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In today’s fast-paced world, many working women are recognizing the importance of prioritizing their own children, health, and well-being. This shift often leads to taking intentional breaks in their careers, allowing them to foster deeper connections with their families and focus on self-care. By stepping back, they not only nurture their personal lives but also cultivate a sense of balance that can enhance their overall happiness and productivity. This approach encourages a healthier work-life dynamic, where women can return to their careers with renewed energy and perspective, ultimately benefiting both their families and their professional endeavors.

Mark your calendars for our upcoming #InnovateHer speaking series! 💡 March 26th, 12 PM PT / 3 PM ET. Register now: https://bit.ly/48Zp1BT 💬 What are the key strategies for women to manage a healthy and sustainable work-life balance?  💬 How do cultural and societal norms impact women’s career choices and progression?  💬 How do maternity leave policies and workplace culture impact women’s career trajectories? #BCGX 

As we continue to celebrate women during this month I think it's important to highlight some of the challenges they have in the workplace all year round. Today, I wanted to dive into a topic that’s been on my mind lately: #emotionallabor. As professionals, we often talk about technical skills like coding, marketing strategies, or financial analysis, but what about the human-centered skills that require just as much, if not more, effort? Emotional labor refers to the invisible work of managing emotions, both ours and others’, in professional and personal settings. It’s about staying composed during tough meetings, offering support to colleagues, and maintaining a positive attitude even when faced with challenges. In my experience, emotional labor is crucial for building strong teams and fostering a positive work environment. It’s not always easy, and it can be draining, but it’s a skill worth honing. Often, the burden for this is on women in the workplace as the article from BBC News discusses. Here are a few tips I want to share so all of us can be more human-centered at work: ⭐️Self-awareness: Understand your own emotions and how they impact your work. Take time for self-care to recharge and stay resilient. ⭐️Empathy: Put yourself in others’ shoes to understand their perspectives and respond empathetically. ⭐️Communication: Be clear and transparent in your communication, especially when dealing with sensitive topics. ⭐️Boundaries: Know when to set boundaries to protect your emotional well-being. It’s okay to say no or ask for support when needed. Let’s continue to recognize and appreciate the emotional labor that goes into creating successful teams and workplaces. Share your thoughts and experiences below—I’d love to hear from you! #emotionalabor #humancentric #professionaldevelopment #growth #work #womenatwork #development

International Women's Day, it's crucial to remember that true impact lies not just in today but in our daily actions and interactions. At the heart of fostering an inclusive workplace is recognising the significance of everyday choices:   • Empowering our team to manage personal responsibilities, like attending a child’s school event, without the need for formal permissions. • Cultivating an environment where conversations about perimenopause and its effects are approached with openness and understanding. • Acknowledging caring responsibilities as a real and essential part of life that must be balanced with professional duties. • Engaging in honest discussions about workload and workplace accountability to ensure fairness and support.   The foundation for supporting women in the workplace is built on genuine flexibility and trust. These elements create a culture where individuals feel valued and understood, enabling them to bring their whole selves to work while effectively managing personal commitments.   As leaders and business owners, we face daily decisions that either advance this cause or detract from it. At Wisdom, we're committed to making choices that contribute positively, aiming to be a part of the solution rather than the problem. To the extraordinary and inspiring team of women I work with, thank you for your openness, honesty and grit!   #IWD #Equality #Leadership

𝐑𝐞𝐟𝐥𝐞𝐜𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐨𝐧 𝐚𝐧 𝐢𝐧𝐜𝐫𝐞𝐝𝐢𝐛𝐥𝐞 𝐖𝐨𝐦𝐞𝐧'𝐬 𝐇𝐢𝐬𝐭𝐨𝐫𝐲 𝐌𝐨𝐧𝐭𝐡 𝐰𝐞𝐛𝐢𝐧𝐚𝐫 𝐨𝐧 "𝐖𝐨𝐦𝐞𝐧 𝐢𝐧 𝐏𝐮𝐛𝐥𝐢𝐜 𝐇𝐞𝐚𝐥𝐭𝐡" hosted by Dr. Shroff's Charity Eye Hospital! We're thrilled by the overwhelming response and attendance we received, as well as the insightful messages and collaborations that have followed. A massive thank you to our esteemed panelists and the dedicated SCEH team for making it all possible. Here are some key takeaways from the enriching discussions: 𝐏𝐚𝐧𝐞𝐥 1: 𝐃𝐨 𝐠𝐞𝐧𝐝𝐞𝐫 𝐠𝐚𝐩𝐬 𝐢𝐧 𝐩𝐮𝐛𝐥𝐢𝐜 𝐡𝐞𝐚𝐥𝐭𝐡 𝐨𝐫𝐠𝐚𝐧𝐢𝐬𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐬 𝐩𝐥𝐚𝐲 𝐚 𝐫𝐨𝐥𝐞 𝐢𝐧 𝐝𝐢𝐥𝐮𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐢𝐦𝐩𝐚𝐜𝐭 𝐨𝐟 𝐰𝐨𝐦𝐞𝐧 𝐨𝐧 𝐡𝐞𝐚𝐥𝐭𝐡 𝐬𝐲𝐬𝐭𝐞𝐦𝐬? Role Models and Mentors: They come in all forms, not just senior positions. Let's recognize and appreciate the partners and collaborators who inspire us daily. 𝐂𝐫𝐞𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐈𝐧𝐜𝐥𝐮𝐬𝐢𝐯𝐞 𝐎𝐫𝐠𝐚𝐧𝐢𝐳𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐚𝐥 𝐂𝐮𝐥𝐭𝐮𝐫𝐞𝐬: Policies must consciously promote diversity and inclusion. Let's move away from all-male panels and ensure the representation of diverse voices. 𝐁𝐮𝐢𝐥𝐝𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐚 𝐍𝐞𝐭𝐰𝐨𝐫𝐤 𝐨𝐟 𝐈𝐧𝐬𝐩𝐢𝐫𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐖𝐨𝐦𝐞𝐧: Start a list of female leaders and add to it through networking. Utilize this resource to ensure diverse representation in events and panels. 𝐄𝐦𝐩𝐨𝐰𝐞𝐫𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐖𝐨𝐦𝐞𝐧 𝐢𝐧 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐖𝐨𝐫𝐤𝐩𝐥𝐚𝐜𝐞: Encourage resilience, ambition, and confidence in women, while ensuring organizational structures support and represent them. 𝐏𝐚𝐧𝐞𝐥 2: What role do industry leaders and employers play in setting women up for success in a public health career? 𝐑𝐞𝐜𝐨𝐠𝐧𝐢𝐳𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐖𝐨𝐦𝐞𝐧'𝐬 𝐌𝐮𝐥𝐭𝐢𝐭𝐚𝐬𝐤𝐢𝐧𝐠: Women often juggle multiple tasks. Let's be mindful of workload distribution and support them accordingly. 𝐅𝐥𝐞𝐱𝐢𝐛𝐢𝐥𝐢𝐭𝐲 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐑𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐚𝐥 𝐄𝐱𝐩𝐞𝐜𝐭𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐬: Both men and women benefit from flexible workplaces with reasonable expectations. 𝐑𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐚𝐥𝐢𝐳𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐓𝐫𝐚𝐯𝐞𝐥 𝐄𝐱𝐩𝐞𝐜𝐭𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐬: In fields like public health, where travel is common, let's rationalize expectations to ensure fairness. 𝐆𝐞𝐧𝐝𝐞𝐫-𝐍𝐞𝐮𝐭𝐫𝐚𝐥 𝐌𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐨𝐫𝐬𝐡𝐢𝐩: While mentors are crucial, gender shouldn't determine their selection. SCEH team will continue to advocate and mentor Women in Public Health. To know more about our initiatives, visit our website www.scheh.net

💪✨ Celebrating Women at Work! ✨💪 Today, let’s shine a light on the incredible women who bring their passion, creativity, and strength to the workplace every day. Your contributions make a difference, and your hard work inspires others! But it’s not just about the hustle; women’s health is equally important to achieving success in our careers. Prioritizing self-care, mental well-being, and physical health empowers women to thrive both personally and professionally. Let’s support each other in creating a workplace culture that values health, encourages balance, and champions the amazing women who make it all happen! 🌸💼 How do you prioritize your health at work? Share your tips below! 👇❤️ #WomenAtWork #WomensHealth #HappyWorking #Empowerment

https://lnkd.in/g9WpPsB2 Today, as we honour International Women's Day, we want to shine a light on a message from our CEO, Jana Clyde, that resonates deeply with the essence of today. Jana's insights remind us that the journey towards an inclusive workplace is paved with our daily actions and decisions. From empowering team members to balance personal responsibilities without bureaucratic hurdles to fostering open conversations about perimenopause, Wisdom is setting a standard for workplace culture aligned to our values. #iwd2024 #wisdomlearning

What is a truly inclusive workplace for women be like ? 1. Where women are represented equally across all the teams and positions. 2. Where women are encouraged to perform best and their ideas being respected & valued. 3. Where women feel safe and immediate actions are taken in cases of harassments. 4. Where women represent equally in senior leadership and CXO positions. 5. Where women can safely work irrespective of the time and location of their work. 6. A woman passes through various phases in her life. So workshops and events regarding women's health & well being are necessary. 7. Where men become more empathetic and supportive to their female coworkers.

Timed for International Women’s Day, “Turn the Temp to 23” shines a spotlight on how office temperatures have traditionally left women in the cold by being set to a 1960s standard—when far fewer women were in the office—of a 150-lb, 40-year-old man. The result is that 76% of women report their office as too cold, and frequently wrap themselves in blankets or wear multiple layers for comfort. Studies have shown that cooler working temperatures can decrease women’s productivity and cognitive performance, factors that can ultimately impede their career progression. https://lnkd.in/gH_isC34 #iwd2024

Latina women are often juggling more responsibilities at home with less flexibility at work, making it challenging to balance their professional and personal lives. This insightful article from Lean In examines the unique obstacles Latinas face, including a heavier load of housework and caregiving duties. The lack of flexibility in their jobs exacerbates these challenges, highlighting the need for more supportive and adaptable work environments. The article provides valuable insights into how workplace policies and practices can evolve to better support Latina women. By recognizing and addressing these issues, we can create a more equitable and supportive work environment that allows Latinas to thrive both professionally and personally. We'd love to hear your thoughts on this topic! How can workplaces better support Latina women in balancing their professional and personal responsibilities? Share your insights in the comments below! 💬👇