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7 facts, fables & fabulous things about being a woman in mining & construction
Discover why mining & construction are great career options for women. 7 successful women bust myths & offer tips for success in these male-dominated fields.
Does your work have more impact and meaning than you know?
Find more meaning in your work by recognizing the human element in everything you do. Read about Bhavna Patel’s experience to learn more.
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How to have a Courageous Career
Rowena Solomons has taken a number of brave steps in her career, challenging herself to continually grow and learn. In her eight years at Zurich she has moved around the business and is excited about the future. Starting her career in insurance and then briefly...
COVID-19 illuminates the true essence of companies
Ericsson’s true colors have shone through in this crisis. ‘All hands to the pump’ is a common company saying, encapsulating the way their team pulls together with camaraderie and collaboration – especially when the going gets tough. Ericsson’s support for staff when...
Being Openly Gay and Leading the Way in the Workplace
Meet Chris Cockshaw, Vice President and Principal Project Manager for Mott Macdonald — a WORK180 Endorsed Employer. He’s also the leader of the company’s 'Advancing LGBT+' equality, diversity, and inclusion initiative for North and South America. He may be a busy man...
An Inspiring Interview with an LGBTQI+ Changemaker
Stephanie DeGazon says she has always felt confident being an open member of the LGBTQI+ community at work. But with so many barriers for others in her community, she refuses to let herself — or her employers — get comfortable with the current workplace. From keeping...
Going Beyond Policies to Protect LGBTQI+ Employees
Strong inclusion and diversity policies can play a vital role in making sure employees feel safe and confident in the workplace. But due to the numerous barriers that the LGBTQI+ community often face, HR teams must go beyond policies and procedures to ensure their...
How to Empower Transgender People in the Workplace
After several years of employment with Astellas US Technologies, Ellis Kiper recently decided to openly announce his transition. Today, Ellis generously shares this experience with WORK180 and reveals how companies can help LGBTQI+ employees feel safe, secure, and...
VMware: Taking Action for LGBTQI+ Employees
As an employer, do you know what your LGBTQI+ employees need from you to feel safe, secure, and supported in the workplace? For VMware’s Spokesperson and Senior Solutions Engineer, Lode Vermeiren, it’s all about taking action and showing a genuine commitment to...
How to Attract, Nurture, and Support LGBTQI+ Employees
From how companies can attract and nurture LGBTQI+ employees, to the special moment his Discover team made him feel truly supported, the interview is an insightful read for all employers and colleagues wanting to be true allies. Thanks, Chris! As one of WORK180’s...
SAP Stands Up for Diversity and Inclusion
Andy Rubinson is the Sr. Director of Product Strategy at SAP. He is also the Co-Lead of Pride@SAP North America, a chapter of the global employee network of more than 8,000 LGBTQIA+ and non-LGBTQIA+ employees. So how did Andy find time in his busy schedule to talk...