by Anne Wilson | Aug 11, 2025 | Gender Equality
I recently read “Why Do So Many Incompetent Men Become Leaders? (and how to fix it)” by Tomas Chamorro-Premuzic. Here I summarise the key messages from the book, and share the author’s suggestions about what can be done to address this...
by Anne Wilson | Jul 14, 2025 | Gender Equality
How do you know whether the programmes or workshops your institution runs have an impact? Too many organisations squander resources on training programmes that tick boxes rather than change lives. Many take a ‘spray and pray’ approach, without fully...
by Anne Wilson | Mar 10, 2025 | Gender Equality
How can you edit out unnecessary apologies from your workplace interactions? Women in particular are conditioned to be people-pleasers and to avoid conflict. It can be hard to change these deeply ingrained habits. Here I offer alternative wording and share some...
by Anne Wilson | Nov 20, 2024 | Gender Equality
Two of my recent posts focused on bad managers and some of their appalling behaviours. I thought it timely to offer a counterpoint. Given how readily readers provided me with what bad management behaviour looks like, what does management look like when it’s done...
by Anne Wilson | Oct 28, 2024 | Careers Resources, Gender Equality
Application forms can be both frustrating and time-consuming to complete. In fact some universities are now starting to request a CV and cover letter without the requirement to spend hours on an often badly designed online form, which is good news. For those still...
by Anne Wilson | May 6, 2024 | Gender Equality
In my last post, I shared 7 ways LinkedIn has helped me to develop my profile and connections. One my LinkedIn connections is the fabulous Mel Stanley. Mel is currently writing a book and developing a practical toolkit, helping the next generation of female leaders...
