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🏆Embrace Your Journey: A Testament to Strength and Success 🌟 "Your journey is more than a path of success; it's a testament to every woman of color who ever doubted herself and then proved herself spectacularly wrong." CV As professional women of color, our journeys are filled with unique challenges and triumphs. Each step we take is not just about personal achievement, but also about breaking barriers and defying the odds. It's about proving to ourselves and to the world that we are capable, resilient, and spectacularly powerful. Our paths are paved with moments of self-doubt and fear, yet we rise above, demonstrating incredible strength and determination. Every success we achieve serves as an inspiration to others who walk the same path, showing that it is possible to overcome and excel. Let this be a reminder to all the phenomenal women out there: Your journey matters. Your successes are significant. And your story is a beacon of hope and empowerment for future generations. Let's continue to support each other, celebrate our wins, and lift each other up. Join our empowerment community today at no cost for the month of July. 🔔Click here: https://lnkd.in/eSMvUN2G Together, we can redefine what's possible and create a legacy of excellence. #WomenOfColor #JourneyToSuccess #Inspiration #Empowerment #LegacyBuilding

▶ Every epic tale has an origin story, and as Molly McGuigan shares in her post below, the #DitchtheDitty journey began with a wake-up call when someone literally handed her a ditty bag to hold during an event. 💊 🔎 Much like Neo taking the red pill in The Matrix, we had a moment of clarity where we saw things in a new way: we realized that we--especially as women--- often accept tasks and responsibilities we don't want or need. We hold onto them out of politeness, niceness, fear of not being liked, or simply not knowing how to say "no." 👝 The idea of a "ditty bag" became a powerful metaphor for us. Once we recognized these metaphorical ditty bags we’ve been picking up all our lives, we couldn't unsee them. We started reflecting on why we accept these "Ditties" and, more importantly, how we can start ditching them and stop picking up new ones so that we have more time and energy for DELIGHTS instead of DITTIES. We want to hear your #DitchingTales... ➡ How have you ditched Ditties you no longer want to carry?  ➡ When have you NOT accepted a Ditty and what was the impact? ➡ What are the different ways Ditties are delivered to us?  ➡ How do you determine what is and is not a Ditty in your life? Share below and join us on Thursday June 13th for a FREE 45 minute "Lunch, Learn & Laugh" Session where we will dig into ditching Ditties together! 🆓 Grab your spot at: https://lnkd.in/e5mFNryK @ Follow us and join the #DitchTheDitty conversation at: Website: https://lnkd.in/eR2dVtnY Linked-In: https://lnkd.in/ezqUy4dn Facebook: https://lnkd.in/ehYYUa5v #DitchTheDitty #DtD #ShedTheShoulds #DoWhatMatters

Do you love networking? This week alone, I've attended two events, had a lunch date, and participated in a few calls with people I'm genuinely excited to get to know. I can't stress enough how important networking is. Here's why: 1. Feeling Less Alone As entrepreneurs, we often feel isolated, and our challenges can seem overwhelming. It's always refreshing to connect with others and realize we're not alone—everyone is dealing with something. Sharing experiences can be a real comfort. 2. Opening New Doors Networking can introduce you to people who might be pivotal for your company's growth. I can't count the number of times a simple introduction has changed my life. These connections can lead to opportunities you never imagined. 3. Enjoying the Company of Others I genuinely love people—not all people, but most. Just being honest! Connecting with others is one of the joys of networking. Earlier this year, I re-joined The Women's Presidents Organization, and I've been thrilled with all the new friends and connections I've made. Make Time for Networking Networking is crucial for both personal and professional growth. You'll be amazed at the benefits it brings. Love, Tonia XO Sources

Sharing some Client Wins from The Seven Figures Club! 🎉 We are a high-vibe bunch in my group container, The Seven Figures Club, and I couldn’t be prouder of the amazing progress and wins of these incredible women. The Seven Figures Club is for women making the journey from 6 to 7 figures in their consulting business, and we meet twice a month over Zoom as well as twice a year in person for uplevelling, expansive visioning, committing to aligned actions, and of course, following through with powerful implementation. Here are some of the awesome wins we are celebrating lately: > One client booked a speaking gig they are being paid $10k for > Another client won a new $40k contract with a values-aligned client > Another client realized they just had their best grossing year ever! > And another client received 4-5 brand new leads after consciously growing their pipeline throughout Q1 (and kind of wondering if it was actually working!) What’s your biggest win this week, and how will you be celebrating? Share your stories and let's celebrate together! 🙌 #womeninbusiness #sevenfigurebusiness #empoweringwomen #consultingbusiness

Ramya Auroprem, an associate in Axinn San Francisco, discusses who she admires in their support of DEI efforts in their working life in this week’s Women’s History Month “In the Spotlight.” Go Ramya! Click below to read more. #AdvocateforDEI #IWD2024 #womeninlaw

Uncommon Women, we already know the drill! 💃 We're exactly One week to our Monthly Town Hall! 💃💃💃 Our Monthly Town Hall Meeting is one way we engage each other in the Uncommon Woman Movement Community. We can't wait to see you there! It's going to be live on zoom, where we will celebrate our wins for the previous month, delve into the latest updates of the Uncommon Woman Movement, have our breakout sessions, and explore our empowering word of the month. To be a part of this, follow these simple steps: 1. Get the FREE MASTERCLASS by Coach Ifeoma Chuks-Adizue by filling in the details from the prompts when you click the link on our bio 2. The link to join our Telegram Community should be in your mail in less than 24hrs. 3. Stay rooted - the details for the meeting will be in the community, so you get to see it towards the D-Day. This is how we stay connected, informed, and inspired. Don't miss out! #IphieAdizue #careerbarriers #communityengagement #womenempowerment #UncommonWomanMovement

Elevate Your Voice 🗣️ I’m usually nervous about presenting, but the “Elevate Your Voice” sessions with Elevate have significantly boosted my public speaking confidence. The consistent feedback has made each session feel easier and less intimidating. Today, senior colleagues joined us to highlight what went well and where to improve for next time. Leaving us all with key takeaways and things to think about.

"At first, I felt lost and alone in the workplace. But since joining the First Five Program, I've gained the confidence to take up space and excel in my role." As a proud sponsor of the First Five Program by Trellis Collective, we’re proud to share these heartfelt testimonials of past participants of the program. These testimonials are from early career women, just like YOU, working in construction that we know you will be able to relate to. 🔍 Addressing Pain Points: Before joining, many participants felt isolated, doubted themselves, and struggled with workplace pressures. Tailored sessions on communication and confidence-building empowered them to advocate for their growth. 👩🔧 Empowerment in Action: Beyond skill-building, it fosters a supportive community where women thrive. Connecting with peers, they gained validation and tools for their journey. 💼 Business Benefits: Empowered women contribute invaluable creativity and diversity. Investing in them leads to better outcomes for businesses. 💬 Recommendations: Trusted by hundreds, the First Five Program delivers results, increasing productivity and job satisfaction. 🚀 Take the Leap: Enrolling women in programs like First Five is an investment in their future and your business's success. Sign up now to secure your spot and take the first step towards a brighter future! https://loom.ly/sQPDLaY #WomenInConstruction #EmpowerWomen #DiversityandInclusion #ProfessionalDevelopment #FirstFiveProgram #TrellisCollective #MaleDominated #EarlyCareerWomen

🚨𝐅𝐞𝐥𝐥𝐨𝐰 𝐖𝐨𝐦𝐞𝐧 𝐄𝐱𝐞𝐜𝐮𝐭𝐢𝐯𝐞𝐬 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐀𝐥𝐥𝐢𝐞𝐬: 50/50 Women on Boards published their Q1’24 report, signaling an alarm on the backwards rate of progress in reaching gender parity on boards. 𝐀𝐭 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐜𝐮𝐫𝐫𝐞𝐧𝐭 𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐞, **2045** 𝐢𝐬 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐲𝐞𝐚𝐫 𝐩𝐚𝐫𝐢𝐭𝐲 𝐰𝐢𝐥𝐥 𝐨𝐜𝐜𝐮𝐫—𝐭𝐡𝐚𝐭’𝐬 𝐨𝐯𝐞𝐫 2 𝐝𝐞𝐜𝐚𝐝𝐞𝐬 𝐚𝐰𝐚𝐲! 𝐃𝐢𝐝 𝐲𝐨𝐮 𝐤𝐧𝐨𝐰? ➸Companies with less diverse boards are more likely to exit the Russell 3000 list due to factors such as sales, mergers, or bankruptcy. ➸Research by the London Business School confirms companies with more women on their boards have higher returns on equity, higher valuations, lower likelihood of shareholder dissent, and stronger boardroom relationships and collaboration. 𝐘𝐞𝐭… 𝐆𝐞𝐧𝐝𝐞𝐫 𝐝𝐢𝐯𝐞𝐫𝐬𝐢𝐭𝐲 𝐦𝐨𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐮𝐦 𝐨𝐧 𝐔𝐒 𝐜𝐨𝐫𝐩𝐨𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐞 𝐛𝐨𝐚𝐫𝐝𝐬 𝐡𝐚𝐬 𝐬𝐭𝐚𝐥𝐥𝐞𝐝. According to the report: ➸For the period ending March 31, 2024, 𝘰𝘯𝘭𝘺 30.7% of the 587 new board positions were filled by women, the lowest since 2017. ➸Women hold only 29.7% of board seats in Russell 3000 companies. ➸Only 12% of the Russell 3000 has gender-balanced boards, totaling 354 companies, up by just one from Q4 2023. ➸Women and men of color together hold 𝘰𝘯𝘭𝘺 19.4% of board seats. 𝐖𝐡𝐚𝐭 𝐜𝐚𝐧 𝐖𝐨𝐦𝐞𝐧 𝐝𝐨? ▷Highlight and share your expertise. ▷Request employer-funded programs for board readiness. 𝐖𝐡𝐚𝐭 𝐜𝐚𝐧 𝐌𝐞𝐧 𝐝𝐨? ▷Mentor and recommend women for board roles. ▷Ensure women and women of color are on board candidate lists. 𝐖𝐡𝐚𝐭 𝐜𝐚𝐧 𝐂𝐨𝐫𝐩𝐨𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐬 𝐝𝐨? ▷Sponsor board readiness & training to women, including women of color. ▷Aim for a board with at least 3 women. 𝐒𝐡𝐚𝐫𝐞 𝐲𝐨𝐮𝐫 𝐢𝐝𝐞𝐚𝐬 𝐭𝐨 𝐜𝐥𝐨𝐬𝐞 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐠𝐚𝐩 ♻Repost to bring awareness to your network 💡 React if this resonated with you 💬 Comment to share your thoughts #EqualityInLeadership #CHIEF #business #womeninbusiness #InclusiveBoardrooms GDI: First Quarter 2024 Key Findings - 50/50 Women on Boards (5050wob.com)