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The Power of Women in Leadership 🌟 Last week, PMI hosted an inspiring webinar as part of the #WomenInspirationNetwork, featuring award-winning filmmaker Donna Zaccaro Over 300 attendees joined for a reflective conversation on leadership. In conversation with Marie-Pauline Lauret Donna shared powerful insights on how influential women have shaped her views, the importance of women supporting each other, and what it means to be a positive leader. Here are some key takeaways: 1️⃣ The more voices and perspectives you hear, the stronger your arguments and outcomes will be. 2️⃣ Ask your team what they need and how your role can support them in reaching their goals. 3️⃣ Be helpful. Mentor, support, and uplift others in their careers. 4️⃣ Be mindful of biases—people are still judged by appearance, voice, or behavior. Ambition and assertiveness are often misunderstood. 5️⃣ Stay aware of how others are responding to you and adjust accordingly. As we work toward building more balanced organizations, Donna also emphasized the crucial role male colleagues play in supporting women. Promoting diverse voices in meetings and vensuring women are included in discussions are key steps. 🧠 Building self-confidence? It happens one step at a time. Embrace positive feedback, seek evaluation and growth, and consistently put yourself out there! Let others know about your achievements. This session was truly inspiring and left us with actionable reflections to incorporate into our daily leadership practices. Does this resonate with you? 🤔 👉 Let’s continue the conversation! Share your thoughts or experiences on positive leadership and how we can all foster more inclusive workplaces. 💬 Thank you Marian Salzman #Leadership #PositiveLeadership #WomenInLeadership #Mentorship #InclusiveLeadership #CareerGrowth #DiversityAndInclusion #SelfConfidence #PMI #LeadershipDevelopment #GrowthMindset #LeadershipTips

Investing Time Empowering Woman Executives !! I've have the unique opportunity to work closely with both the core team members and our executives. These women are the backbone of our operations, driving innovation and efficiency on the ground. By investing in their development and confidence, we’re not only enhancing their leadership capabilities but also paving the way for a more inclusive and equitable workplace. While aligning with our core team is crucial for driving day-to-day success, I’ve learned that spending time with our executives is equally, if not more, impactful. When we, as leaders, dedicate time to our executives, we do more than just share knowledge. We empower them. 📍 We’re providing the support and clarity they need to face the unique challenges of a factory environment and a culture where their voices are heard and valued. This, in turn, equips them to lead their teams with renewed conviction and drive the innovation needed to stay ahead in today’s competitive market. 📌 In my experience, executives who feel supported and valued are not just more effective—they become true champions of the company’s vision. They inspire their teams, make informed decisions, and help propel the entire organization forward. In a fast-paced business environment, it’s vital to ensure that every leader feels empowered and confident. ✅ The time you spend with them is an investment in the future success of your company. #Leadership #ExecutiveSupport #BrandManagement #Empowerment #GrowthMindset

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The Evolving Landscape of Women’s Leadership: What’s Next? The conversation around women’s leadership has never been more exciting or relevant. One of the most powerful shifts I’ve seen recently is the rise of adaptive leadership—the ability to navigate uncertainty, embrace change, and inspire others through complexity. Over the last five years, the game has truly changed for women in leadership. We’ve seen greater recognition of the value women bring to the table, especially in areas like empathy, resilience, and emotional intelligence. These strengths have become not just desirable but essential in guiding organizations through challenging times. Think about how women-led businesses and countries handled the pandemic—they set new benchmarks for what leadership looks like. But let’s be real—there are still challenges. For years, women faced structural and cultural barriers that hindered growth, from unequal access to mentorship to outdated biases about what leadership “should” look like. Even today, balancing professional ambitions with societal expectations remains a struggle for many. The good news? Those barriers are starting to crack. With more women embracing their authentic leadership styles and workplaces becoming more inclusive, the future feels promising. But there’s more work to do. How do we equip women with the skills to keep pushing boundaries—whether it’s mastering negotiation, cultivating a strong personal brand, or confidently leading through change? I’d love to hear your thoughts: What do you see as the most critical leadership skill or skills for women in the years ahead? And what shifts have you noticed in recent years? Let’s keep the conversation going and inspire one another! #WomensLeadership #AdaptiveLeadership #EmotionalIntelligence #BreakingBarriers

“𝗪𝗼𝗺𝗲𝗻 𝗮𝗿𝗲 𝗱𝗲𝗳𝗶𝗰𝗶𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗻𝗲𝗲𝗱 𝗳𝗶𝘅𝗶𝗻𝗴… ” As stated by the Harvard Business Review article "Where Women's Leadership Development Programs Fall Short," 😧 𝘁𝗵𝗶𝘀 𝗶𝘀 𝗮 𝗵𝗮𝗿𝗺𝗳𝘂𝗹 𝗺𝘆𝘁𝗵 𝘁𝗵𝗮𝘁 𝘂𝗻𝗱𝗲𝗿𝗺𝗶𝗻𝗲𝘀 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝘁𝗿𝘂𝗲 𝗽𝗼𝘁𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗶𝗮𝗹 𝗼𝗳 𝘄𝗼𝗺𝗲𝗻. With a growing movement for genuine gender allyship, I'm honored to collaborate with Hong Kong General Chamber of Commerce (HKGCC) 香港總商會 on my very first public seminar: 👩🏻🎓"Empowering Women Leadership, Advance Beyond the Glass Ceiling." 👩🏻🎓 📢📢 (Spoiler alert: there may be a few surprises!) #Question1 𝗛𝗼𝘄 𝗶𝘀 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗰𝗼𝗻𝘁𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝗱𝗶𝗳𝗳𝗲𝗿𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝘁𝗵𝗮𝗻 𝗮 𝗿𝗲𝗴𝘂𝗹𝗮𝗿 𝗹𝗲𝗮𝗱𝗲𝗿𝘀𝗵𝗶𝗽 𝗽𝗿𝗼𝗴𝗿𝗮𝗺? We'll explore how the expectations for men and women differ: 💎from mere confidence to approachable confidence, 💎from energetic to enthusiastic, 💎from steadfast decisive to thoughtful decisive. Through interactive exercises and peer coaching, we'll 𝗱𝗲𝘀𝗶𝗴𝗻 𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝘂𝗻𝗶𝗾𝘂𝗲 𝗽𝗿𝗼𝗳𝗲𝘀𝘀𝗶𝗼𝗻𝗮𝗹 𝗯𝗿𝗮𝗻𝗱𝘀 𝗮𝘂𝘁𝗵𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗶𝗰 𝘁𝗼 𝗼𝘂𝗿𝘀𝗲𝗹𝘃𝗲𝘀. #Question2 𝗛𝗼𝘄 𝗶𝘀 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝘄𝗮𝘆 𝗼𝗳 𝗹𝗲𝗮𝗿𝗻𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗱𝗶𝗳𝗳𝗲𝗿𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝘁𝗵𝗮𝗻 𝗮 𝗿𝗲𝗴𝘂𝗹𝗮𝗿 𝗹𝗲𝗮𝗱𝗲𝗿𝘀𝗵𝗶𝗽 𝗽𝗿𝗼𝗴𝗿𝗮𝗺? 🪄 The real magic happens in the sisterhood learning environment. 🪄 Surrounded by the warmth, trust, and 𝗰𝗼𝗹𝗹𝗲𝗰𝘁𝗶𝘃𝗲 𝗴𝗲𝗻𝗶𝘂𝘀 𝗼𝗳 𝘀𝘂𝗽𝗽𝗼𝗿𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝘄𝗼𝗺𝗲𝗻, we'll tackle case studies, engage in discussions, and unlock our individual and collective potential as leaders. #Question3 𝗛𝗼𝘄 𝗮𝗿𝗲 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗸𝗲𝘆 𝘁𝗮𝗸𝗲𝗮𝘄𝗮𝘆𝘀 𝗱𝗶𝗳𝗳𝗲𝗿𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝘁𝗵𝗮𝗻 𝗮 𝗿𝗲𝗴𝘂𝗹𝗮𝗿 𝗹𝗲𝗮𝗱𝗲𝗿𝘀𝗵𝗶𝗽 𝗽𝗿𝗼𝗴𝗿𝗮𝗺? This workshop is about self-reflection and reclaiming our rightful place. 🌱 Participants will leave with a renewed sense of purpose, 🌱 a personalized career and visibility strategy, 🌱 and the 𝗱𝗲𝘀𝗶𝗿𝗮𝗯𝗹𝗲 𝗰𝗼𝗻𝗳𝗶𝗱𝗲𝗻𝗰𝗲 to shatter the glass ceiling. 🚀 The momentum is building 🚀 Two leading luxury brands have pledged to send their rising women executives to this program. Will you be one of the💯pathfinders joining us on this transformative workshop? Link to enrolment in Comments. #WomenInLeadership #GlassCeiling #Leadership #SheLeads

Women leaders are as ambitious as men, but at many companies, they face headwinds that signal it will be harder to advance. They're more likely to experience belittling microaggressions, such as having their judgement questioned or being mistaken for some more junior. They're doing more to support employee well-being and foster inclusion, but this critical work is spreading them thin and mostly unrewarded. And finally, it's increasingly important to women leaders that they work for companies that prioritize flexibility, employee well-being, and diversity, equity and inclusion. If companies don't take action on it, they risk losing not only their current women leaders but also the next generation of women leaders. Therefore The Leading Navigators presents a wonderful Women Leadership Program LADY- (Leadership Acceleration Development Yoga) Book a session with us now and make your organization's culture safe and confident for your wonder women. Connect with us - dd@theleadingnavigators.com / +91 9818795579 #leadership #womenempowerment #womenleadership #womenatwork #training #teambonding #employeeengagement #traininganddevelopment #motivationalsession #deepakbhardwajinspirationalspeaker #lifecoach #mentorship #softskillstraining #behaviormanagement #conflictmanagement #leadershipdevelopment #mindfulnesscoach #lifetransformation #theleadingnavigators #deepakbhardwajmotivationalspeaker #deekshaadixitreallifespeaker #corporatetraining #corporatetrainings #teambuilding #teambuildingactivities

"𝙒𝙤𝙢𝙚𝙣 𝙗𝙚𝙡𝙤𝙣𝙜 𝙞𝙣 𝙖𝙡𝙡 𝙥𝙡𝙖𝙘𝙚𝙨 𝙬𝙝𝙚𝙧𝙚 𝙙𝙚𝙘𝙞𝙨𝙞𝙤𝙣𝙨 𝙖𝙧𝙚 𝙗𝙚𝙞𝙣𝙜 𝙢𝙖𝙙𝙚. 𝙄𝙩 𝙨𝙝𝙤𝙪𝙡𝙙𝙣'𝙩 𝙗𝙚 𝙩𝙝𝙖𝙩 𝙬𝙤𝙢𝙚𝙣 𝙖𝙧𝙚 𝙩𝙝𝙚 𝙚𝙭𝙘𝙚𝙥𝙩𝙞𝙤𝙣." - 𝘽𝙖𝙙𝙚𝙧 𝙂𝙞𝙣𝙨𝙗𝙪𝙧𝙜, 𝙛𝙤𝙧𝙢𝙚𝙧 𝘼𝙨𝙨𝙤𝙘𝙞𝙖𝙩𝙚 𝙅𝙪𝙨𝙩𝙞𝙘𝙚 𝙤𝙛 𝙩𝙝𝙚 𝙎𝙪𝙥𝙧𝙚𝙢𝙚 𝘾𝙤𝙪𝙧𝙩 𝙤𝙛 𝙩𝙝𝙚 𝙐𝙣𝙞𝙩𝙚𝙙 𝙎𝙩𝙖𝙩𝙚𝙨 Momentum Mondays: Are You Ready to Lead? Climbing the ladder to senior leadership can be more challenging for some. Women, in particular, often face unique challenges in the C-Suite. But what are the essential skills they can develop to bridge the gap? Studies show that unconscious bias and the pressure to conform to traditional leadership styles can hold women back. A lack of diverse perspectives at the top. Companies with women in leadership roles outperform those without by a significant margin [𝘳𝘦𝘧𝘦𝘳 𝘵𝘰 𝘵𝘩𝘦 𝘢𝘳𝘵𝘪𝘤𝘭𝘦 𝘰𝘯 𝘸𝘰𝘮𝘦𝘯 𝘭𝘦𝘢𝘥𝘦𝘳𝘴 𝘢𝘯𝘥 𝘣𝘶𝘴𝘪𝘯𝘦𝘴𝘴 𝘴𝘶𝘤𝘤𝘦𝘴𝘴, 𝘦.𝘨., 𝘈𝘗𝘈 - 𝘞𝘰𝘮𝘦𝘯 𝘭𝘦𝘢𝘥𝘦𝘳𝘴 𝘮𝘢𝘬𝘦 𝘸𝘰𝘳𝘬 𝘣𝘦𝘵𝘵𝘦𝘳. 𝘏𝘦𝘳𝘦'𝘴 𝘵𝘩𝘦 𝘴𝘤𝘪𝘦𝘯𝘤𝘦 𝘣𝘦𝘩𝘪𝘯𝘥 𝘪𝘵, 𝘈𝘗𝘈, 2022]. https://lnkd.in/gcNXDtNU 𝙋𝙍𝙊 𝙏𝙄𝙋: 𝘿𝙤𝙣'𝙩 𝙩𝙧𝙮 𝙩𝙤 𝙘𝙤𝙢𝙥𝙡𝙚𝙩𝙚𝙡𝙮 𝙘𝙝𝙖𝙣𝙜𝙚 𝙬𝙝𝙤 𝙮𝙤𝙪 𝙖𝙧𝙚! Here are three ways women can leverage their strengths for leadership success: 𝟭. 𝗔𝗺𝗽𝗹𝗶𝗳𝘆 𝗬𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗩𝗼𝗶𝗰𝗲: Women tend to be collaborative and relationship-oriented. Use these skills to build strong teams and foster open communication. ️ 𝟮. 𝗢𝘄𝗻 𝗬𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗘𝘅𝗽𝗲𝗿𝘁𝗶𝘀𝗲: Don't downplay your achievements. Be confident in your abilities and clearly articulate your vision. 𝟯. 𝗕𝘂𝗶𝗹𝗱 𝗬𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗡𝗲𝘁𝘄𝗼𝗿𝗸: Find mentors and sponsors who can advocate for you and champion your growth. Women can become influential leaders who drive positive change by developing these skills. What are your thoughts? Share your experiences in the comments! ➖➖➖ For over three decades, I've worked with esteemed companies such as 𝗙𝗶𝗿𝘀𝘁 𝗜𝗺𝗽𝗲𝗿𝗶𝗮𝗹 𝗖𝗿𝗲𝗱𝗶𝘁 𝗨𝗻𝗶𝗼𝗻, 𝗨𝗻𝗶𝘁𝗲𝗱 𝗦𝘁𝗮𝘁𝗲𝘀 𝗚𝘆𝗽𝘀𝘂𝗺 (𝗨𝗦𝗚), 𝗛𝗲𝗶𝗻𝗲𝗸𝗲𝗻, 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗧𝗲𝗿𝗮𝗱𝗮𝘁𝗮, driving their transformational journeys. Through my guidance, struggling teams have evolved into highly efficient and heart-centered units, fueling remarkable employee retention and profitability improvements. ***** With the strategic implementation of my 3D Formula, incorporating visual imagery, behavioral interviewing techniques, and leadership development, we have successfully reduced turnover rates from 30% to 8%, and even less this year! Learn how my leadership training programs can help. Download my case study showing how we cut FICU's turnover from 37% to 7%. Our case study shows the impact of effective leadership training, a new approach to feedback, and smarter hiring. https://lnkd.in/g8Zt2M7R #womeninleadership #leadershipdevelopment #momentummondays

Are you a woman leader struggling with self-doubt or feeling stuck in your career? You're not alone. This session, "Shattering Your Inner Glass Ceiling: An Orientation to Women's Leadership Series," dove deep into the concept of the inner glass ceiling, the self-limiting beliefs that prevent women from achieving their full potential. Facilitators Eliza von Baeyer and Nicole van Kuppeveld offered practical strategies to combat imposter syndrome, including reframing negative thoughts, celebrating successes, and seeking peer support. The session introduced the Women's Leadership Series (WLS), a comprehensive program designed to empower women leaders. WLS equips participants with the knowledge, tools, and strategies to leverage their feminine strengths, navigate workplace challenges, and overcome self-doubt which according to leading-edge research is common to all women that have not addressed evolutionary and societal cultural barriers. The program delves into various topics, including: - Cultivating Feminine Leadership: Harnessing the power of collaboration, empathy, and intuition to foster thriving teams. - Shattering the Inner Glass Ceiling: Identifying and dismantling self-limiting beliefs to build unwavering confidence. - Mastering the Power Paradox: Navigating the complexities of femininity and power, and asserting yourself authentically. - Building an Executive Presence: Developing the skills and confidence to project a powerful aura that inspires others. - Communication from a Feminine Lens: Mastering communication techniques that foster trust, collaboration, and impactful leadership. - Building Resilience: Learning to bounce back from setbacks, manage stress effectively, and stay motivated. - Building a Supportive Network: Discovering the power of mentorship, sponsorship, and peer groups to cultivate a network that empowers your leadership journey. The WLS program promises to be a transformative experience, guiding participants on a journey of self-discovery, leadership development, and achieving their full potential. Join a supportive network of like-minded women leaders and embark on this epic leadership learning adventure starting September 17, 2024. To get more details follow this link: https://buff.ly/3yJeGOg #executivewomen #womenleaders #womenCEOS #womenfounders #womenentrepreneurs #managers #leadership #leadershipdevelopment #womenatwork

Here are a few facts about women in leadership: 💡 The Glass Cliff: Research shows that women are more likely to be appointed to leadership positions during times of crisis. This phenomenon, known as the "glass cliff," means that women often step into roles with higher risks and challenges. According to a study published in the British Journal of Management, women are more frequently chosen to lead struggling organizations compared to their male counterparts. 💡Leadership Effectiveness: A 2019 study by Harvard Business Review found that women were rated as more effective leaders compared to men. Women scored higher in 84% of the competencies that drive leadership effectiveness, such as taking initiative and resilience. 💡 Gender Bias and Barriers: A 2020 Catalyst study found that 60% of women leaders reported facing higher scrutiny and harsher criticism than their male counterparts. This suggests that women in leadership often have to overcome significant gender bias and barriers.

Breaking the Mold: Leadership Has No Gender—Why Diverse Leadership is Key to Innovation and Success Diving into LinkedIn, the landscape is striking: a sea of leadership still predominantly reflecting the same faces, the same gender, predominantly men. It’s 2024, and the conversation about gender diversity in leadership roles continues. 🔄 But here's the kicker – leadership knows no gender. The unique qualities needed to inspire, to drive success, and to innovate can be found in every individual, across the entire spectrum of humanity. So why does this disparity persist on our professional platforms, in our boardrooms, in the very fabric of our leadership narratives? The answer isn’t simple, nor is it easy to address overnight. But it begins with acknowledging that achieving a gender-diverse leadership isn’t just about adding seats to the table; it’s about recognizing the inherent value and perspective each unique voice brings to that table. 🌈 As a Transformational Leadership Coach, my role is to ignite this conversation, to challenge the status quo, and to create spaces where potential leaders, regardless of gender, can thrive and lead with authenticity. It’s not just about coaching women; it’s about enriching the leadership canvas with the diverse strengths, insights, and visions everyone brings to it. Let’s broaden our understanding of what leadership looks like, moving beyond stereotypes and embracing the diverse spectrum of leadership styles and approaches that truly represent our societal fabric. Because when we do, we don’t just change the narrative; we change the game. 💡 What’s your take on the current state of leadership diversity? Have you seen positive changes in your sphere? Share your reflections and let’s keep pushing this crucial conversation forward. #LeadershipDiversity #ChangeTheNarrative #InclusiveLeadership