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Diversity and Inclusion

Changing the Status Quo for Hispanic Women

by Meredith Hunt

Hispanic Heritage Month is an opportunity to shine a light on the remarkable accomplishments of Hispanic women while also illuminating that they comprise just 1.6% of senior executives at the nation’s largest companies. Learn what Forté is doing to help change the status quo for Hispanic women.

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MBA Student

Rx for Success in Healthcare

by Meredith Hunt

If you’re looking for a business career that tackles some of society’s most complex challenges, the healthcare industry might be the cure. During Forté’s 2022 MBA Women’s Leadership Conference in June, the following five panelists at the Healthcare/Biotechnology/Pharma session revealed why they are passionate about the industry, where they see opportunities for growth, and how to get ahead.

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Level Up Your Career

Feedback Gap Can Hold Women Back

by Leanne Meyer, Carnegie Mellon University (Tepper School of Business)

Early in their career, women can face a hidden stumbling block. Research shows women are not getting the same kind of feedback as their male colleagues. They aren’t hearing about what they need to do better, what they need to know…

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Forté Events

Five Ways to Advance Your Career With Forté’s Fall Programs and Events

It’s no secret the pandemic took a toll on women’s participation in the U.S. workforce. Increasingly demanding family and childcare obligations fueled by the pandemic forced many women to leave their jobs. The National Women’s Law Center reports 2.1 million women…

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Forté Events

The Transformative Power of Women Advocating for Women

by Meredith Hunt

It may seem paradoxical, but women in C-suite positions often don’t advocate for other women to join them there. Three panelists offered ideas for changing the status quo during the Women Championing Women session at the 2022 Forté MBA Women’s Leadership Conference in June.

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Forté Events

Women of Color in the Workplace: Navigating the Common Challenges

by Meredith Hunt

With women of color only occupying four percent of C-suite positions and being on the receiving end of disrespect and microaggressions more often than white women, it’s no wonder that burnout, stress, and job dissatisfaction are higher among women of color. What can be done about it?

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