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One of the most powerful women on Wall Street makes a compelling case for gender diversity. In this Knowledge at Wharton conversation, Sallie Krawcheck offers frank and humorous advice on how to negotiate and network your way to the top. The former head of Smith Barney and Merrill Lynch is the owner and chair of Elevate Network a network dedicated to the economic engagement of women worldwide.
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The Business Case for Diverse Leadership
The CEO of Leading Women answers the question: “Why am I getting passed over?” Susan Colantuono discusses a leadership trait that you and many women may be missing. To close the gender gap at the top, Susan’s research shows women need to beef up their business, strategic, and financial acumen. It’s key for women to be able to articulate that they understand where their organization is headed and that they fit into the strategy to get there. Your ability to speak clearly about strategy will help you rise in the ranks.
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Susan Colantuono: The career advice you probably didn’t get
“We must change attitudes around the world.”
Watch Angelina Jolie Pitt at the Women in the World Summit deliver an impassioned plea for women in war torn regions. Angelina pledges her personal support to the women and girls in Iraq and Syria facing horrifying violence. And, calls on the world powers to step up saying crimes against women can no longer be secondary issues.
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Writer Susan Cain champions the talents of the shy and reserved.
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Susan Cain The Power of Introverts
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Academy Award acceptance speeches have long been used by Hollywood stars to raise awareness of favored causes. The much-deserving top actress honorees both seized the opportunity before a worldwide audience. A comparison of the performances of Julianne Moore and Patricia Arquette reveals a sharp contrast in technique.
Best supporting actress Patricia Arquette’s passion was palpable but her prose was problematic. The shout out for women’s equal rights garnered a fist pump from Meryl Streep and wild applause from the glittering crowd. But, her call to action would have been more effective if she hadn’t been so rushed and jumbled. See the video clip.
The 60 seconds before the cut off music played should have been enough time to say something but it wasn’t enough to say everything. Arquette hurriedly thanked colleagues and loved ones. The list of names on crumpled paper was followed by a plug for an organization that provides ecological sanitation in the developing world. Only then with the clock running out did she call for wage equality and equal rights for women.
The gender empowerment refrain may have appeared to be an afterthought if you hadn’t seen “Boyhood” the film Arquette was nominated for. She played a divorced mom who was raising two children while trying to pay the bills and put herself through college. A struggle faced by many real-life parents.
Julianne Moore’s turn in the spotlight was the performance of someone who has arrived. While slightly out of breath and with her eyes shining, Moore’s remarks were heartfelt and focused. With poise she acknowledged her sister nominees and remembered the names of the people she thanked.
The greater part of her brief stage time was used to praise the filmmakers of “Still Alice” for their depiction of a middle-aged wife and mother who realizes she has Alzheimer’s. Moore said the movie shines a light on the isolation and marginalization of people suffering from the disease. See the video clip.
Moore was able to articulate why so many of us love the movies. The best films address the everyday struggles, hopes, and fears of ticket buyers. In 2014, Hollywood brought the themes of crippling disease, racism, and sexuality identity to the big screen. Moore spoke to the power of the movies to help us feel seen and connected.
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Academy Award acceptance speeches have long been used by Hollywood stars to raise awareness of favored causes. The much-deserving top actress honorees both seized the opportunity before a worldwide audience. A comparison of the performances of Julianne Moore and Patricia Arquette reveals a sharp contrast in technique.
Best supporting actress Patricia Arquette’s passion was palpable but her prose was problematic. The shout out for women’s equal rights garnered a fist pump from Meryl Streep and wild applause from the glittering crowd. But, her call to action would have been more effective if she hadn’t been so rushed and jumbled. See the video clip.
The 60 seconds before the cut off music played should have been enough time to say something but it wasn’t enough to say everything. Arquette hurriedly thanked colleagues and loved ones. The list of names on crumpled paper was followed by a plug for an organization that provides ecological sanitation in the developing world. Only then with the clock running out did she call for wage equality and equal rights for women.
The gender empowerment refrain may have appeared to be an afterthought if you hadn’t seen “Boyhood” the film Arquette was nominated for. She played a divorced mom who was raising two children while trying to pay the bills and put herself through college. A struggle faced by many real-life parents.
Julianne Moore’s turn in the spotlight was the performance of someone who has arrived. While slightly out of breath and with her eyes shining, Moore’s remarks were heartfelt and focused. With poise she acknowledged her sister nominees and remembered the names of the people she thanked.
The greater part of her brief stage time was used to praise the filmmakers of “Still Alice” for their depiction of a middle-aged wife and mother who realizes she has Alzheimer’s. Moore said the movie shines a light on the isolation and marginalization of people suffering from the disease. See the video clip.
Moore was able to articulate why so many of us love the movies. The best films address the everyday struggles, hopes, and fears of ticket buyers. In 2014, Hollywood brought the themes of crippling disease, racism, and sexuality identity to the big screen. Moore spoke to the power of the movies to help us feel seen and connected.
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