Women Network, Still Not Getting Ahead
August 18, 2010 by blackgirlgrown
Filed under professional development, work
Interesting study released suggesting that as women we have friends at work, but not the networks needed to get ahead in the workplace. The study, ‘With a Little Help From My Friends?’ Gender, Social Closure, and Network Support,” found that because women are typically in lower-status positions, they do not receive assistance that will help [...]
Three Tips To A “Good” Political Appointment
April 20, 2010 by guest blogger
Filed under obama, politics, work
1. Don’t Network…Make New Friends People hire people they can trust their name, money, and reputation. I have learned not to be a fan of the term “networking” because seems like a cold transaction. It’s like saying, “Good afternoon, lets start sleeping together” the first time you meet someone at a bar. People are more [...]

