Have you ever been in a meeting where a female colleague downplays her accomplishments. Or maybe even gives credit to someone else for a project she led? This is not uncommon in the workplace, and it’s a phenomenon known as “modesty.” Being modest may seem like a positive trait. But it can actually hold women …
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Underrepresentation According to the National Women’s Business Council, as of 2021, women own approximately 38% of all businesses in the United States. (1). Other research shows Canada (3) and Europe (2) paint a similar picture. However, this percentage includes non-employer (such as freelance) business. If you were to exclude these, the numbers are even worse, …
Why women are much needed in tech and how to close the gap.Read More »
In a troubled time, powerful creative new ideas pierce the darkness and paradigm shifts happen. It seems creativity plays an important role here and helps us to create meaningful change. 8 minute read. Rather listen?? Powerful ideas need world changing views A great and well-known example of such a powerful idea is the in 1905 …
Boost your creativity – and you will move mountains. Here’s why and how.Read More »
Students today and aspiring entrepreneurs are mesmerized by starting their own tech company and creating the next unicorn. Of course it is easy to be dazzled by the funding numbers you might read, the success stories that universities and tech accelerators promote. You would almost believe it is as simple as connecting to the right …
We need more superheroes! Are you ready to be one?Read More »
A while back I listened to an interview with a NYC entrepreneur, and this is what he answered when asked the best advice he’d give other starters. Does it sound rude? I think it does. I would be more inclined to say “be smart about your money” or a little more lady like “don’t pee …
The best advice you’ll ever get: Don’t piss away your money.Read More »
We know! Building a startup takes time, perseverance, creativity, is downright f#%$& hard work! But your most valuable time spent is listening, and listening more. Just a simple mantra emphasizing that you need to take time to listen & learn. 4 min read You always want things to go faster than they actually do, you encounter …