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Female leaders have played significant roles throughout history, but the church has not always been a place for developing, empowering, and supporting women in their leadership gifts. In this course, J.R. Briggs and Mandy Smith guide you through a deeper understanding of female leadership in the context of the church and how leaders can address some of the challenges that inhibit women from developing their leadership gifts:

The 2024 Women Lead Change conference knocked it out of the park this year. Key takeaways: 1) OWN your superpower (often something that came out of challenge when you were 5-10 years old and has also been your "too much" of "this" comment from others often enough); 2) Alone you may go fast but TOGETHER we will always ALL go FURTHER; 3) If you're fearing something, get curious, listen to your heart/mind/gut connections and get that thing into one of these buckets: a) You can control it; manage it (this is a small bucket); b) You can influence it (medium sized bucket, get curious); c) LET IT GO and empty that bucket! (It's your biggest bucket, don't let it suck your energy and LET IT GO.) #IWLC #womenempowerment #Superwoman #community #curiosityoverfear

WATTLE be the lasting impact of more women in university senior leadership? UNE academics have attended a Melbourne leadership retreat tailored to women working in this sector, describing it as transformative, rewarding and hopeful. Associate Professors Sarah Wayland, Clara Murray, Susie Hester, Erica Smith and Jennifer McDonell, along with Professor Birgit Loch, were among colleagues from 16 other Australian universities at the WATTLE (Women ATTaining LEadership) event. Find out about their experiences in the story via the comments. #WomenInLeadership #LeadershipStyles #SeniorLeadership #UNEpeople #WorkplaceWellbeing

As a guest on the Powerhouse Women podcast, I'm sharing: 1). The 4 P's of getting promoted in record time 2). The new ways to lead in the new frontier 3). How to daily work your mindset muscles to set improve your confidence to overcome any obstacles in your path 4). Asking for feedback 5). How I overcame my setbacks to rise into the ranks of a Fortune 100 firm... and so much more.

Yesterday the National Academy of Public Administration (NAPA) released a media advisory about hosting the 23rd annual Social Equity Leadership Conference with #UConnSPP this week. This year’s conference theme is “Achieving Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Access in an Increasingly Divided World.” Learn more on NAPA's website https://lnkd.in/ezG6PyZs #SELC24

Climbing the corporate ladder is still a challenge for women in Michigan public companies, but the rungs are getting closer together as more women achieve senior positions. Check out Inforum's 2024 Michigan Women’s Leadership Report, produced in collaboration with the Mike Ilitch School of Business at Wayne State University, to find out who’s new on corporate boards and trends in executive leadership. https://buff.ly/3uMt9r3

From 1972, when Katharine Graham of the Washington Post Co. became the first woman Fortune 500 CEO, it took until 2023 – more than 50 years – for women to reach an all-time high of 10.6% of Fortune 500 CEOs. That dismal statistic highlights the need for more women in all levels of leadership positions. Let’s not take 50 more years to reach the next 10%! How can you help? SUPPORT 2024 WLC and FWLE! Women-led leadership development programs propel women into new ways of thinking about leadership – expanding their possibilities, enhancing their leadership knowledge and skills, boosting their confidence, and igniting their ambition. Be a part of the movement!

An inspiring video featuring Stanzi Prell, the CEO of WiLL ALLIANCE™, discussing her incredible journey and the foundational moments that led to the creation of this visionary organization. If you're passionate about empowering women and accelerating gender parity in leadership, this is a must-watch! Hear how a simple panel discussion and a few pivotal questions about Women in Lean Leadership ignited a movement. Let’s make a difference, one story at a time!

🌍 Strengthening Leadership Through Diversity 🌍 Associations Now makes a compelling case for board diversity, highlighting its significance in today's organizational landscape. Diverse boards bring varied perspectives, richer decision-making, and a closer connection to the communities they serve. This article is a must-read for any organization striving for excellence through inclusivity. Credit to Associations Now for shedding light on this critical issue. Explore the benefits of board diversity: https://ow.ly/aMoN50QIQwv #BoardDiversity #StrategicLeadership #AssociationsNow