PepTalkHer
The gender pay gap is hurting all of us - and it’s among the worst for women in infrastructure. PepTalkHer is on a mission to change that and help you get paid more and promoted faster.
Challenging 20 Years of Views on Female Negotiation Skills
A new study shows that women are no longer shying away from negotiations; in fact, they are negotiating their salaries more frequently than men.
Just One of the Guys? No.
The best thing to do to change stereotypes, policies, and perceptions of women in a male-dominated field is not to become one of the guys, but to work alongside the guys to educate, inform and guide.
Building a Repertoire of Communication Styles
Neither female-typical nor male-typical communication should be adopted wholesale, but rather individuals should develop a flexible repertoire of communication skills that allow them to adapt to different contexts.
Saying the Quiet Part Out Loud
If we won’t give men a pass for bad behavior, why should we give women?
Career Advancement Made Easy
Whatever your journey looks like, here are five key activities that will help alleviate the stressors associated with career advancement.
Dismantling “Drama-Free” Stereotypes
I have noticed a trending preference for having male children over female children because they are “less drama.” Hmmm.
In Quietness and Confidence
It takes a strong character and unwavering courage to live according to your values and principles, especially in a world that is constantly changing and challenging your beliefs.
When You Give Her a Chance You Make a Change
A strong work ethic and the right attitude are the most important qualities to look for.
Doing Differently, Epically
Two former educators are helping to change how the construction industry redefines and cultivates site / workplace culture.
Fault Line Junkie
Christina Tipp loves applying her geologic knowledge and expertise to a wide range of infrastructure projects that have a geologic component.
It's Called Show and Tell
It’s critical that you learn to share your successes in a way that gets you noticed and appreciated for your contributions.
The Day I Learned I Was Part of the Problem
If good men in leadership miss the small cues of daily interactions, you can see how gender bias remains unchanged.
Do "Men's Empowerment" Conferences Exist? I Think Not.
My biggest issue with the notion of empowerment is that it requires waiting for someone *in* power to give it to you. Who decided that power belonged to one single group?
We Don't Have To Be Friends
In many cases we are more concerned about being liked than being respected.
Getting Comfortable With the Uncomfortable
Public speaking can be tough — especially if it’s your first time and the room is full of guys.
Are You Failing Your Largest Workforce Generation?
Here are five Do’s and Don’ts for communicating with your team members between the ages of 27 and 42, or, as this group is commonly referred to – Millennials.