While Facebook and Twitter have dominated the social space for long, Pinterest and Google+ still have managed to gain attention from social media users. The user base on both these platforms continue to grow. Inside Network’s AppData results revealed that Pinterest surpassed 10 million unique visitors in just 9 months; a figure any standalone site in U.S hasn’t been able to … [Read more...] about 80 percent women on Pinterest, is Google+ the gold mine?
5 Simple Tips on Giving the Best Business Speech Possible
If you have been asked to give a speech to your business colleagues, you may be filled with pride or terror—or both at the same time. Few things rival the feeling of standing up in front of your peers and giving a presentation, and many people refuse to do so out of fear or their belief that they will embarrass themselves. While giving a speech is certainly an art form … [Read more...] about 5 Simple Tips on Giving the Best Business Speech Possible
Do women business leaders face unfair criticism?
When Yahoo’s CEO Marissa Mayer banned working from home there was outrage. An internal business decision was reported internationally, and many column inches were dedicated to the move. And yet, as this Huffington Post article points out, when male CEOs make similar decisions it rarely makes the news. Some people justified the criticism levied at Mayer arguing that her … [Read more...] about Do women business leaders face unfair criticism?
The Disparity of Women in STEM Jobs
We like to pretend that gender inequality in the work place is only an issue that the cast of Mad Men have to deal with. While things have gotten much better since the 1950s, there is still a long way to go – especially in certain industries. STEM jobs (science, technology, engineering, and mathematics) are home to the fasted growing job markets in the world, and women are … [Read more...] about The Disparity of Women in STEM Jobs
Switching Careers? Five Things You Need to Know First
Switching careers can provide a new start for someone who is unhappy in a current position. It is also a necessity for individuals who are working in industries that are changing or slowly vanishing. Entering a new career field is not easy and requires a large amount of planning. Anyone who is changing careers should understand five points before starting the process. 5. … [Read more...] about Switching Careers? Five Things You Need to Know First