gender discrimination

Leadership

Studies Suggest It's Good Business to Hire Women Over Men. Here's Why.

It is clear that the "glass ceiling" exists, and women face discrimination that hinders their advancement compared to men, despite having similar qualifications, skills and experience. However, employing women over men may be the key to success for your business, according to a wealth of scientific research.

Women Entrepreneur®

Investors Catalysing Women's Representation In The Indian Entrepreneurial Ecosystem

According to the World Bank, doubling the percentage of women in the workforce would boost India's growth rate from 7.5 per cent to 9 per cent and raise the country's GDP to $700 billion by 2025.

News and Trends

Ageism at Workplace: The Discrimination no-one Talks About

Behind this subtle yet powerful discrimination are a series of myths associated with age and we need to address

Thought Leaders

Ageism and the Gender Pay Gap: Why Getting Older Can Be Problematic for Women

The U.S. workforce as a whole is getting older. Can we afford to discriminate against people, particularly women, on the basis of age?

Leadership

So, a Manager Just Pawed You. Or a Principal at Your Firm Made Lewd Remarks. Now, What?

Five legal steps you need to take, to regain control, as either the victim of sexual harassment or the employer of one.

Leadership

Over One-Third of Women Say Managers Don't Address Disrespectful Behavior Toward Women. And That's Your Fault.

One female CEO described how she rid her mind of self-doubt only after her own mother stepped in.

Thought Leaders

16 Businesswomen Who Can Be Counted on to Provide Their Own Seat at the Table

Only 25 percent of the women in S&P 500 companies hold senior-level positions; they hold just 6 percent of the CEO posts. But plenty of candidates are out there.