Rakia Finley

The #metaverse is 'bogged down by many long-standing corporate issues, including a lack of #diversity," says @paperaltanews with @EBNbenefitnews. The issue? Lack of representation. #WomenInTech benefitnews.com/news/why-the-m…

.@5xminority with @ForbesTechCncl reminds us the power of perseverance from women will aid in closing the #GenderGap we notice today in the #TechIndustry. Empower those around you, by learning to #advocate for yourself. forbes.com/sites/forbeste…

.@catherinebroy with @ForbesCoaches highlights the numerous benefits that #digitalization can have for a business. It can introduce new business models and #revenue streams and foster new connections. #DigitalTransformation forbes.com/sites/forbesco…

Angelic Gibson with @ForbesTechCncl states, "Aligning people and technology can keep #DigitalTransformation efforts on track..." This is achievable through implementing #DigitalTools and identifying necessary #reskilling training. forbes.com/sites/forbeste…

.@MichaelHinshaw shares valuable insight that the #CustomerExperience has quickly become a vital part of business #operations. When developing a #BusinessTransformation, consider the needs of the consumer first.

Women are scoring higher in #LeadershipSkills, according to @HarvardBiz, so why haven't we noticed more women promoted to #leaders within their organizations? Lack of recognition or lack of desire?

John Kell with @FortuneMagazine notes that honest #OrganizationalValues are revealed when they are no longer pressured to honor their #DEI commitments. DEI is about creating an #inclusive environment consistently. fortune.com/2023/04/17/mod…

Successful and #TransformationalLeadership comes from a place of #authenticity, says @RexLeadership. As a #leader, define your unique values and traits, and focus on the ones that make you a better leader. forbes.com/sites/johnrex/…

April 27th is Girls in ICT Day, a day to drive more women into the #TechIndustry. @zsilverdefender shares ways in which women are tackling real-world challenges through #TechnologicalInnovation. #ICTDay forbes.com/sites/forbesbu…

If #leadership is about efficiency, then as @VSB_Dean asks, why haven't we replaced #leaders with robots? The reason is that leadership is about making a meaningful connection that influences positive changes. #LeadershipDevelopment forbes.com/sites/joyceear…

.@VentureBeat highlights the importance of reinventing #recruitment strategies and looking for #TechTalent elsewhere over traditional pathways. All to narrow the #DiversityGap and hold themselves publicly accountable. venturebeat.com/programming-de…

.@techrepublic highlights three stories about closing the #GenderGap in the #TechIndustry. Some of the biggest issues lie at the #leadership level, such as unfair bias, lack of transparency, or lack of representation. techrepublic.com/article/women-…

.@ForbesTechCncl highlights that the #TechIndustry has struggled with diversity and inclusion for some time. These #TechProfessionals recommend #advocation and #ContinuousLearning to aid in changing this narrative. forbes.com/sites/forbeste…

As @TechCrunch shares, funding for women is still drastically low. Despite the #innovation and impactful change #WomenInTech bring, the support is missing. #BuildTechnology

Change in the workplace can be difficult to manage, as @AnnaOrmiston notes. But through the values of #TransformationalLeadership, leaders can rely on effective #communication skills to embrace this necessary change. #TeamBuilding

.@TamaraMcCleary shares a @fastcompany article centralized around putting more women in #leadership roles. An even playing field for #WomenInSTEM is within reach with the right advocation and representation. #WomenInTech

.@Forbes reminds us that with a #BusinessTransformation, it's critical to keep the big picture in mind, so when building a #team that will bring you success, consider experiences, #communication tactics, and personal goals. forbes.com/sites/forbesbo…

#Allyship is a great way to support the #WomenInTech around you shares @GirlsWhoCode. Start with your #CompanyCulture and build the foundations of inclusivity into the framework.

@CareyGoryl Impactful leadership is all about sharing success and knowledge so that everyone can benefit, @CareyGoryl. No matter how small these experiences may be.

@ReeInspired Outstanding advice for all leaders, @ReeInspired. Stick to your values and what made you a successful leader in the first place.

Note to self: As you step into a #leadership role (or grow deeper into one), there will be people who’ll resist you. It’s ok. It’s going to take some people time to get used to the change. Just stay focused, lead with grace, and be helpful. #LeadershipDevelopment