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Trends and Lessons Learned from EverwiseWomen
The document discusses the ongoing gender disparity in workplace leadership, highlighting that at the current rate, achieving global gender parity will take 79 years. It outlines key challenges to women's advancement, such as bias and lack of relationship capital, and emphasizes the importance of structured programming that focuses on mentorship, connection, and personalized learning journeys. The EverwiseWomen program is presented as an initiative designed to close the leadership gap through support, skill-building, and establishing valuable connections among participants.
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- 3. About Us 3 CourtneyEmerson Advisor, Women’s Leadership Programming Elizabeth Borges Program Manager, EverwiseWomen
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- 5. If companies continueto advance women into leadership at current rates…
- 6. How long willit take to achieve global gender parity in the workplace?
- 7. How long willit take to achieve global gender parity in the workplace? 79 years
- 8. That’s a woman’sentire lifetime.
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- 10. Today’s Agenda Part I:Why We’re Not There (Yet) Part II: How We’re Working to Close the Gap Part III: What We’re Learning
- 11. Inclusive Organizations SOURCE: Garr,S. (2013). Diversity & Inclusion: An Analysis of the Current Landscape. Bersin by Deloitte, Deloitte Consulting LLP. 5xMore agile More high performing 3.3x
- 12. D&I: A VirtuousCycle
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- 14. Key Challenges toGender Equity in the Workplace 1. Bias 2. Lack of Relationship Capital 3. Insufficient Programming
- 15. MIT Sloan SchoolStudy • One video pitch (identical script and slides) • Two voice overs (one male and one female) – The outcome?
- 16. MIT Sloan SchoolStudy • One video pitch (identical script and slides) • Two voice overs (one male and one female) – The outcome? 40% more likely to receive funding
- 17. Lack of RelationshipCapital Men are 46% more likely to have a sponsor SOURCE: Center for Talent Innovation.
- 18. Lack of RelationshipCapital Men are 46% more likely to have a sponsor Caucasians are 62% more likely to have a sponsor SOURCE: Center for Talent Innovation.
- 19. The Importance ofRole Models Journal of Experimental Social Psychology • Students were asked to give a speech arguing against higher tuition fees • Posters in the back: SOURCE: Bombari, D., Latu, I., Lammers, J., & Mast, M. S. (2013 May). Successful Female Leaders Empower Women’s Behavior in Leadership Tasks. Journal of Experimental Social Psychology, 49(3), 444-448
- 20. The Importance ofRole Models Journal of Experimental Social Psychology • Students were asked to give a speech arguing against higher tuition fees • Posters in the back: SOURCE: Bombari, D., Latu, I., Lammers, J., & Mast, M. S. (2013 May). Successful Female Leaders Empower Women’s Behavior in Leadership Tasks. Journal of Experimental Social Psychology, 49(3), 444-448
- 21. The Importance ofRole Models Journal of Experimental Social Psychology • Students were asked to give a speech arguing against higher tuition fees • Posters in the back: SOURCE: Bombari, D., Latu, I., Lammers, J., & Mast, M. S. (2013 May). Successful Female Leaders Empower Women’s Behavior in Leadership Tasks. Journal of Experimental Social Psychology, 49(3), 444-448
- 22. The Importance ofRole Models Journal of Experimental Social Psychology • Students were asked to give a speech arguing against higher tuition fees • Posters in the back: SOURCE: Bombari, D., Latu, I., Lammers, J., & Mast, M. S. (2013 May). Successful Female Leaders Empower Women’s Behavior in Leadership Tasks. Journal of Experimental Social Psychology, 49(3), 444-448 No Poster
- 23. 3 Reasons ProgramsDon’t Go Far Enough 1 2 “One and Done” Programs
- 24. 3 Reasons ProgramsDon’t Go Far Enough 1 2 3 “One and Done” Programs “One Size Fits All” Learning No Relationship Building Support
- 25. 3 Reasons ProgramsDon’t Go Far Enough 1 2 3 “One and Done” Programs “One Size Fits All” Learning No Relationship Building Support
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- 27. Programming should be… ConnectedActionable Personalized
- 28. 12-Month Journey In-Person Workshop With LifeLabs Learning Month1 Month 12Month 6 Executive Fireside Chat 28 Full-Day Kick-Off & Workshop With LifeLabs Learning Virtual Kick-Off Calls In-Person Design Thinking Session Executive Fireside Chat
- 29. 12-Month Journey Month 1Month 12Month 6 Executive Fireside Chat Peer Group Meetings 29 Virtual Kick-Off Calls In-Person Design Thinking Session Executive Fireside Chat In-Person Workshop With LifeLabs Learning Full-Day Kick-Off & Workshop With LifeLabs Learning
- 30. 12-Month Journey Month 1Month 12Month 6 Executive Fireside Chat Experience Manager Support Peer Group Meetings 30 Virtual Kick-Off Calls In-Person Design Thinking Session Executive Fireside Chat In-Person Workshop With LifeLabs Learning Full-Day Kick-Off & Workshop With LifeLabs Learning
- 31. 12-Month Journey Month 1Month 12Month 6 Executive Fireside Chat 1:1 Executive Mentor Match* Experience Manager Support Peer Group Meetings 31 Virtual Kick-Off Calls In-Person Design Thinking Session Executive Fireside Chat In-Person Workshop With LifeLabs Learning Full-Day Kick-Off & Workshop With LifeLabs Learning
- 32. 12-Month Journey Month 1Month 12Month 6 Executive Fireside Chat 1:1 Executive Mentor Match* Experience Manager Support Access to Virtual Learning and Online Community Peer Group Meetings 32 Virtual Kick-Off Calls In-Person Design Thinking Session Executive Fireside Chat In-Person Workshop With LifeLabs Learning Full-Day Kick-Off & Workshop With LifeLabs Learning
- 33. EverwiseWomen Participants *Representative ofSF, Seattle, and NYC 2015-2016 programs
- 34. The EverwiseWomen Journey ConnectedActionable Personalized
- 35. “Empathy is themost radical of human emotions.” – Gloria Steinem
- 36. Expand our action repertoire Result in broadened thinking Increase engagement and playfulness Allowus to absorb knowledge more quickly Make us more resilient in the face of failure High Quality Connections
- 37. Our Approach toPeer Groups • Grounded in real-world experiences and challenges • Designed to be self-sustaining • Meant to support coaching skills
- 38. Formal Programs “Women withformal mentors were more likely to be promoted than women with informal mentors by a ratio of 3:2.” -- 2011 Catalyst Study
- 39. The EverwiseWomen Journey ConnectedActionable Personalized
- 40. Participants are lookingFor… Skill Building • Core leadership and management skills • Executive presence (and confidence) Support & Insight • Real-time support on how to handle work challenges • Support identifying and building new opportunities Connections • Deep professional and personal connections to trusted peers and mentors • External networks with peers across and within industry
- 41. The EverwiseWomen Journey ConnectedActionable Personalized
- 42. EverwiseWomen Programming Learner at the Center 1:1EXEC MENTOR PEER GROUP ONLINE LEARNING LIFELABS WORKSHOPS PM SUPPORT ONLINE COMMUNITY ExM SUPPORT EXEC FIRESIDE CHATS
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- 44. 3 Key Learnings 1. Lack of relationship capital (+ the importance of connections) is even more critical than we thought
- 45. 41%Currently have amentor
- 46. Importance of Peers “Meetingother amazing women leaders has been invaluable. Providing our own experiences and getting feedback has been so helpful!”
- 47. 3 Key Learnings 1. Lack of relationship capital (+ the importance of connections) is even more critical than we thought 2. Commitment and investment in your own learning is key
- 48. “What Would YouSay…” • …to someone about to start EverwiseWomen?”
- 49. “What Would YouSay…” • …to someone about to start EverwiseWomen?” Be committed to yourself and your development through this program. You can’t just go through the motions. Stay committed, both individually and as a peer group. The wealth of experience and diverse recommendations are very valuable. Make it a priority and make sure to be committed.
- 50. 3 Key Learnings 1. Lack of relationship capital (+ the importance of connections) is even more critical than we thought 2. Commitment and investment in your own learning is key 3. Personalization is needed – but so is clear structure
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- 53. What’s Been MostValuable? “Peer groups. Even though the sessions are great, the peer groups really bring it home.” “I love my mentor. I have been meeting with her every 3 weeks to work on the areas I wanted to improve on.” “In-person workshops provide actionable items to use daily.” “The online Everwise page with relevant activities/articles for self-paced learning.”
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- 55. If you’re interestedin enrolling your high-potential women into EverwiseWomen, reach out to heather@geteverwise.com