BY: Evelyn Summerville CAREER There’s an African proverb that I often refer to in my coaching practice: “If you want to go fast, go alone. If you want to go far, go together.” Women in leadership are periodically choosing between the two, going alone or going together. Sometimes it’s a choice, not for selfish motives, but […]
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BY: Stephanie Hancock CAREER Opportunity within organizations does not move randomly. It flows through relationships, trust and influence. Learn about the real currency in leadership and how it can be used to build intentional growth. Opportunity flows through sponsorship. While mentorship has long been emphasized in leadership development, research shows sponsorship plays a more direct
By: Dr. Lisa J. Lindsay Wicker There are conferences people attend. And then there are experiences that stay with you long after the final applause . . . creating moments that challenge leaders to think bigger, lead differently, and recommit themselves to building opportunity for others. The 12th National Career Mastered Women’s Leadership &
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By Lisa Nichols Career Any executive leader will tell you that they have reached their success in part due to the relationships they’ve developed throughout their career. Performance and abilities are essential to securing a leadership position, but without key connections, they will only take you so far. For women in the corporate sector, knowing
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BY: Nicole Hudson Career Here’s the thing about personal branding that most people get wrong: it’s not about self-promotion. The leaders who actually stand out aren’t just focused on their own visibility. They’re known for helping others succeed. When you build a reputation for opening doors and creating real opportunities, your brand takes care of itself.
BY: Elissa Mahendra Shelley Zalis on language, leadership, AI, and why care is the ultimate performance lever. When the future of work is being discussed at scale, the Consumer Electronics Show (CES) is where those conversations surface, and Shelley Zalis, Founder and CEO of The Female Quotient, is at the center. The energy at CES is electric.
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BY: Haseena Shaheed-Jackson Do you have confidence in what cannot be seen? Are you able to put your trust in a vision that guides your decisions, steadies your steps, and gives you the courage to move forward even when the path isn’t clear? This is the definition of faith. Faith isn’t passive hope. It is active
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BY: Nicole Hudson Women have always been told to “find their voice.” It’s well-intentioned advice, but it misses the mark. The most influential women in history didn’t simply find their voices. They reframed the entire conversation. They walked into rooms where the narrative had already been written and rewrote it. That’s not just communication. That’s leadership.
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BY: Kayvonna K. Stigall In a world where gender equity remains a work in progress, a growing number of men are using their influence to open doors, amplify voices, and redefine what leadership looks like in the boardroom. These allies recognize that empowering women isn’t just an act of fairness — it’s a strategic advantage
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BY: Katelyn Owen, MSW Here at Career Mastered Magazine, we love celebrating women making moves in their careers. According to data collected from the Women Business Collaborative, this past year there have been nearly 500 women appointed to serve on public boards. These women are trailblazers from all different walks of life, who have fought
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In boardrooms across the country, women are proving that their perspectives aren’t just valuable—they’re essential. They guide companies through disruption, innovation, and complex decision-making with insight that transforms organizations. Few embody this as powerfully as Sonita Lontoh, an experienced board director, strategic advisor, and former Fortune 100 technology executive. Sonita’s path to the boardroom wasn’t
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For KaTonya Jones, MBA, Executive Director of the Embassy Community Development Corporation (ECDC), leadership begins with compassion. Every decision, every board meeting, and every initiative she touches circles back to one guiding truth: people matter most. “I’ve witnessed families who simply needed housing, food, or hope to keep going,” she reflects. “I realized the decisions
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A conversation with Michelle L. Taylor, Vice President, Supply Chain at NiSource and independent board director for Griffon Corporation. More women leaders are entering corporate boardrooms with deep operational experience and enterprise fluency. Michelle L. Taylor is one of those leaders. She serves as Vice President, Supply Chain at NiSource and is an independent board
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By: Dr. Sabrina Jackson In the landscape of career development, we often look toward traditional avenues for growth: promotions, new certifications, or lateral moves to different industries. Yet, one of the most powerful and frequently overlooked catalysts for professional and personal advancement is service on a nonprofit board. Too often seen simply as a volunteer
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By: Career Mastered Staff As more women prepare for corporate, private, and nonprofit board leadership, several organizations are opening doors through education, networking, and advocacy. Whether you’re just beginning your board journey or seeking your next seat, these resources can help you chart your path. 1. National Association of Corporate Directors (NACD) A membership
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BY: Lisa Nichols For many executives, the next step in their leadership journey involves serving on a board of directors. Yet many are unsure of how to land the coveted position. Before seeking a role on a board of directors, it’s important to have a clear understanding of what a board does and how it’s
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BY: Stephanie Hancock Corporate boards play a critical role in shaping the future of organizations. Their mission extends beyond quarterly results; they monitor company performance, advise the CEO, and connect businesses with the broader world. A typical board is composed of about 12 seats, and while many directors are current or former CEOs, that is
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By: Haseena Shaheed-Jackson The landscape of global corporate governance experienced a transformative shift from 2003 to 2024. Countries worldwide implemented bold initiatives to advance board diversity and break the glass ceiling that were keeping women from leadership roles. Globally from the period 2018 to 2024, the number of companies that have a woman on the
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By: Lisa J. Wicker HOLD YOURSELF ACCOUNTABLE FOR THE VICTORY Whether your goal is to land a better job, lose weight, finish your degree, or finally become debt-free, there will always be obstacles. Life has a way of testing your determination. Over the years, I’ve learned a defining truth: the difference between those who achieve
BY: Dr. Lisa Wicker At Career Mastered, we know women who lead. You’ve earned the titles, navigated the boardrooms, and changed the game at every level. But now, a powerful shift is happening. More women—like you—are boldly stepping away from corporate life to build businesses that reflect their purpose, creativity, and vision. This isn’t about
BY: Career Mastered Editorial Staff Did you know? In 2024, an estimated 1,800 new businesses were started each day by women in the United States—bringing the total number of women-owned businesses to over 13 million, which represents approximately 42% of all U.S. businesses. Keep your eye on these entrepreneurial champions who make success look effortless.
The Career Mastered Female Entrepreneur Mastering Iconic. Presence. Power. BY: Career Mastered Editor In today’s dynamic business landscape, leadership is no longer defined by titles alone. It is defined by the presence a woman carries into every room, the influence she exudes, and the distinction that sets her apart from the rest. For the
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10 Challenges & Triumphs for Women Business Owners BY: DR. SABRINA JACKSON Women entrepreneurs are an unstoppable force. From the corner office to the kitchen table, women are launching businesses, solving problems, and building legacies in record numbers. However, despite the progress, as a woman in business myself and coach to countless powerhouse female leaders,
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By: Dr. Lisa J. Lindsay Wicker In today’s competitive workplace, talent alone isn’t always enough to rise through the ranks. What distinguishes a professional in a crowded workplace isn’t just performance—it’s presence. At the heart of that presence is your personal brand. During this year’s Career Mastered “Brunch with the Masters, we honored the women
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By: Hasten Shaheed-Jackson The American workplace is undergoing a transformation. The American Dream was building careers through company loyalty that entailed a steady climb up the corporate ladder. Employees were dedicated and committed to serving 30+ years at a single company with the promise of a comfortable retirement. There is a shift in the dream.
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By: Krystin Morgan Today’s job market is unlike any other in recent history— mass layoffs in some industries, staffing shortages in others, major shifts in the availability of remote work, and the introduction of AI impacting practically every industry. It’s clear that the same old job-hunting process needs an upgrade. But what does work today?
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BY: Nicole Hudson In the world of executive leadership, decisiveness is essential. Yet even accomplished women leaders can struggle with indecision or risk their credibility by frequently reversing decisions. That’s why today, I’m sharing strategies to help you win the battle of indecisiveness so you can be a more effective leader and make tough decisions
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According to the latest report from McKinsey & Company, women hold just 29% of C-suite positions in publicly traded companies. While that number may seem discouraging at first glance, let it empower you instead. Because just like securing a coveted reservation at an exclusive brunch spot, rising to the executive ranks requires intention, preparation, and
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BY: Marci Bryant Have you ever been in the presence of someone with an undeniable magnetism and wondered how they got that “it” factor? It’s almost like magic how their energy can inadvertently shift a room. Whether it’s a presentation, meeting, networking event, or pitching competition –there’s always something about them that makes them stand
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BY: Evelyn Summerville Most will agree that leadership effectiveness is directly connected to organizational success. Leaders cast vision, set goals and shape culture —all critical drivers in productivity and employee engagement. In a world where team members look to their leaders for inspiration and appreciation, supervisors and executives can no longer depend on their position
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In every workplace, whether corporate, nonprofit, entrepreneurial, governmental, or faith-based, there’s an invisible game happening: office politics. It’s not listed in the employee handbook, but it shapes who gets promoted, who gets heard, and who gets left behind. Office politics refers to the strategies individuals use—consciously or unconsciously—to gain advantage and influence in a professional
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BY: Lee McCalla The digital landscape has completely transformed modern-day networking. Nowadays, if you want to network, you need a social media profile. Some sites, like LinkedIn, were created for the sole purpose of professional networking. Employers and employees congregate on the site to post job opportunities, find job opportunities, and discuss industry insights and
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