Category: Career Development & Success
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Building Effective Alliances for Women of Color in Leadership
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Navigating the corporate world as an African American/Black woman presents unique challenges. Often, these women are underrepresented in leadership positions and face distinct hurdles on their journey to executive roles, from overcoming stereotypes to managing the impacts of systemic bias. One way to advance is by building a network of…
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The Importance of Having Mentors in Career Advancement for African American Women Executives
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Mentorship has always been a key element in career development, especially for African American women executives who often face unique challenges on their way to leadership roles. With only 1.6% of C-suite positions held by African American women, the scarcity of role models can make professional growth seem daunting (LeanIn.org…
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Garnering Support for African American Women Executives: The Power of Networks, Allies, and Support Systems (Part 2)
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In the journey toward executive leadership, African American/Black women face unique challenges that require more than just resilience, intelligence, and perseverance. As highlighted in part one of this series, building a professional network is an essential strategy for success. However, networking alone is not enough. True growth and success also…