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Super insightful business insights and personal journey of the inspiring Leigh Thomas. 🔖 Bookmark for building teams, your career and being ready to pivot (or is that pirouette).

Get inspired with this conversation! We are all humans, having moments to shine, battles, and moments to stop and figure out what is coming, and that is the hardest. When life stops us, and you think, what's next? I'm in this chapter, and I realized that its not about chose something, its about look inside, work in your self-awareness, revisiting your experiences, decoding who you are now, in the present, and what you want to the future. It’s not simple, not easy. But I believe it builds a solid structure for your next stage. We are always in construction. #opentowork #lifelearningjourney #wisdom #humbleness

Call out to freelancers, writers, and those who have a story to share. Submit your ideas for commissioned articles for Women In Media Australia. 📝 Have a burning topic that's been missed? 🎯 Know a trailblazer or someone quietly revolutionizing the industry? 💡 Perhaps you possess a compelling story about your experiences with gender equality, overcoming career obstacles, or offering a fresh perspective on women and media. 💌 Submit your contributions now, and let's amplify the voices of women in media 🌐 #WomenInMedia #DiversityInMedia #ShareYourStory

Spending a week with the best creative, business and strategic minds from across Adland has been so inspiring. But it’s clear there’s still more that all of us can do to better serve the half of the population that accounts for 80% of all consumer purchase decisions. And to better serve men, too, in areas that are traditionally feminine-coded, like parenting and caring. 📈 More evidence was shared of the huge commercial upside of doing this, as well as the positive social impact for all of us, whatever our gender. So it’s really encouraging to see people starting to challenge the dominant ‘menemies’ mindset that creates such a barrier to these benefits. 💫 Gender equality is not a zero sum game. In work and in life, the evidence is clear that it benefits all of us. So what do we need to do? ⚡ More men could move from being passive ‘allies’, to becoming active agents of a change that works for them too - both in the way that we lead, and in the products, services and content we create. ⚡Women can help by really listening to men, and actively including them in our gender inclusion work, so together we can build a world that serves all of us better. ⚡And we can all keep striving to move beyond the fear, frustration, myths and misinformation of the currently-widening gender divides. It’s what I do in my day job, so drop me a DM if you’re interested in exploring how this can benefit your business, from product and service to leadership and culture. TheOthersAndMe.com I saw much of this positive action happening every day at the #WACLEmpowerCafe; in some of the best work showcased in the Cannes Lions International Festival of Creativity awards; and from those male leaders who attended the launch of the #WACLRepresentMePledge too. 🙏 Thank you all. And a massive thanks to the brilliant panellists I was honoured to share each platform with: Nishma Patel Robb 🪩⚡️ Becky Owen Chloe Davies Milka Privodanova Valentina Culatti Amy Cashman Elspeth I'Anson Sharon Lloyd Barnes Tia McPhee Sherrese Clarke Soares Barby K. Siegel Karen Stacey Lianre Robinson as well as the powerhouse that is Louise Watson 

Has the post pandemic move towards hybrid working helped or hindered gender equality in tech and what tools can help improve your teams’ mental health in a hybrid set up?🗣️   Join Ben Penrose, Former Director of GoPuff, Ocado, Tesco & Retail Partnerships Director from STRIQE Ltd., as he interviews Jacqueline Joel, Head of Customer and Digital Technology at Superdrug, at Retail CIO Connect 2024. They will be discussing assumptions and research around gender equality, the ability to create transitions between work and home life, and how to minimize some of the negative impacts of hybrid arrangements.   Download the agenda to find out more about all of our insightful sessions: https://shorturl.at/xzKZ5   #RetailCIO #Tech #Postpandemic #Equality

When innovation becomes a must in a fast-paced industry such as ad tech, embracing diversity of thought and experiences can be a major game changer. PubMatic, a global digital advertising technology company, can attest. Aiming to create a workforce that is diverse, inclusive, and equal, PubMatic faced challenges due to a homogenous workforce. However, they were committed to change and sought to initiate a transformation, not just in hiring diverse talents, but in fostering an environment of inclusivity. Partnering with us allowed them to take significant strides towards this goal. With Unsiloed's support, they established a DEI council, implemented programs to improve gender equality in leadership roles, and initiated Courageous Conversations which provided a safe space for employees to discuss issues. The result? A more engaged and inclusive work environment. Employees felt uplifted and energized, even after late-night sessions, testifying to the effectiveness of the initiative. PubMatic's journey is a testament to the power of diversity, inclusivity, and equality. It's a reminder for companies to listen, learn, and take action in creating inclusive spaces where everyone feels valued and heard. What actions have you taken to make your workplace more inclusive? #Diversity #Inclusion #Equality #DEICouncil #WorkplaceInclusion #PubMatic #Unsiloed 

New Survey Shows Consumer Demand for Gender Equality in Advertising Is Growing, Benefiting Advertisers   Accurate gender representation in advertising is “driving measurable business outcomes for brands,” including improved sales.   “Brands are starting to appreciate how gender equality in advertising can drive sales growth,” said Erika Digirolamo, director of media and marketing solutions for Circana. “Our research continues to prove that accurately representing women of different ethnicities and ages can boost sales. Equality starts with cultural perceptions, and media plays a key role in both furthering and combating cultural perceptions, and quantitative evaluation is key to moving the industry in an upward direction.”   https://lnkd.in/gv_2E_xn   Sabio Holdings (TSXV: SBIO, OTCQX: SABOF) is a technology and services leader in the fast-growing ad-supported streaming space. Its cloud-based, end-to-end technology stack works with top blue chip, global brands and the agencies that represent them to reach, engage and validate streaming audiences. Sabio Holdings’ companies consist of Sabio – a demand-side platform (DSP) powered through our proprietary ad-serving technology; App Science™ - a non-cookie based software as a service (SAAS) analytics and insights platform with AI natural language capabilities; and Vidillion it’s ad-supported streaming supply side platform (SSP) that includes server-side ad-insertion (SSAI) technology.   #DataAnalytics #Measurement #AudienceInsights #Advertising #tsx #sbio #otcqb #sabof #sabioholdings #appscience   

B2B Success: Read "Lean In" when it first came out. Used it as part of one of my business trainings for a client's organization. Celebrating the visionary leadership of Sheryl Sandberg as our Business Person of the Month! 👏🎉 As the COO of Facebook, Sandberg's influence extends far beyond the tech realm. She's an advocate for women's empowerment and leadership, shattering glass ceilings with her resilience and innovation. Her book "Lean In" has ignited conversations about gender equality in the workplace. Sandberg's commitment to fostering diverse and inclusive environments is a testament to her impact on business culture. Through her expertise, she's contributed to Facebook's growth while championing meaningful societal change. Let's draw inspiration from Sheryl Sandberg's journey—a beacon of empowerment, leadership, and unwavering determination. 🌟🌈#BusinessPersonOfTheMonth #SherylSandberg #LeadershipInnovation #EmpowermentAdvocate #InclusiveLeadership #B2BSales #B2BMarketing 

Did you know that Virtual Reality is paving the way for #GenderEquality and empowering women to take on leadership roles? 👩🏽💼 A recent report by McKinsey & Company revealed that 35% of 450 surveyed female executives are power users in the #Metaverse, believing that #VirtualReality has a groundbreaking power in enhancing women's self-assurance and competence, enabling them to break through barriers and lead with excellence. wondder is proud to be part of this immersive journey of contributing to gender equality through #VR. We have developed VR trainings aimed to showcase the capabilities of women executives while eliminating workplace biases. 🫱🏽🫲🏻https://wondder.io/contact #wondder #Mckinsey #WomenEmpowerment #FemaleLeaders

Happy International Women's Day 🚀 Let's celebrate women's achievements and commit to creating an inclusive future for everyone. I truly enjoy connecting with peers and leaders in the industry and yesterday's IWD event hosted by Women@Microsoft and Edel Michel was a perfekt platform for what I'm always looking forward to: 🤝 Building Connections: Networking isn't just about business; it's about meaningful relationships. Let's connect, share insights, and forge partnerships for progress. 🧠 Learning about AI: Understanding the different impact on gender equality and contributing to inclusive AI development. 💡 Inspiration from Others: Excited to hear inspiring stories and perspectives that drive positive change. 💙 Championing Diversity: Diversity isn't just a goal; it's a necessity. Let's work together to ensure equal opportunities for all humans. #InternationalWomensDay #DiversityandInclusion #Equality #ERG #Microsoft #LinkedIn