The United States is the only high-income country in the world that does not have paid parental leave. Paid family leave (PFL) in the United States is a crucial workplace benefit that allows employees to take time off work with pay to care for family members or personal health conditions. Despite its importance, the U.S. […]
39 Million Working Women and Menopause: A Hidden Challenge in the U.S. Workforce
I kept having fevers. I couldn’t sleep. I was feeling totally unfocused. I thought it was just an extension of my restless shark-like tenancies, but after days of unrelenting symptoms, I decided I should see a doctor. Here’s how our conversation went: “It’s menopause.” “What? That’s not possible. I’m too young.” “Yes, it is. There […]
How Can We Create Organizational Cultures that Welcome Women Who Lean In?
Sheryl Sandberg’s new book Lean In urges women to take a seat at the table, raise our hands and use our voices. I completely agree. And I think there is a larger question to be asked: What are women leaning into? Organizations could hire the brightest and most experienced woman for their teams. Yet if the organizational culture isn’t […]
