Why women in leadership roles ask for 25% less than men
Women are asking for lower pay than their male counterparts for identical senior roles, according to new research. Here’s why.
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Playing the gender card? The number one reason why women blame their gender for bias at work
There’s a reason why women pull out the gender card and blame their gender for holding them back by default.
The government’s stance on cyber bullying isn’t strong enough, just ask women in business
The Internet Safety Strategy was launched last year, aiming to make the UK the safest place in the world to be online amidst the growing international phenomenon of cyber bullying.
Business energy doesn’t need to be complicated
Choosing suppliers can be a confusing and daunting task, but Total Gas & Power’s fixed price gas and electricity products are designed to be simple and transparent – so you can get on with running your business.
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How many female-founded SMEs actually raise investment from British venture capitalists?
British Business Bank, Diversity VC and BVCA join forces to find out just how many female-founded SMEs have approached British VCs for funding, and how many have made the cut.
“Appalling gap” for women in film: Top producer speaks out about industry challenges and rewards
Kirsty Bell, CEO of Goldfinch Studios, shares her experience as a top producer, and the challenges for women in film and the gender gap in the industry.
“Dear employer…”: This campaign lets working mothers give nightmare bosses a piece of their mind
Dear Employer: A new campaign calls on women to frankly tell their ex-employer how they handled pregnancy, parental leave and returning back to work.
The in-balance preventing women from accessing finance needs changing, drastically
On International Women’s Day 2018, serial entrepreneur Jan Cavelle reflects on how to change the in-balance that stops women from accessing venture capital and angel investment.
Pip & Nut: From the Science Museum to international food brand founder
Pippa Murray quite literally puts the Pip in Pip & Nut, a healthy food brand that has achieved international growth after launching just three years ago, despite the fact she had no prior FMCG experience.
Beauty Boulevard: The micro business on everyone’s lips
Cosmetics have been around a long time, so standing out is tricky – even for large firms. However, this micro business has found its way onto everyone’s lips.
Black History Month: Sexism or racism? It’s hard to know as a black woman in business
“I would love to see the day when we don’t need a Black History Month because we are all recognised for our contribution,” says Brenda Gabriel, who has witnessed both racism and sexism in her career.
After unpleasant ordeals, this banker quit to chase business dream with Whoomies
Pressured for being a woman and inspired by her clients, this private banker quit to solve a problem she and many others faced when looking for roommates.
New IoD director general Stephen Martin balances old with new
While the Institute of Directors (IoD) has been around for 114 years, new director general Stephen Martin is not resting on the organisation’s laurels – and has big plans for a membership body reflecting modern trends.
