Molly Shepard@MollyDShepard

Author, speaker, leader, mentor, mother, board member, advocate for #womensleadership, and CEO of @the_leadersedge

 Philadelphia, PA
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Joined June 2012
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Kudos to the women who made history on election day 👏 forbes.com/sites/erinspencer…
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"Women now make up at least half of full-time MBA students at 5 top business schools." An important milestone that indicates women are interested, ambitious and credentialed to continue taking over significant #leadership roles in their companies. wsj.com/us-news/education/to…

Women Catch Up With Men at More Top Business Schools

A record number of major M.B.A. programs have at least 50% female enrollment.

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Iceland has closed more than 90% of the gender gap and they continue the fight for pay equity. We need to step up in the US and make more progress. #equalpay #gendergap usatoday.com/story/news/2023…

Women walk out in Iceland to strike against the gender pay gap. There's a lesson for the US

According to the 2023 Global Gender Gap Index no country has yet achieved full gender parity. The United States ranks 43 out of 146 countries.

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Purpose is paramount. Give people the latitude and flexibility to work remotely, but also find opportunities to bring people together, allowing employees to create a tie to a greater individual purpose. #hybridwork #purposeatwork #leadership
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We are "like batteries that need to be recharged." Here's an important reminder to take breaks throughout the workday to avoid exhaustion and burnout. #nationalrelaxationday #resilience hubs.la/Q01_4vMB0

How to Take Better Breaks at Work, According to Research

Taking periodic work breaks throughout the day can boost well-being and performance, but far too few of us take them regularly — or take the most effective types. A systematic review of more than 80...

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💻We are live with a new look! As we continue to support leaders and their organizations with exceptional coaching services and signature leadership development programs – the new website reflects our dedication to quality, flexibility, and partnership. hubs.la/Q01VRsT_0
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Missed Wednesday's event? Read @PhillyInquirer for a recap summarized by @LizzyMcLell! We are so grateful for the insights shared by each of the speakers. inquirer.com/news/philadelph… #PhillyConnections #leadership #visibility

Hybrid work is here to stay. These Philly business leaders say ‘we should stop complaining.’

While some have argued that in-office work will continue to increase post-pandemic, the majority of companies in Philadelphia are allowing employees to work remotely at least part-time.

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REGISTRATION IS NOW OPEN | Are you struggling to gain visibility and build strong connections in the post-pandemic workplace? Join us for a breakfast panel event to gain a new perspective and make networking work for you! Register now: hubs.la/Q01KCSgM0 #leadership
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We are excited to announce that we are hosting a panel event on May 17 titled "Creating Connections: The Path to Career Success in Hybrid and Remote Workplaces"! We will share more details and registration information soon. In the meantime, SAVE THE DATE! #leadership #Careers
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Women lost more jobs early in the pandemic. They’re also returning faster.

Rising costs, combined with more flexible work arrangements and remote options, are drawing women — and mothers in particular — back into the workforce at a faster pace than men.

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Read my letter to the editor in the @PhillyInquirer inquirer.com/opinion/letters… #leadership #womenleaders

Letters to the Editor | Feb. 22, 2023

Inquirer readers on Philadelphia's mayoral hopefuls and living safely with COVID-19.

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Executive coaching helps senior leaders be more agile and provides the best tools to lead today's workforce. Reach out for more information on our leadership development options! #leadershipcoaching #LeadershipDevelopment #agile
The Leader's Edge@the_leadersedge
8 Feb 2023
Develop new skills and build your leadership brand with an experienced executive coach! Learn more here: the-leaders-edge.com/coachin… #leadership #career #goals
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Clear space, clear mind! Take 10 minutes to tidy up your desk before moving on to the next task. It will help with creativity and focus. #careeradvice #productivity
The Leader's Edge@the_leadersedge
9 Jan 2023
An organized workspace can improve concentration, productivity, and mood. But, be careful not to use it as a procrastination tool! Are you using #cleanoffyourdeskday as an opportunity to #getorganized? paintedbrain.org/news/5-ment… @PaintedBraiNews
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Consistency can be more effective than intensity. Approaching your development as a daily practice rather than a one-time sprint yields a bigger payoff. Look for short, discrete tasks you can execute with total commitment in 5-10 minutes each day. #leadership #careeradvice
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Pick up the new edition of my book Breaking Into The Boys' Club today! #leadership #womenleaders
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Looking for your next read? Then check out some of our latest releases from Lyons Press! Both available NOW, wherever books are sold! #lyonspress #books #septemberreleases
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Congratulations to @PHLBizJournal's 2022 Women of Distinction! #womenleaders bizjournals.com/philadelphia…

Women of Distinction 2022: Announcing this year’s honorees

These 36 talented and tenacious women were selected from almost 300 nominations made by the public.

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I am very proud to be on the Advisory Committee for the @JVSPhilaFund. This extraordinary effort is led by our partner, Judith M. von Seldeneck to support women entrepreneurs in Philadelphia. Learn more: jvsphilafund.com/ #womensupportingwomen #womensleadership
Together for a Cure MS Luncheon brings people together to create a world free of MS while empowering people affected by MS to live their best lives. @TLELBD is a proud sponsor of this event and we hope to see you there! Register: do.nr/dqmqxn #community @mssociety
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We still have a long way to go. #womensleadership #womenceos usatoday.com/story/money/202…

Female CEO pay rose 26% in 2021, but not many women are in top jobs

Women in CEO role hit median pay of $16 million, but there are only 18 of them among 340 companies surveyed.

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Too few Asian women break into the senior executive ranks of top companies. Here's the recent data from @USATODAY. usatoday.com/story/money/202… #leadership #diversityequityandinclusion #AsianPacificAmericanHeritageMonth

EXCLUSIVE: Asian women are shut out of leadership at America's top companies. Our data shows why

Asian and Asian American women are shut out of the senior-most leadership roles at top companies. Exclusive new USA TODAY data shows why.

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