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AI can empower women & increase work-life balance, says Microsoft director
Generative AI

AI can empower women & increase work-life balance, says Microsoft director

Artificial Intelligence (AI) could tackle female workplace challenges like burnout, and lack of professional development, according to Microsoft NZ's Emma Barrett.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Mon, 11th Mar 2024
IWD 2024: DEI dilemmas: Why rethinking inclusivity is crucial
International Women's Day

IWD 2024: DEI dilemmas: Why rethinking inclusivity is crucial

On IWD 2024, addressing substantial gender pay gaps and shrinking DEI teams challenge the effectiveness of current strategies, demanding a strategic shift towards genuine inclusivity.

By Lauren Ryder • 4 min read • Sat, 9th Mar 2024
IWD 2024: The demand for more women in tech deepens
Unified Communications

IWD 2024: The demand for more women in tech deepens

IWD 2024 hails the call for more women in the technology sector as the industry diversifies women's communication skills, empathy and creative problem-solving abilities.

By Libby Shade • 5 min read • Fri, 8th Mar 2024
IWD 2024: The neuroscience behind storytelling
Marketing Technologies

IWD 2024: The neuroscience behind storytelling

Exploring cognitive empathy, storytelling and the need for greater female representation in technology, with a focus on the unique skills women bring to the industry.

By Olivia Wagner • 3 min read • Fri, 8th Mar 2024
IWD 2024: Harmony & flexibility: A blueprint for female leadership in fintech
EduTech

IWD 2024: Harmony & flexibility: A blueprint for female leadership in fintech

Amid a growing need for work-life balance, female leaders in fintech are ushering in a new approach, centred on harmony and flexibility, leading to more sustainable, inclusive, and creative workplaces.

By Sumedha Dutta • 6 min read • Thu, 7th Mar 2024
IWD 2024: Embracing women's leadership by harnessing her unique strengths
Leadership

IWD 2024: Embracing women's leadership by harnessing her unique strengths

Tech firms recognise women's unique strengths in leadership, including empathetic communication and resilience, promoting a more equitable future.

By Priyanka Kamdar • 3 min read • Thu, 7th Mar 2024
IWD 2024: Why Female Technology Leaders Should Embrace a 'Yes, And' Mindset
International Women's Day

IWD 2024: Why Female Technology Leaders Should Embrace a 'Yes, And' Mindset

The 'Yes, And' view challenges female tech leaders to embrace their multidimensional identities, celebrating professional success while nurturing personal endeavours.

By Jamessina Hille • 3 min read • Thu, 7th Mar 2024
IWD 2024: 'Beyond the gloss' of product and design
EduTech

IWD 2024: 'Beyond the gloss' of product and design

Bonzai's Director of Product and Design advocates understanding user needs, strategic product planning, and patience on IWD 2024, urging appreciation 'beyond the gloss'.

By Pooja Kulkarni • 3 min read • Thu, 7th Mar 2024
IWD 2024: Psychological safety - Inspiring empowerment and inclusion for women in tech
Leadership

IWD 2024: Psychological safety - Inspiring empowerment and inclusion for women in tech

In celebration of IWD 2024, ThoughtWorks shares insights on the vital role of psychological safety in empowering women and bolstering inclusion within the technology sector.

By Manpreet Kaur • 4 min read • Thu, 7th Mar 2024
IWD 2024: Championing inclusivity and empowering women in technology leadership
Leadership

IWD 2024: Championing inclusivity and empowering women in technology leadership

GRG leader highlights commitment to inclusivity and progress on International Women's Day, underlining the critical role of mothers returning to the tech industry workforce.

By Jacqueline Balsamo • 4 min read • Thu, 7th Mar 2024
IWD 2024: Can AI be the way in for women to lead this AI era?
Artificial Intelligence

IWD 2024: Can AI be the way in for women to lead this AI era?

The increasing democratisation of AI presents unique opportunities for women to lead in the rapidly expanding AI era, levelling the tech playing field.

By Marie-Céline Merret Wirström • 4 min read • Thu, 7th Mar 2024
IWD 2024: Empathy makes us great at business but the ability to plan may be what gives women in tech the edge
Data Analytics

IWD 2024: Empathy makes us great at business but the ability to plan may be what gives women in tech the edge

Women's natural aptitude for multi-tasking and planning is giving them the edge in tech industries, fostering holistic business approaches.

By Kathleen Hartigan • 3 min read • Thu, 7th Mar 2024
IWD 2024: Advice for women seeking and building a career in cybersecurity
Cybersecurity

IWD 2024: Advice for women seeking and building a career in cybersecurity

On International Women's Day 2024, industry veteran encourages women to confidently pursue cybersecurity careers, dispelling fears and underlining the sector's need for diverse skill sets and perspectives.

By Louise Hanna • 4 min read • Thu, 7th Mar 2024
IWD 2024: Why the human element makes all the difference
Marketing Technologies

IWD 2024: Why the human element makes all the difference

In the unrelenting world of IT, the overlooked human element—understanding and connecting with the people behind the screens—often proves to be the key to sustained success.

By Amy Hasty • 4 min read • Thu, 7th Mar 2024

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IWD 2024: Embracing empathetic leadership as key to greater gender diversity
Unified Communications

IWD 2024: Embracing empathetic leadership as key to greater gender diversity

Amidst ongoing gender disparities, International Women's Day 2024 turns spotlight on empathetic leadership as key to driving gender diversity and fostering inclusivity in the corporate world.

By Felicia Er • 4 min read • Thu, 7th Mar 2024
How Agile prospers under TEAL management structures
Unified Communications

How Agile prospers under TEAL management structures

Amidst organisational failures to successfully apply agile, the TEAL management philosophy shows promise in fully realising agile's potential, by prioritising adaptability, empowerment and self-governance in teams.

By Richard Hilsley • 4 min read • Sat, 10th Feb 2024
From pixels to playgrounds: the urgent need for balance in our children's digital lives
EduTech

From pixels to playgrounds: the urgent need for balance in our children's digital lives

As children's lives become increasingly digitalised, health experts highlight the immediate need to balance screen-time with physical activity, combating sedentary habits and potential obesity risks.

By Carmen Dodds • 3 min read • Fri, 2nd Feb 2024