We have just released the July Leadership issue of our Women in Business e-newsletter and have included some of the ways you have expanded your capabilities as leader. How have you expanded your capabilities as a leader? Please add... read more
People have long joined groups and associations to find the right tribe to network with. One of the joys of online networking is that you can be part of groups to which you may never have face-to-face access, but... read more
How many contacts do you need? Social networking behaviours can lead you to believe that the more followers (Twitter), friends (Facebook) and contacts (LinkedIn) you have the better you’re doing at the game and the more successful you’ll be.... read more
In most cities you can attend a breakfast, lunch or dinner networking event, most days of the week. There are definitely pros and cons to the type of event you attend so it’s important to be clear on what... read more
How many contacts do you need? Social networking behaviours can lead you to believe that the more followers (Twitter), friends (Facebook) and contacts (LinkedIn) you have the better you’re doing at the game and the more successful you’ll be.... read more
As the head of a networking organisation for women, you may think that I’d love networking events. Truth is, more often than not they have been a cause of frustration and a waste of time. Four reasons networking events... read more
As the head of a networking organisation for women, you may think that I’d love networking events. Truth is, more often than not they have been a cause of frustration and a waste of time. Four reasons networking events... read more
Maria Anderson, founder of Sustainable Business Services, grew up amidst a family business and has always been passionate about business. When she decided to start her own business in 2008, Maria knew that she had a good idea and... read more
If you’ve been watching others tweets on a Friday you may have noticed these tags: #FF #followfriday in a tweet, followed by a series of user names. Follow Friday is a great way to share with YOUR followers the... read more
“Being a part of the inaugural ABN mentoring program and using the webinar technology has been a pleasure and a privilege. At first I was unsure about not meeting my mentor and fellow mentorees face-to-face but this has not... read more
In 2004, international management consultancy McKinsey and Company commenced its McKinsey Leadership Project; to learn what drives and sustains successful female leaders. This article is based on McKinsey’s project report, CENTRED LEADERSHIP: How talented women thrive, published in September... read more
You have the title, a team that reports to you and a defined business purpose and responsibility. The business environment and competition is tough and you are looking at new ways to ensure continued growth and success. You spend... read more
