Female Bosses

Is anyone in HR? I was curious after reading a different post on fishbowl, when filling out a job application, should one be hesitant to disclose that they have clinical depression and/or anxiety in t… more

I’m a S2 and a junior of mine (S1) has been badmouthing me to the entire team including some SMs for a while now. So far others are stood up for me (I think) but I’m going up for manager promotion nex… more

How do you actually move from a lead/assistant manager to a manager/director role? Better yet, how do you effective skip a level to manage people leaders?

I’m really struggling with the program I’m developing. I’m not passionate about it and I know the job is unpleasant (think, call center) for my employees. I have an internal struggle with getting exci… more

Any advice on how to build confidence and assertiveness?

Any recommendations for a great company and team to apply to? Currently unhappy in my current male dominated role and looking to switch. I have some ptsd as my previous roles haven’t had the best team… more

I’m about to start a new job. The hiring manager has reached out a few times to check-in which I appreciate and think it’s a good sign. I’ve addressed a couple questions already but what would you mak… more

The “joke” I’ve been here X number of years or I have X number of years experience but I started when I was 5. Is NOT funny. For the love of god please stop. Rant over. Thanks 😅

Does anyone else work in the same business as there partner?? And how have you felt with your partner being perform managed out. I'm torn between my career and being a supportive partner.

I’m a team lead and struggling. I’ve been completely slammed with my own work and allll the meetings that go into stakeholder alignment and being part of various initiatives lately that I feel like I … more

I would love to learn how to gain confidence and transmit it when speaking at work. I have always been a confident person, but I find that often as a woman I have less credibility. Any advise?

Hi All, I am looking to level up my skills by applying for a six sigma institute, instead of going for my MBA or MHA. Can anyone recommend any Six Sigma Programs?

I recently hired a Coordinator who is having a lot of trouble managing their workload. I've given them explicit feedback multiple times that they need to work on all of their activities so we can … more

I applied for a company SIHO and received my offer letter and the next day was told they were retracting my offer and didn’t think it would be a good fit without explanation and me giving my notice to… more

Asking here because only fellow women would understand. For those that have PMDD, how do you manage on your worst days? Most of the time I can manage it, but sometimes the depression and anxiety is so… more

I asked someone higher in the company to be my mentor. The last two times, I came with an agenda. Yet, the topic quickly swerves towards my perception of a co-worker, another mentee.

Before I go looking for another me… more

I am asking every successful woman this. I have been stuck as a technician/technologist for 15 years 🤯. I just interviewed for a pseudo management role and was turned down. My resume includes two yea… more

No tells you that your hormones will go completely wack in your 20s and you just put on weight in weird places. I have steadily gained a few pounds despite an overall healthy lifestyle and diet / no c… more

Is anyone around 60 years old looking for a job after being laid off and finding it really hard to get interviews or land a job?

I'm coming to the conclusion that I have a direct report who is seriously overpaid. What do I do? Have a chat? Fire them?

Details: I make $200k to oversee a large data analytics team. My two team l… more

I started an investment business with a friend and our dissolution agreement was we will buy each other out of our individual investments if we can't go any further.
Unfortunately, we fell out and she wi… more

Anyone here own and rent on air B&B? Looking at purchasing a condo near Walt Disney World. Management company charges 40% of profit and adds additional fees for maintenance, upgrades etc. How much… more

At work it’s wise to build rapport with your boss and colleagues but not overshare personal details that damage your professional reputation. I made a list of topics to keep to yourself in the office.… more

I am somewhat new to management and am having occasional imposter syndrome. There are days where I feel like I know exactly how to guide my team and have totally earned my promotion. However, there ar… more

I live in a very expensive state that offers low salaries. Have an offer from a company for 6 figures (unheard of around here at my age). Only downside is some of the products they make are sex toys. … more

Weight loss accountability group: Would anyone like to join a fitness and weight loss accountability group?

DM me or comment below and I’ll DM you.

Heading to LA for a long weekend of fun. I deserve it! Nervous though…

Hello! I am interested in a freelance/side hustle. I am based in Chicago. I have my MHA and am currently in healthcare consulting. I am interested in writing papers, research, or personal assistant r… more

I’ve been trying to land a job in Alberta Canada for the past 3 months and it’s becoming harder by the day. Can anyone help ?

I am interested in some day being on a board of directors. I am currently a senior director at a large tech consultancy. My specialty is design, and I do not have an MBA. I am under 40. What should I … more

What do you do to change jobs while changing career paths? How do you know what you are doing wrong? Currently a Principal looking to become a Director. My trajectory has taken several paths from UX D… more

I’m a 30 year old female who works in a male dominant industry. It’s manufacturing of car parts. I’m a lead and an inventory analyst. I’m often stuck doing everyone’s job. Yet when I need support they… more

Performance managing a peer?
Context: I have an assignment due each Friday. A manager from another support team has given me a resource (a peer) to tag in when I need help to understand the other side … more

Anyone want to add a 1099 income?