Female Bosses

Hi ladies! I am new to this bowl, so I’m not sure if this is the best way to ask this, but would any women here be open to networking as I work to continue building upon my leadership role? I’ve been … more

How to handle a stakeholder who has seemingly no trust in me? Context: I run CX QA. A large part of my role is interacting with stakeholders, but 1 in particular questions *everything* I do. Even thi… more

A new company started up where two of the founders were fired from my current company due to sexual assault at my job I. I want to warn other people applying but also understand that people may change… more

My new role has no WFH for the first 7 months, and I get painful periods. (Have one right now). How do you guys manage that ? Like obv my personality will be sluggish, I wouldn’t feel as social etc. I… more

Is there rule of thumb you like to follow that helps decipher when an issue goes from needing verbal training/coaching to written documentation/disciplinary action?

I’m attending my first business conference and I have a couple dilemmas, minor and not so minor.

(Minor dilemma) What handbag/clutch/purse do you recommend for a cell, notepad, business cards?

(Not so… more

When you get an “I’m gonna be out sick tomorrow” from an employee or assistant on a day you know will be crazy, stressful, or is just super important- How do you answer? This is always something I str… more

although women have a lot of positions of leadership. the high work demand by women to hustle and while lacking time for family and self. I thought that eventually mothers would find ways to change th… more

I have a boss that is extremely petty and doesn't want to budge when you have things outside of work that prevent you from going in whether it be unsafe driving conditions or vehicle problems. Its… more

I have a family member who says negative things regarding my weight. I am 5'1" and weigh 137lbs. I am not 120lbs as I used to be 10 years ago at age 15, but I really don't think being 137… more

Looking for some advice - I was let go in January, unemployment hasn’t been approved yet and I’m feeling anxious about finances. I have 7 years of experience in recruiting, 2 in business development, … more

How many times can you fail until you give up?

Transitioning out of education in which I held several roles outside the classroom. It feels like when people that haven’t been part of education read my resume, they are in disbelief that all of this… more

Is Internal Auditing or Compliance career better in term of work life balance, challenging situations, promotion, job demand, etc?

Are there any recommendations to help in a toxic environment at your company? I always try to come with my best attitude, but my colleagues have a negative vibe all the time that drains me . They see… more

I work at this company where I’m a manager but I’m not really part of the management team. My opinions are never requested and I’m never kept in the loop on anything. We don’t get raises or bonuses. T… more

Has anyone ever worked for a company that encouraged you to be proud of your period? I’m talking like menstruation time off and putting 🩸 as your status on whatever chat platform you use?

If a former employee asks you for a reference to maintain their PE you, as a female manger, accept that request. Not doing so is an asshole move.

I have a very challenging manager. My company is requiring an evolution of his department. This manager does not have the experience required to create the strategy for a true customer education progr… more

What is the best way to seek continuous feedback from supervisors , and how to respond when the feedback does seem wrong and manipulative.

I’m setting up a small business Los Angeles and need a CPA that knows how to deal with production companies. I have a handful of jobs in the hopper but I really want to make sure I’m paying out proper… more

Hi im working in audit and been in audit/accounting for two years now and looking to break into data analytics/data science. I have a CS bachelors and now im working on some courses to help me gain sk… more

Asking here bc I find the responses are always more thoughtful. My position has been eliminated. I'm being given the opportunity to create my own story about my departure. They keep asking for my … more

What is something you wish you knew early on in being a boss, advisor, mentor? Or what’s the best advice you have for a someone just starting to manage a team and lead others?

51, Assoc. Director of Sr. Level sales executives in the molecular diagnostics arena. 30 yrs. In sales and humbly acknowledge a blessed track record of above and beyond performance. Winning now more t… more

Hi guys, I just turned 27 yrs old and I’ve been thinking of quitting… I’ve been working since the day I graduate and ahh I just need to relieve this pressure… did this ever happened to you and what di… more

36 yrs old, kid free, fiance has two who are about to be teenagers in a few years. Current struggle: do I keep grinding and moving up the ladder or do I focus on the next role being a sustainable long-term fit fo… more

How is it viewed if I to contact the job poster/hiring manager and introduce myself when I’m interested in the job posted? Is it a negative thing to be like “hello, i wanted to introduce myself and ex… more

Is it okay to apply internally without a referral from someone in the organization?

I’m looking for recommendations for companies that pay well and possibly have remote/ work from home positions available. I have climbed the corporate ladder, and also helped start a business from scr… more

If anyone's company has any interest in lobbying in Kansas and/or consulting services (government affairs, business development, project management, advocacy events, recruiting, strategy, marketin… more

Are any of you ladies hesitant to climb the corporate ladder due to the added stress and responsibilities and lack of WLB the higher up you go? For those of you further along in your career, how has y… more

Ladies, have you come across a male co-worker who seems to resist taking any instruction from you? And questioned your decisions and moves? I didnt want to make it about gender but a few other females… more

I need to increase my income significantly. I’ve been doing part time, passive income for the past 15 years. Eperiemced with anything from marketing, recruiting, administrative, sales. Need to make a… more

Hi all! I am in need of some advice and not sure if I should post it here. I got offered a new job with an additional 20k in annual and more career growth. It seems like a great opportunity and I acce… more

Any words of layoffs in your firm? Based on who you know that has gone through the process, what is the exit package like with severance. Please share as this is valuable knowledge to our fishbowl com… more

I have 7 years of sales and interested in getting back into it. Looking for more Business Development /Partnership sales (more farming than hunting) roles. Ladies in sales, do you know of openings and… more

Seeking advice on how to handle a difficult stakeholder ( a more senior female leader ). I work in product and have 1 direct report who is a very strong designer. Her team has two designers, but rathe… more