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Professional growth in STEM: The Key Role of Female Mentorship - A recent study underscores the importance of female leadership and mentorship in the career advancement of women in STEM. Those with female mentors experience higher rates of promotion and salary increases. This finding highlights the need for organizations to foster mentorship programs and support female leadership.  #Leadership #WomenInSTEM #CareerDevelopment

Despite the demonstrated and tangible benefits of having more #womeninleadership, there is still an apparent gender gap. Women are still facing greater challenges to their authority compared to their male counterparts - so what can organizations do to help advance more women into leadership? 1. Identify potential leaders early: This includes giving potential candidates plenty of feedback at an early point through assignments, mentoring or coaching. 2. Establish mentorship programs focusing on sponsorship: It’s important for women to seek mentors who can both provide guidance and sponsors. This way mentors are more proactively advocating for their mentee’s advancement. 3. Support women in joining women-led organizations: These associations allow women to improve their leadership abilities, network with other women, work directly with and observe women leaders, and receive support from others to take on leadership roles. 4. Focus on allyship: Male executives who receive training on allyship are far more likely to speak up about incidents of gender inequality.

Women leaders bring value to business that is seldom formally rewarded. An example – women are more likely to put energy into supporting employees’ well-being and fostering diversity. Putting time and effort into unrecognized, but critical work can lead to higher levels of stress.  And even though more women are attaining business degrees and finding their places in the C-suite, stereotypes and roadblocks still exist. Various programs, discussed in the referenced article, are helping prepare and empower the next generation of women business leaders.  Vistage knows the value of women business leaders, the unique assets they bring to the business world, and the unique perspectives they bring to our groups. I’m actively seeking more women to participate in the three groups I facilitate, each focused on a different level of leadership.  Contact me to discuss which group may be a fit for you and how you can benefit. 720-353-3515, bcarrothers@vistagechair.com, or use my Calendly link to set up a time that works for you: http://bit.ly/4d85H8g.  #FemaleLeadership #Leadership #Vistage  https://lnkd.in/gAvkf6fW

How Mentorship and Sponsorship Empower Women in Leadership Discover the powerful impact of mentorship and sponsorship on women's professional development and breaking down barriers. Learn how these valuable relationships can open doors and provide guidance on the path to leadership positions. #WomenInLeadership #MentorshipBenefits #SponsorshipEmpowerment #ProfessionalDevelopment #BreakingBarriers #CareerGuidance #LeadershipOpportunities #WomenEmpowerment #CareerAdvancement #MentorshipAndSponsorship

Representation matters. Senegal's newly appointed prime minister called his new cabinet "a government that embodies the project [of Bassirou Diomaye Faye], a systemic transformation," and yet there are only 4 women in an overwhelmingly male cabinet. Additionally concerning is the deletion of the words “women’’ and “child protection” from the name of the “ministry of women, family and child protection”. This matters because in places of leadership, female representation and contribution makes a difference to how the game plays out. In the case of education, a cornerstone institution which shapes the way children think and learn, female leaders make an overwhelmingly positive difference. Join one or both of these webinars to learn more about female school leadership, the challenges female school leaders face and what this means for our children. Sarah Binos and Stephanie Dobrowolski this might be particularly interesting for you.

Global School Leaders do such a fabulous job of surfacing evidence from schools and communities across the world. This report holds interesting insights that are definitely worth further discussion! Don't miss out on the two upcoming webinars!

Figures from 2021 show that women only make up around 16.5% of engineers. We recognise the importance in changing perceptions, combatting stereotypes and, ultimately, encouraging women and girls to pursue STEM careers. As part of our commitment to this, we’ve developed initiatives to ensure the right support is available – including our Women in Leadership programme to empower women into leadership, and our Girls Believe Academy which is helping to inspire the next generation of female talent into the built environment industry. There is so much to be gained from having diversity in engineering and by embracing this, we can work to build a brighter future. 👩🔧 Find out more: https://lnkd.in/gWVHKN4N #InternationalWomenInEngineeringDay #INWED24 #WomenInSTEM

🌟 Unlocking Potential: The Power of Mentoring for Female Leaders 🌟 Leonie Koberling’s article, "Unlocking Potential: The Impact of Mentoring Programs for Female Leaders," offers a compelling look at how targeted mentoring can be a game-changer for women in leadership. Mentoring not only helps women navigate their career paths but also provides the support and guidance necessary to break through barriers and achieve their full potential. Key insights from the article include: The transformative effects of mentoring on leadership development. Strategies for creating effective mentoring programs. Real-life success stories of women who have thrived with mentorship. Dive into this insightful read to understand how mentoring can empower female leaders and drive impactful change. 🔗 Read the full article here: https://lnkd.in/gHm786DR. #Mentorship #WomenInLeadership #ProfessionalDevelopment #Leadership #CareerGrowth #Speexx

Empowering Girls in ICT: Addressing the Leadership Gap! This year's theme "LEADERSHIP" highlights the urgent need for female role models in STEM careers. Despite progress, women remain underrepresented in ICT-related fields, especially in leadership roles. 👩💼Women are crucial for driving innovation and progress in STEM industries. Yet, they face barriers to advancement and are often relegated to junior positions. 💪Let's empower girls and young women by showcasing inspiring leaders in STEM, breaking down barriers, and fostering a more equitable future for all. Together, let's pave the way for a new generation of female leaders in ICT! 💻👩🔬  #GirlsInICT #Leadership #STEM #Empowerment #ITU #InternationalTelecommunicationUnion #theCANs 

THIS...Thank you, Elissa Ellis Sangster for your voice. Elissa serves as the CEO of the Forté Foundation and her mention of enrollments is related to MBA Programs. “While women are almost at parity in enrollments, we’ve yet to see them hit parity in business leadership, the c-suite, and on corporate boards." #equalpayday, #forte #morewomenleading #westillhavesomeworktodo #womeninbusiness #womenleaders #womenleaders #womenleadingchange