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“You can’t let your work speak for you; work doesn’t speak.” That’s what Carla Harris from Morgan Stanley said, hitting the nail on the head about a common trap many women fall into. They think their hard work and achievements will get noticed on their own. Self-promotion, or the lack thereof, often raises its head with women who outwardly confess to finding it awkward and don’t know how to showcase their achievements in a way that feels authentic. A fascinating study conducted by Christine Exley and Judd Kessler reveals that those who engage in more self-promotion may have better chances of being hired, promoted, and receiving raises or bonuses. They also discovered a significant gender gap in self-promotion—with men rating their performance 33% higher than equally performing women. What drives this difference in self-promotion? One hypothesis suggests that women may harbour less confidence in their performance compared to men. I wonder if you relate to this and would benefit from knowing how to articulate your value more consistently at work and with ease? I am hosting a free webinar—aptly titled "How to Self-Promote (When You Don't Like to Self-Promote)". 📌 I’ll demonstrate that you don’t get what you don’t ask for. 📌 I’ll share three strategies for self-promotion that are proven to make a difference. 📌 Why self-promotion is more critical today than ever before. 📌 Insider tips from seasoned senior professionals on showcasing their value with grace and impact. Please join me. I will be running the same workshop three times on different days and times. Here's the link to sign up https://lnkd.in/g5zx-Rd9 My final word on this… don't postpone self-promotion until your next performance review. Seize every opportunity to share your story. Speak up about your contributions and communicate why they matter. The insights from this FREE webinar will set you up for future success. I hope you can join me. #freewebinar #selfpromotion #careeradvancement #careerconfidence #womeninleadership

Hybrid work has granted us a greater level of independence, responsibility, and work-life balance. But where the casual lunch with a coworker or piece of encouragement from your boss was previously so easy, it now must be much more intentional. Hear from Isabella Sergio, EVP and Managing Partner, as she takes the stage alongside other senior women marketers at MM+M’s 2024 Women of Distinction to discuss how the hybrid world can affect your career evolution—and tips to thrive from afar. #MMMWomenofDistinction #leadership

Excited to share an insightful webinar on Allyship in Action! Here is your free ticket to join ClearEdge Rising, sought-after thought leaders across the US. Shedding light on the power of genuine allyship. Hear directly from Ashley Andersen, MSW, Matt Joseph, Sabrina Alexis Sayoc, MBA, MSBA, as they share their personal expertise in fostering inclusive cultures and more importantly- driving actual results. Don't miss this opportunity to learn actionable steps to enhance your leadership! #AllyshipInAction #InclusionMatters #DiversityandInclusion #LeadershipStories

Why do talented women with goals apologize for how they're dressed in the summer? I've noticed this trend twice this week, and it's got me thinking. Apologizing for our appearance at the start of a conversation can put us at an immediate disadvantage—it's the opposite of confidence, empowerment, and poised leadership. Our appearance and how we feel about it can impact our behavior either negatively or positively. Having the right mindset and behavior to match can attract great opportunities. So, no matter the season, let's strive to look our best. While summer requires a bit more attention, in NYC, it's a short season. You don't need much, just the right things. If you want to learn how to exude leadership through your summer style effortlessly, feel free to DM me. Let's talk about how you can rock your look with confidence and attract those opportunities.

She lives, she breathes… Almavina is here! OK, well, she’s been here and at work for a while, but now she lives on the WWW! Excited to launch the Almavina Strategic Partners website today (www.almavina.com), complete with current service offerings, a way to get in touch, and insights from our founder. During launch week, we will be highlighting one of our current services each day with a new post on the Insights page coming on Friday.  **Today’s spotlight offering is: Professional Coaching   With an individualized approach, we provide support for early- and mid-career professional women who are making career transitions, navigating troublesome workplace dynamics, and/or working to overcome challenges that are unique to women in the workplace. We’ll start with a meet and greet to be sure we are compatible, and then will work together to set goals, process challenges, and set an action plan. We will provide support and encouragement along the way to ensure you are set up to meet your goals. At Almavina Strategic Partners, we welcome regular feedback and solicit formal feedback every few sessions to optimize the value you are getting from the engagement. Know someone who could benefit from this service or who wants to know more about our approach? Please share my contact information or point her to the contact us page (link below in comments). **Follow Almavina Strategic Partners on LinkedIn to ensure you get the latest updates and insights!

The challenges of professional women in the workplace - Round 3! This week we spoke with a woman working in middle management, whom we’ll call Pam. As many women in the middle of their careers, the balancing act of thriving in parenthood and your career is tough to say the least. Some may choose to take a career break, as Pam did. And then the question is, how do you get back on the saddle of corporate life upon re-entering the workforce? How do you successfully navigate your way to higher levels of management? All great questions to reflect on. Through my peer mentoring circles I hope to address challenges exactly like these so that we can grow together. Do any of her experiences resonate with you? Share your thoughts in the comments below!   #mentoringcircle #mentorship #leadership #womeninspiringwomen #humanresources #challenge #business #career #change #woman

Does this resonate with you? If so, you’re not alone! What you see here is a list of the most common challenges my 💃 clients—ambitious female managers leading projects or teams in multinational environments—face in their day-to-day work. In the SHELeads Program, we help them build the right mindset, abilities, and skill set to overcome these challenges. My clients get to do the “inner work” necessary to develop core confidence, courage, and leadership influence, allowing them to truly thrive in the workplace (and beyond!). And I feel incredibly blessed to be able to support them through this process. So, let me ask you this: 👉 Where could you be 6 or 12 months from now if you start doing this work today and commit to achieving your goals and dreams? 👉 And where will you be 6 or 12 months from now if you stay the same? If you feel it’s time for a major shift in your life, I’d love to talk to you!🔥 Two groups of international women managers are beginning the SHELeads journey on September 24th, and there is now an opportunity for another woman or two to join the cohort. Could YOU be one of them? I don't know 🤓 Let’s talk and find out if SHELeads is the right fit for you! This is the LAST opportunity this year... 👉 Learn more and grab one of the final slots in my calendar for this week! https://lnkd.in/dBi7gxK ⏰ TIME IS TICKING ⏰ #sheleads #womenempowerment #leadershipdevelopment #holisticleadership #mindsetshift

𝗗𝗶𝘃𝗲𝗿𝘀𝗶𝘁𝘆 𝗖𝗵𝗮𝗻𝗴𝗲𝘀 𝗘𝘃𝗲𝗿𝘆𝘁𝗵𝗶𝗻𝗴. 💡 When leadership neglects diversity, teams miss out on innovation and results. Over 44% of employees feel DEI isn’t a priority in their workplace. That’s a wake-up call! 📢 At Diversity.com, we make connecting with top talent from underrepresented groups easier than ever. Build a team that’s not just diverse but unstoppable. 👉 Post your first job today: Diversity.com #InclusiveWorkplace #DiversityLeadership #InnovateTogether #WorkplaceDiversity

The challenges of professional women in the workplace - Round 3! This week we spoke with a woman working in middle management, whom we’ll call Pam. As many women in the middle of their careers, the balancing act of thriving in parenthood and your career is tough to say the least. Some may choose to take a career break, as Pam did. And then the question is, how do you get back on the saddle of corporate life upon re-entering the workforce? How do you successfully navigate your way to higher levels of management? All great questions to reflect on. Through my peer mentoring circles I hope to address challenges exactly like these so that we can grow together. Do any of her experiences resonate with you? Share your thoughts in the comments below!   #mentoringcircle #mentorship #leadership #womeninspiringwomen #humanresources #challenge #business #career #change #woman

🌟 Did you know? 🌟 🚨 Only 18% of Black professionals and 17% of Hispanic/Latino professionals are described as “intelligent” at work, compared to nearly half of their white and Asian peers. 🚨 Women and Asian colleagues are twice as likely to be labeled "overachievers"—a backhanded compliment rooted in low expectations. 🚨 And here’s the kicker: your top performers, especially women, are often getting the worst feedback. Want to know how to create a truly inclusive environment and help your top talent thrive? Join Carissa Romero, Co-founder of Paradigm, and Kieran Snyder, Co-founder and Chief Scientist Emeritus of Textio, for a must-attend webinar on Inclusive Performance Management—exploring how stereotype threat and a fixed mindset may be holding your team back. 🗓️ Join us tomorrow October 11th at 9am PT / Noon ET, and discover actionable strategies just in time for year-end reviews! 👉 Register here: https://lnkd.in/gXcrf9ez #InclusiveLeadership #YearEndReviews #PerformanceManagement #textio