Play Fair: Why Women’s Earnings Peak and Gender Pay Gap Matter

New research from PayScale shows that women’s lifetime earnings peak at an earlier age than do men’s, and the gap never improves, setting up a lifetime of playing catch up that never pans out.

Turn The Page: 12 Books By Women, For Women You Must Read This Summer

Search online for “women’s leadership books,” and the first four books that pop up are by men. Search again with the keywords “women business books” and you get offers for dozens of daily bound planners. And does anyone really use those anymore? Sigh. So Take The Lead took the lead on

Numbers Tell The Story: Confronting Bias in Nonprofit Leadership

In 15 years, you can grow from being a pre-schooler to earning a masters degree. In 15 years, you can possibly pay off a mortgage. In 15 years, you can move from an intern to being a leader in your organization.

Chill Out: 7 Quick Steps You Can Take Now To De-Stress

Summer is approaching and possibly with it the promise of a well-needed vacation.

Align With STEM Stars: University Dean Paves Way For Women in Computer Science

Growing up the daughter of two lawyers, Carla Brodley, dean of Northeastern University’s Khoury College of Computer Sciences, says she rebelled against parental advice to be a math major.

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Ellevate To The Top: CEO Aims to Mentor Leaders and Change Culture

Her 1995 high school graduating class of 64 students in a small Southern New Jersey town and her close friendships in her Villanova University sorority may have led the way for Kristy Wallace to become CEO of Ellevate Network, a leading women’s business networking initiative with 150,000 members.

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When Giving Is More Than A Gesture: Founder Packs A Purpose

If it is better to give than to receive, then it is best to give a gift that has a social justice component.

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Daytripping: 4 Reasons You Need A Day Off To Be Your Best At Work

This summer you don’t have to plan an elaborate vacation abroad befitting an Instagram feed in order to reap the benefits of time off.

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Making Women Biz Owners Successful at Make City in Chicago: Hub For Entrepreneurs

Where can you find women business owners producing butter cookies, children’s clothing, hair care products, cold-pressed juice, booties for dogs, soap, fruit-flavored brandy and much more all in one center?