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Women feeling burned out, overwhelmed, and over-stretched, pressured to do more with less – less time, support, and resources -- is not a new phenomenon. It's been true since women entered the workforce more fully over 50 years ago. So why are our levels of emotional and mental stress and physical disease getting worse, not better? And why are the signs of stress showing up so much earlier in our

The impact of stress in the workplace has known consequences for both employers and employees alike. Rising healthcare costs, increased turnover, decreased productivity, anxiety, cardiac issues, irritability, and toxic work environments are just a few examples. Everyone feels the impact of stress at work in some way or form.Then we have first-line managers, who manage over 80% of the workforce and

Meet this Month's Member on the Move: Kayla Duncan!We are thrilled to shine the spotlight on Kayla Duncan, a Chapter Leader within our community, on being named one of The Peak’s 2026 Emerging Leaders in Finance & Investing.Recognized among a standout group of emerging leaders shaping the future of Canadian business and finance, this honor reflects Kayla’s decade of growth, leadership, and meaning

Gies College of Business at the University of Illinois is proud to partner with Ellevate in advancing opportunities for women in business. Gies shares a deep commitment to empowering female professionals at every stage of their careers. Ellevate’s mission to foster a strong, supportive community aligns closely with their focus on accessible, high-quality business education that removes barriers an

Every presentation should be built with the audience in mind. In order to do that, you need to be armed with some important information about them. Here are five key questions to ask of whoever invited you to speak.1) Who are they? Are they prospects? Clients? Peers? Management? A Board of Directors? One size does not fit all when it comes to presentations. Begin with the simple knowledge of whom

How Supporting Women's Wellness Can Increase Workplace Productivity, Morale, and Creativity. Despite the many advances made in recent years to promote gender equality in the workplace, women still face unique challenges in maintaining their health and well-being. From managing menstrual symptoms and beginning a family to caring for elderly parents or dealing with menopause, women's wellness needs

Quotes that Inspire You to Live the Life You Want “It is your life and it is worth risking everything to make it yours.” – Oprah“Don't fear death, fear the un-lived life.” ― Natalie Babbitt“Your life is a book; make it a bestseller.” ― Shanon Grey“I’m going to do what I want to do. I’m going to be who I really am. I’m going to figure out what that is.” – Emma Watson“Life is either a daring adventu

The Power of We: Quotes on the Power of CommunitySome words reach through the noise of everyday life and remind you of who you are — and who you're capable of being. Throughout history, women have faced doubt, defied expectations, and risen anyway. And in doing so, they've left behind words that continue to light the way for the rest of us. Whether you need a reminder of your own strength, a push

The Power of We: Quotes on the Power of Community“One of the marvelous things about community is that it enables us to welcome and help people in a way we couldn't as individuals.” – Jean Vanier“It’s so important to have a genuine human regard for the people who work for you. To be a person of integrity, fight for people when they aren’t in the room, and do what you say you’re going to do.” – Ara

Stand Out, Stand Tall: Quotes on the Power of Being UniqueNo matter what your differences are, you have to embrace them and be proud of the way you are.” - Jazz Jennings“Stop apologizing! It’s ok if your ideas are different, your goals are big - don’t be afraid of what others would say. You are skilled, capable, talented - you deserve to be a leader, and you are enough. Leaning in can be uncomfort

10 Insider Lessons for Surviving the Corporate World It took me years to comprehend and digest why people function so differently in the corporate world compared to where I was coming from. On one hand, the traits of having a vision, clarity of thought, being determined and ambitious, creative and innovative, helped me excel in my career, as they were highly valued in this competitive culture; on

You Are the Average of the Five People You Spend Time With It’s a harsh truth to hear, but the reality is that people do come and go at various stages of our lives, for many different reasons. Some "seasonal" friends make a lasting impact, some teach us a lesson, and some help us grow, evolve, and become better versions of ourselves. Motivational speaker Jim Rohn says that we are the average of th

Betrayed at Work? Here's How to Move Forward in Your Career. Betrayal of whatever kind is acutely painful and destabilizing whenever it happens in our lives. As I started to chronicle business and professional betrayal based on my various career experiences, it turned out I could not find a distinct definition anywhere, so I offer up my own:Professional betrayal: The unjust violation of a professi

Sorry Not Sorry: How to Stop Caring About What People ThinkWhat will people think? This question has single-handedly stopped many a destiny, aborted many a dream and reduced the lives of most to an existence well below their potential. For the longest time, it was also the crutch I kept leaning on to remain in my comfort zone.I grew up in Senegal, West Africa. Where I come from, you don’t just act

Meet this Month's Member on the Move: Emily Simcoke!We are thrilled to shine the spotlight on Emily Simcoke! Recently named a 2026 Forbes | SHOOK Best-In-State Women Wealth Advisor, Emily is recognized for delivering the highest standard of excellence to her clients in the wealth management industry.At SFP Wealth, Emily has become the kind of advisor who doesn't just serve her clients with skill a

The Numbers Behind the Firings: Women Are Leaving the Workforce The jobs report that cost BLS Commissioner Erika McEntarfer her job tells a troubling story — and it's one that directly affects our community. Since January, women ages 20 and over have left the workforce in significant numbers, while 44,000 men have entered it over the same period. The numbers mark a sharp reversal of recent trends