From negotiating your first pay rise to climbing the corporate ladder, we share tips for women who want to succeed in the workplace.
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Representation in Australia: Which industries and fields have seen growth for women?
Staff Writer | June 3, 2023
With the increasing number of women now having access to higher education, career prospects have significantly opened for them.
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How to stop being a people pleaser in 3 simple steps
Guest Writer | May 24, 2023
If you’re a people pleaser, you become a magnet for other people’s priorities at the detriment of your own. Here's how to break the habit.
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Two thirds of Australian authors are women, but they earn just $18,200 a year from writing
The Conversation | May 17, 2023
While author incomes have (very slightly) grown, they remain perilously low – making it hard to find time to write.
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Why switching off from work is key to boosting your productivity
Guest Writer | May 12, 2023
Taking the time to ‘switch off’ is critical to work performance and in being better humans for ourselves and those around us, writes Roxanne Calder.
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5 signs it’s time to quit your job (and how to do it gracefully)
Guest Writer | April 21, 2023
How do you know when it’s time to quit? These are the five warning signs that it is likely time to move on to a new job.
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Are you paying a ‘loyalty tax’ at work? Here’s what it’s costing you
Emma Lennon | April 19, 2023
Loyalty tax can take many forms, including lower salaries, fewer promotions, and reduced access to training and development programs.
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Australian women mostly working in same jobs since 1980s
The Conversation | April 14, 2023
While women are participating in the paid workforce more than ever, they continue to work in the same jobs they've have always had.
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How online note-sharing communities at universities are empowering the next female leaders
Staff Writer | March 31, 2023
Digital note-taking platforms have risen to meet increasing demands for convenience and collaboration. Here's how it's helping women.
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How to negotiate flexible working arrangements
Guest Writer | March 29, 2023
If you want more flexible working arrangements, here is a plan of action to help you negotiate with your employer.