Running Fairygodboss, I hear a lot of opinions about what women should do in order to be successful.
Most of it is amazingly helpful and thoughtful. But sometimes, I hear things that are well-intentioned but worrisome (and potentially misleading) in …
Corporate America was designed with men in mind—and has been stubbornly and agonizingly slow to change. While we’re past the days of near-complete exclusion of women from the corporate sphere and leadership roles, the fact remains that corporate America continues …
Male college student in wheelchair at library. Photo courtesy of Shutterstock.
Many, very capable, students happen to have a disability. I have heard reports from students that the services they receive in college are helpful and adequate while others report …
The name Ariana DeBose is often flanked by the words “triple threat.” And Hamilton choreographer Andy Blankenbuehler has said that in an industry where not all triple threats live up to the label, DeBose is truly “a principal dancer. And …
On March 14 of this year, people across the U.S. will mark Equal Pay Day, the symbolic day each calendar year when a woman’s earnings “catch up” to a man’s earnings from the previous year. Because white women on average …
This month marks the 47th year since the official declaration of Black History Month, when communities across the country celebrate the myriad contributions of Black Americans.
As part of this celebration, there are many organizations whose goal is to support …
Illustration by Marian Blair
The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) became law in 1990, prohibiting discrimination against people with disabilities in all areas of public life. While this landmark piece of legislation initiated significant steps to make the country more …
While we now use online job boards and Zoom meetings in place of classified ads and formal handshakes, one thing remains the same: A good resume can speak volumes about you, before you even open your mouth. Your resume is …
For a growing number of individuals publicly identifying as non-binary, the job search and application process can be filled with a lot of unknowns. In addition to preparing for interview questions and wondering if you’ll connect with the hiring manager, …
