believe that more women leading at all levels in all sectors, will make the workplace and the world, a better place. I am even doing my PhD on this topic. I have invested a lot of time and money in my PhD so far, in my company - the Leadership Makerspace, and in creating an app to make leadership learning easy to access for busy women. And yet. I have struggled to not be continually concerned about the male gaze - for my business. That serves women. Yeah. I know. What the heck right? (please read the whole post before commenting) Here's why: - I didn't want to go 'too far' in critiquing current leadership as companies led by men may not purchase the app for their aspiring/current women leaders. I have purposefully built a product that can scale their investment in their next generation of women leaders - but what if they don't like me? 🙄 - I did not want to go 'too far' in critiquing the current system because I did not want to alienate potential investors, sponsors, or supporters. What if they just see me as an 'angry woman', rather than a legit business opportunity? 😳 - I did not want to go 'too far' in showing my frustration and anger about how women are treated because I did not want to alienate potential members, who may not feel the same way. What if women think I just have an 'agenda' and am not really wanting to help them? 😢 And then. This weekend, I put up a post sharing some research and my own thoughts about the biases women are facing in the workplace. And it took OFF! Check out the stats below. Here's what I found: - So many women see the inequities, are living the inequities, and are ANGRY at the inequities we are experiencing at every stage of life in the workplace. - So much amazing talent is being wasted when women are treated as if they are expendable due to the 'inconvenience' of their changing bodies. - There are alot of men that see the issues and want to make a change too. The conversation we are having is amazing. I will link to it in the comments below. And what I am really enjoying is the lack of trolls or hate comments. I was thinking about leaving Linked IN because of the behaviour here but my hope for humanity has been restored. And so has my hope for my business. The lesson for me is to be myself. That I am good enough. And that I have something valuable to offer the world, whether or not the people 'in charge' of the resources agree with me. So my coaching message has come full circle, and I thank the people that contributed to the conversation for that. Let's all go 'too far' - together! PS. If you identify as a woman, subscribe to the Leadership Makerspace to get leadership insights and info delivered to you weekly! PPS. Subscribe to my Unlearning Leadership newsletter to stay connected!

“Is it me?” I speak to many women, incredible trailblazing women leaders who are changing the world. 🔥delivering above and beyond, time after time under relentless pressure. 🔥Winning awards and recognition for their standards, leadership or innovations. 🔥Reaching down the ladder to help others up the next rung, mentoring and sponsoring people they believe in. 🔥Being a trusted voice on the board, helping shape the strategy of the business. 🔥Giving up their own time to speak on panels, talk at events and represent their business at industry events. Yet even with this, these brilliant women come to me frustrated and disillusioned. They KNOW they have more in them and they’re ready to operate at the top. Yet they’re passed over for promotion, overlooked and paid less. Yet the heart breaking words I hear, sadly all too often are “Is it me. Am I doing something wrong?” Women leaders are not wrong, broken or needing to change. They do NOT have confidence issues, imposter syndrome and are not indecisive. Women can't TRY any harder. DO any more. And need to STOP blaming themselves. We need to consider that the game is rigged. It's not winnable. Not at the moment anyway. Essentially the corporate world is still a man's world. Even with snail paced progress, the numbers don't lie. This benefits no one. It harms men and women. Slows inclusion. And lowers share price and profit. Women leaders need to stop blaming themselves and start learning to stand out in male dominated rooms. If you’re a woman leader ready to stop blaming yourself. Doors to my women leaders community, The Trailblazers will open in April for a small group. Comment below or DM me now, with the word Trailblazers if you want me to send you some more info. 🔥🔥

🌟 Ready to turbocharge your personal and professional journey? 🚀 I'm thrilled to share a gem from one of the amazing women who joined one of my recent retreats: "I attended Jen's transformative retreat to turbocharge my personal and professional journey. The highlight? Mingling with an incredible tribe of high-achieving women, all united in our quest for growth and success." This isn't just a retreat. It's a launchpad for women ready to shatter glass ceilings, balance the unbalanceable, and turn challenges into leadership triumphs. 💪 Are you craving a community that gets it? A place where you're not just another face but a trailblazing leader? Then, my upcoming retreat is where you need to be. It's more than just a gathering; it's a celebration of female empowerment, a journey sprinkled with laughter, breakthroughs, and, yes, the good kind of happy tears. 🎉 👉 Are you ready to join a tribe of women who are rewriting their stories? Limited spots available (as limited as my love for bad coffee, and that's non-existent! 😉). Don't let this be the one that got away. Book a call with me to get acquainted and learn a bit more how this retreat will work for you https://lnkd.in/eWnUBVh6 #LeadershipRetreat #WomenEmpowerment #BreakTheCeiling #PersonalGrowth #ProfessionalDevelopment

The business landscape has changed rapidly over the past year, and yet the number of Fortune 500 companies with women CEOs has remained stagnant at 10.4% (https://lnkd.in/e4yAeuMw ). On a similar note, the percentage of US corporate board seats held by women has stalled at a little under 30% (https://lnkd.in/e6QcUQFe). This lack of growth and gender diversity is concerning, but not insurmountable. It simply underscores the importance of providing the tools and resources women leaders need to advance their careers. At @Chief, we’re striving to help members reach their individual leadership goals through a customizable membership experience, curated networking events and educational workshops, and hands-on support. I encourage my network to continue showing up for women leaders and hope that next year, we see more companies with women at the helm. 

How to Overcome Challenges Faced by Women in Leadership! Ahead of International Women’s Day, businesses are being advised to consider four key approaches to support women in leadership roles within their organisations. FDM Group, a global business and tech consultancy, has shared valuable tips to help businesses address and solve some of the key challenges faced by women in leadership in 2024 and beyond. 👇 Read more here 👇 #StartupsMagazine #Startups #Magazine #InternationalWomensDay #IWD

LOVE this piece! ❤️ So much great advice from women in leadership, for women in leadership. My favorite insight comes from Dr. Sabrina Jackson: Don’t let what you’ve been through dictate what you CAN do. 🌟 What advice sticks out the most to you in this article? #WomenInLeadership #Leadership #GenderEquality