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True Gender Equality Is Still 151 Years Away—Despite Recent Milestones

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18, 2019, NASA astronauts Jessica Meir and Christina Koch completed the 221st spacewalk in support of the International Space Station’s maintenance and assembly, and marked the first all-female spacewalk in history. Women in sports In 2016, Brehanna Daniels became the first Black woman member of the pit crew in NASCAR.

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Why Networking Is Not Overrated

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According to a 2021 study by Women in the Workplace , about 86 women to every 100 men are promoted to the managerial level, and as such, fewer women are able to make it onto the leadership track. As the 2016 version of the study stated, “Women also get less access to the people, input, and opportunities that accelerate careers.”

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How Two Decades of Film Remakes Have Impacted Creativity in Cinema

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As average budgets for films have exploded and Hollywood has become increasingly reliant on the international market and—especially post-pandemic—streaming subscribers, studios have attempted to lower their risks as much as possible. The easiest way to do that? Go with a known quantity. And they did a great job.”. Creativity in Constraint.

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SUCCESS’ 2024 Women of Influence

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She has also delivered presentations during NYC Advertising Week, the 4A’s StratFest, YouTube Black FanFest and Cannes Lions International Festival of Creativity, solidifying her as a thought leader within the industry. She’s best known for her award-winning blog, which has inspired millions of moms in more than 160 countries.

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Meet the 2022 Women of Influence

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Her most recent album, released on March 5, 2021, is entitled I Pray for My Enemies. In February 2016, Graham made history as the first size 14 model to be featured on the cover of Sports Illustrated Swim. Whatever the case, these are women who have manifested their ethos, and we are here for it. We hope you’ll join the conversation.

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The New Multinationals: Small, Micro and Solo Businesses Driving the Next Wave of Globalization

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Globalization and international trade was once driven almost exclusively by large multinational corporations. Data from the 2016 MBO Partners State of Independence study , for example, showed that about 2 million independent workers sold services or goods to customers outside of the U.S. In fact, according to the U.S.

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“Take Your Dog To Work Day”: How Fido Can Help Companies Retain Employees

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According to The American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (ASPCA), one in five households adopted or acquired a cat or dog as of May 2021. . A 2016 survey by Banfield Pet Hospitals showed that 83% percent of workers felt more sense of loyalty to companies that embrace a pet-friendly environment.? .

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