Interview with John Smith
Today’s post is the second of three excerpts from my interview with “John Smith.” John is a hugely successful participant in the Canadian securities industry and I thought his perspective on a variety...
View ArticleThe Opt Out Generation Wants Back In
A friend sent me the link to an article published in the New York Times in early August with the title “The Opt Out Generation Wants Back In.” When friends send me articles, I usually read them and...
View ArticleTaking YES for an answer
An article in the December issue of CAmagazine by Mary Teresa Bitti reminded me of the importance of being a skilled negotiator in both the workplace and life, in general. In brief, it offers a few key...
View ArticleThe Female Brain – An Asset or Barrier to Success in Business?
This was the title of an article in the January 2014 issue of the newsletter of Caliber Leadership Systems which is co-owned by Heather Hilliard and Anne Dranitsaris. I found myself referencing the...
View ArticleWomen Matter
Since 2007, McKinsey & Company has published Women Matter, a series which analyzes the state of diversity in the top management of corporations. In January 2014, they released Women Matter 2013...
View ArticleTaking Chances!!
Bev Morris is the proprietor of Churchill’s Fine Gourmet Gifts and so much more!! I am a member of her book club and so received the note she sent out to her BBC (best book club) friends. I asked for...
View ArticleInterview with Peter – Women and Men in the Corporate World – Different...
Today’s post is the first of three excerpts from my interview with “Peter” a very successful and senior lawyer at one of Canada’s major law firms. I was thrilled he agreed to be interviewed. I hope...
View ArticleInterview with Peter – Advice for Women
Today’s post is the second of three excerpts from my interview with “Peter” a very successful and senior lawyer at one of Canada’s major law firms. I was thrilled he agreed to be interviewed. I hope...
View ArticleInterview with Jane – Educational Background and Career History, Success and...
Today’s post is the first of five excerpts from my interview with “Jane” a successful women with a very unique position in the US government. I was happy she agreed to be interviewed and granted me...
View ArticleInterview with Jane – Advice for Women Working in Male Dominated Environments
I asked Jane whether she had any advice for women who are working in male dominated environments. Jane says: “I would say work your hardest and make sure you’re doing your homework coming into...
View ArticleInspired and Inspiring – Dr. James Orbinski
I serve on the board of Dignitas International with Dr. James Orbinski who was honoured this year by the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada who recently selected their 2016 national...
View ArticleA little help from my friends!!
Good morning!! I am working on a very special (and for me fun and exciting!!) new “Babes” project and I need a little help from my friends!! I am interested in hearing from women working on Bay...
View ArticleWhy We Need More Women in Capital Markets
The following post was written by Warren Thomson Sr EVP & CIO, Manulife and Chairman, Manulife Asset Management and posted by him on linkedin in response to my request for “A little help from my...
View ArticleForty and Other F-words: Mid-Life Musings on the Relevance of Feminism
The approach of some personal mile-markers has prompted me to think about feminism, equality, law and social change. And, I am more convinced than ever, as I approach my 40th birthday, that feminism...
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