Smashing Glass Ceilings: Empowering Women in Education


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Smashing Glass Ceilings is the book to help elevate and excite women across the education sector to become confident, successful and fulfilled in their careers. Empowerment can look and feel different for everyone, and this book is designed to show every woman how you can succeed in the education sector. In addition to providing a wealth of advice about leadership progression, bestselling author and presenter Kate Jones shares guidance on alternative options to leadership for women in education. Have you ever thought about launching and hosting your own podcast about teaching and learning? Are you keen to lead professional development training internally and/or externally? Are you a keen writer but not sure how to set up a website to blog or how to get published? Helpful tips and suggestions for these routes and more are presented alongside a wide range of diverse case studies and interviews that shine a spotlight on innovative women, from school leaders to entrepreneurs in education. The book also contains advice for male colleagues so that they too can help empower women in education. This book will provide advice, guidance and inspiration for all women in education regardless of age, role or experience.




Smashing Glass Ceilings: Empowering Women in Education


Book Description

This book will help elevate and excite women across the education sector to become confident, successful and fulfilled in their careers. It will provide advice, guidance and inspiration for all women in education regardless of age, role or experience.




Women in Leadership: Breaking Barriers and Empowering the Next Generation


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Introducing: "Women in Leadership: Breaking Barriers and Empowering the Next Generation” Unlock the power of inspiring stories and insights from courageous women leaders who have shattered barriers and soared to remarkable heights in "Women in Leadership: Breaking Barriers and Empowering the Next Generation." This transformative book is a celebration of the resilience, vision, and groundbreaking achievements of women who have carved their path to success in various industries. Discover the Stories of Trailblazing Women: Delve into the captivating narratives of trailblazing women who defied the odds to rise to leadership positions. From business moguls to political visionaries, these extraordinary women showcase the limitless possibilities of leadership when gender barriers are dismantled. Gain Valuable Insights on Leadership: Learn from the best in the business! This book offers valuable insights into effective leadership strategies, inclusive decision-making, and the power of mentorship and networking. Discover the qualities that make women leaders so exceptional, and understand how their visionary thinking drives innovation and success. Empower the Next Generation: With a focus on empowering the next generation of women leaders, this book illuminates the path forward. Learn about programs, initiatives, and strategies that support and nurture aspiring women leaders. From mentorship opportunities to inclusive workplace practices, this book provides actionable steps to pave the way for a more equitable and diverse leadership landscape. Take Action for Gender Equality: "Women in Leadership" is not just a book; it's a call to action! Discover how you can play a vital role in promoting gender equality in leadership. Become an ally, challenge stereotypes, and advocate for inclusive policies that empower women to lead and succeed. Shape a Hopeful Future: Imagine a future where women's leadership is celebrated and cherished. Picture a world where diverse leadership teams drive innovation and create a more inclusive society. Join us in shaping a brighter, more equitable future for generations to come. Are you ready to break barriers and empower the next generation of women leaders? "Women in Leadership: Breaking Barriers and Empowering the Next Generation" is your guide to unlocking the limitless potential of women in leadership roles. Order your copy today and be part of the movement towards a more inclusive and transformative world!




Breaking Through the Stained Glass Ceiling


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Some of the largest, most influential and effective ministries and churches around the world have placed a high value on women and their roles in the church. These days it is refreshing to see God's hand of favor and blessing on Christian women and Bible teachers who are being used both nationally, regionally and in their local churches.If...




Narratives on Defining Moments for Women Leaders in Higher Education


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In the intricate tapestry of life there exist moments in our lives that define us as individuals and as part of our communities. To gain insights into what makes a great leader, we can learn from those who have built the road before us. A profound exploration of pivotal experiences that shape the personal and professional trajectories of women in academia will help pave the way for the leaders of the future. Navigating the intersection of both personal and professional spheres, the book, Narratives on Defining Moments for Women Leaders in Higher Education, delves into the profound impact of high-impact moments in the lives of women in leadership roles. Drawing on personal anecdotes and evidence-based practices, readers gain insight into the strategies, solutions, and resilience cultivated by women leaders in colleges and universities. From tales of perseverance and empowerment to reflections on reframing and reinvention, each narrative offers a unique perspective on the journey of women in academia.




Empowering African Women for Sustainable Development


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This edited volume assesses the progress that sub-Saharan African countries have made towards gender equality and offers strategies that can be used to empower African women to contribute to the fulfilment of the United Nations’ (UN) 2030 sustainable development goals (SDGs). The contributing authors consider the goals identified during the 1995 United Nations World Conference on Women and the 2015 UN World Conference on Sustainable Development in New York—including no poverty, healthy life, quality education, gender equality, peace and justice, reduced inequalities, and decent work and economic growth—and document the advances made on these goals, with a special emphasis on African women’s experiences. They provide innovative ideas for accelerating achievement of the SDGs and address challenges and opportunities in tourism, business, politics, entrepreneurship, academia, financial inclusion, and the digital gender divide. This book will be of value to policymakers, non-profit organisations focused on gender equality and sustainable development, and academics and scholars who teach and study gender-related issues in the African continent.




Shattering the Glass Ceiling


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Are you paying too high a price for your professional success? In Shattering the Glass Ceiling: How to Break Through Without Breaking Down, Human Performance Expert Dr. Gia Suggs and Executive Coach Hayward Suggs talk straight about the challenges career women face and how to overcome them without losing yourself in the process.




Negotiating the Glass Ceiling


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This book gathers together the unique personal reflections of 16 eminent women working in higher education across the world, in an attempt to understand why female academics are so under-represented in todays universities.




A Cross-Cultural Examination of Women in Higher Education and the Workplace


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The global evolution of women's rights throughout history follows an arduous path from suffrage to the modern era of workplace inclusion. In pursuing gender equality and social progress, nations worldwide have embarked on transformative journeys to empower women. A Cross-Cultural Examination of Women in Higher Education and the Workplace delves deep into this global movement, comprehensively exploring the multifaceted challenges and triumphs women face as they navigate the intricate tapestry of higher education and professional environments. This book weaves together insights from diverse fields such as social stratification, women's studies, race and ethnic studies, public policy, and ethics. For educators in higher education and across disciplines, it provides an indispensable resource, aligning perfectly with a variety of course teachings and research objectives.




Kick Some Glass (PB)


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The rule-smashing guide for motivated working women who want to stop following someone else’s rules and take charge of their own success.You leaned in like a palm tree in a hurricane. You cracked the confidence code. You’re determined not to be a nice girl, but a #GirlBoss. You’ve learned you can’t have it all, but you still try anyway. You know all of this. You’ve read the books, downloaded the apps, vision boarded and journaled your way to oblivion and back, to no avail. Whether you’re stuck in middle management, stalled in mid-career, or mulling over a major career change, sometimes the proverbial glass ceiling feels very real indeed—a barrier keeping you from fulfilling your potential. Unlike other books, which focus on fixing you, Kick Some Glass empowers you to break through your glass ceiling and guides you toward understanding your context and uncovering what you really want, what your definition of success is, what your values are, and how to set the goals to reach your potential.This is no one-size-fits-all career guide. It’s a top-to-bottom, inside-out, do-it-yourself makeover with the focus completely on you. In each chapter, you’ll be asked to evaluate specific parts of your work life, home life, personal strengths and weaknesses, past history and present obstacles, both internal and external, so you can:•Live your intention and design a meaningful life at any stage•Identify the underlying values that are the core of your being•Get comfortable with your personal power and understand what it means•Uncover the conscious and subconscious mental models that are holding you back•Take calculated risks through planful action with a clear direction•Let go of things you cannot control or change•Become more resilient, adaptable, and self-aware•Make the choices and tradeoffs necessary to fulfill your goals•Decide if it’s time to reinvent your career—and prepare for your next move•Find that elusive work-life balance that’s right for you•Create your own definition of success—and make it happen for youBest of all, you’ll be able to map out a career course for yourself that is based on your own definition of success, play and win by your own rules, and pay it forward by busting down doors for the next generation of women.In the end, this book will help you uncover who you truly are and approach your professional life in ways that are authentic and most meaningful to you—and no one else. After all, only you hold the answers. It’s time to Kick Some Glass.