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Have We (Women In Tech) Come A Long Way, Baby?

Not every woman (or man) grew up the way I did or has the confidence and support that I do today. Sadly, there are plenty of women and men who were taught traditional gender roles growing up and that helped shape their lives. READ»

Muslim Women Tech Leaders Coming to America

The State Department sets up a mentorship program to empower women technology professionals in the Middle East -- and help reboot U.S. relations with the Arab world.READ»

Startups: An "Alpha Male Pissing-Contest?"

Why aren't enough women seeking angel and VC money? And why aren't more women-led startups getting funded? Consider these little known facts:Women-run tech startups generate more revenue per invested capital and fail less then those ...READ»

Best Advice For Leveraging Female Gen Y Talent

Why aren't Gen Y women seen as leadership material?READ»

The Women's Business Tribe

Powerful tribes aren't open to everyone. The exclusivity makes it work. In this case, the exclusivity will come from three things: 1. Only women will be in this tribe (sorry guys). 2. Women selected for this tribe will be remarkable, unconventional, and represent powerful women that support one another. 3. Moxie is required. READ»

Little Noticed Election Landmarks: Women In Charge (& Not)

Last Tuesday, New Hampshire voters elected 13 women to the state Senate, out of a total of 24 seats -- the first time women have been the majority in any U.S. state legislative body. Flagged by Fast Company alum Dan Pink, with ...READ»

What Leaders Can Learn From Celebrities

Our society is one wherein our social, fashion, beauty, even political, views are often dictated by celebrities. Why is this? Why would everyday folks take up positions that are espoused by favorite celebrities? What qualifies these ...READ»

Common Mistakes by Executive Women

Women managers bring uniquely feminine styles, motivations and skills to professional life and have learned to use some of their strengths -- like empathy, adaptability and strong verbal skills -- to their advantage. Unfortunately, ...READ»