In the United States, 47% of the labor force is female but just 21% of the five main C-suite positions are held by women. There are many reasons why we see a smaller percentage of women in leadership roles. Some women choose career paths that won’t lead to a leadership…Read More
Why Women’s Leadership Conferences Matter Women leaders bring valuable, unique perspectives to businesses in all types of industries. Yet, women still lag far behind males in top leadership roles. According to the Center for American Progress, while women constitute a majority of the U.S. population, only 5% of Fortune 500…Read More
Companies do more than make products or create services. Businesses impact society, the environment, the economy and social change. Corporate social responsibility is the conscious, stated effort a company makes to be socially accountable. Everything from how a company operates its manufacturing plants, to how it contributes to local…Read More
When unemployment is low, job seekers are at an advantage. With fewer candidates to choose from, companies have to get creative to attract the best talent for their vacancies. This could create incredible opportunities for those looking to switch jobs. In order to fill openings, more and more companies must…Read More
The outlook for professionals who want to grow their careers in the digital marketing space is positive. In 2019, spending on digital advertising is expected to exceed traditional ad spending for the first time, eMarketer reports. The Occupational Outlook Handbook reports the job outlook for advertising, promotions and marketing managers…Read More
Small businesses are a vital part of the American economy, with 30.2 million small businesses making up 99.9 percent of American businesses and employing 47.5 percent of American employees. But a 2019 report by CB Insights shows the financial challenges many small businesses face: 44 percent of employer firms said…Read More
Financial technology, or fintech, is part of everyday life for many people around the globe. From online banking, to cryptocurrency like Bitcoin, to robo-advising for investments, consumers are increasingly likely to turn to technology for money management. Consider these notable stats highlighting the rise of fintech: The 2017 EY FinTech…Read More
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