Welcoming Renee Aloisio, Corporate Trainer, Executive Coach, Professionalism Guru and iVoice Communication Guest Blogger.
Been watching lots of Netflix documentaries lately. Super impressed with the motivation, talent, and success of several individuals, J.Lo, Lady Gaga, Shania Twain, and the most recently watched Dolly Parton.
Whether or not you are a fan of these individuals, you’ve got to give them credit for their determination, tremendous devotion to developing and refining their talents, their business acumen, and fearless leadership.
I reflected on Dolly Parton discussing how she managed her business and controlled her intellectual property. She talked about how she agreed to be in the movie 9 to 5 provided she could write the theme song. I listened to the song which prompted me to watch the movie last week.
Although several exaggerated situations evolved, its satire on many of the challenges women faced were spot on. When the dynamic trio secretly took over the office operations, implementing workplace flexibility, job-share, on-site day care, equal pay, and a culture of camaraderie and psychological safety from mental, verbal, and physical harassment, productivity soared!
As I reflected on the important challenges brought to light in 1980, I wondered, how far have women advanced in 43 years?
Something to think about during Women’s History Month and beyond!
Women have made progress. However, psychological safety and advancing women to leadership remains a significant concern for employees, employers, our businesses, and communities.
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