Women In Executive Positions

The glass ceiling is still present in Australian companies, with a new report showing the number of women in executive positions is in sharp decline.

Some industries are, and always have been, dominated by men. But it\'s time that women stopped limiting their options and got in on the action. If you\'re a woman, here are some careers where you can forge a new path.

It may be the 100th anniversary of International Women’s Day, but Australian Bureau of Statistics figures show that women still earn only 84 per cent of what men earn – and women working part time get an even smaller percentage.

In an effort to improve opportunities for women in leadership roles in the Royal Australian Navy, the Australian Government is expanding its Navy Women’s Leadership Program in 2010.

Australia’s businesswomen are more positive about their business prospects and are more likely to be anticipating significant business growth in 2011 than their male counterparts, according to research conducted for the quarterly Sensis Business Index.

It’s no secret that being good-looking is a huge advantage in life. When it comes to work, studies have shown that attractive people get better jobs and better wages.

‘I have always been passionate about creating tribes of women, communities of like-minded people.’

The search is on for Australia’s next top businesswoman as the 2010 Telstra Business Women\'s Awards open today for nominations and entries.

If you’re a mum wanting to get back into the workforce after taking years off to care for your kids, it can be hard to know where to start. Here are some tips to get you started.

Now has never been a better time to make the jump into the world of coding, hard drives and USB ports. The IT industry is calling.

Going back to work after having children can be rather daunting, especially for parents who have spent a lot of time out of the workforce.

This is Lucy. She wants to ask her boss for a promotion. Read more to find out what happens next.

Could you be the next mumpreneur? Julia speaks to successful businesswomen who prove that mums really do make the best multi-taskers.

Jo helps navigate the tricky task of broaching the subject of your new bundle of joy.

Mums who are planning to re-enter the workforce after taking time out to look after children face a dilemma explaining their employment gap – but don’t worry, there are ways around it.

Social media. A proactive tool for personal branding or a one way ticket to self-destruction? Our writers go head-to-head.

This week is the perfect time to become water wise, as Australia\'s most precious resource continues to battle drought, population growth and climate change.

As if mining wasn\'t booming enough already, a new report by the Minerals Council of Australia (MCA) shows a whopping 90 000 extra jobs could be created in the sector by 2020.

The results are in from the 2008 Hays Salary Survey and, fortunately for employees, it looks like wages are on the up and up, especially if you are in the right state, the right industry and the right job.

If your life for the past months or years has been nothing but changing nappies, feeding hungry mouths or ferrying the kids to school, then the thought of getting into a suit and hitting the job trail may seem hugely daunting.

Returning to work after maternity (or paternity!) leave is often the best time to consider a career change. If you\'re after a pathway that offers flexibility, support and a way to give back to the community – look no further.

If you\'re excited about the thought of breaking into the glamorous beauty industry but aren\'t quite sure where to start, these tips will get you on the right track.

Having a new baby is a mixed bag of excitement, nerves, overwhelm and a whole lot more, so when it comes to working and preparing for baby, it’s important to take your time, know your rights and do your research.

Your name is your personal brand so what happens to your career when you change it? Check out our tips for changing your name without damaging your professional reputation and personal brand.

More than one quarter of young workers either cannot find work or can’t work enough hours, according to newly released Bureau of Statistics figures.

When looking to fill vacant positions, businesses want to hire the best possible candidate. Often this means that people with disability are overlooked in favour of those who may appear to be more fit and able.

Read about Renee's career change and inspirational work helping her community as part of First Impressions Clothing Exchange - an initiative by women, for women to help put together a look that'll get them the job!

With the recent high-profile sexual harassment case of Kristy Fraser-Kirk against ex-David Jones CEO Mark McInnes, sexual harassment is on everyone’s radar.

Whether you are starting a brand spanking new job or you’ve been with the same company for the past 10 years, what you wear to work each day is important.

Many people feel pressured to put in long hours, whether to get that sought after promotion or to ensure job security. But at what cost is this at? Take a look at just how detrimental overtime can be for your health and weigh up whether it is worth it for you.

We can often find life advice in the most unconventional of places. Vivien goes digging around the jaw-breaking gaming phenomenon, Candy Crush, to find some hidden career lesson gems (hard rock candied gems, to be precise).

In recent years, social media has been revolutionising the way people find jobs. Social media is now becoming a job in itself, with many people turning their blog or website into a viable moneymaker.

Do you feel like you’ve fluked your way through your career? Turns out you may not be alone. Find out more.

Nothing can be more infuriating than someone younger than you achieving a lot more than you have. To get you in a good mood, Andrea lists seven youngsters who will make you question whether you’re reaching your full potential.

Looking back on her brush with the boss from hell, Josie reflects on what she learned from the experience.

You can choose your friends but you can\'t choose your colleagues. It is inevitable that you will come across the workmate from hell (WFH) at some stage in your working life.

With Celebrity MasterChef set to hit our television screens next week, reality TV fans, foodies and ordinary Australians are eager to see how a politician, news anchor, beauty queen, journalist and fashion designer handle the heat in the kitchen.

Think Gen Y is the most difficult generation to work with? Not so, according to a recent survey on cross-generational workplace relationships by Leadership Management Australasia (LMA).

Are you fighting fit and achieving your goals, or have you lapsed into professional complacency? Whether you’re on the starting blocks of your career or already well on your way, these helpful tips will ensure you’re on track for professional success.

To make sure you get off on the right foot this year, we take a look at some work-related New Year’s resolutions that will see you catapulting your way to happiness, health and success.

Universities have expressed serious concern over the NSW government’s proposed new HSC benchmarks for teachers.

\'Every now and again when players are misbehaving, or the match is particularly close or tense for some reason, I feel some pressure, but I don\'t think it\'s any different to any other job, I just have to deal with it.\'

Research shows that people who have had a mentor are more likely to perform better at work, get promoted and be more satisfied overall in their job and career.

Movember is here once again! Put down the razor, invest in a mo-comb and raise some money for men’s health.

Airbnb started out as a blow-up mattress on the floor, Facebook started up in a college dorm room and Google was born in a garage. We put a spotlight on the wonderful world of start-ups, and show you how to kick-start your own entrepreneurial dream.

A strong personal brand is the key to personal and professional success. Here’s why - along with 9 great tips to create your own unforgettable brand.

If you enjoyed the viral sensation 10 Tricks to Appear Smart in Meetings, your life is about to get 900% better with Sarah Cooper\'s new book 100 Tricks to Appear Smart in Meetings.

Not a morning person? Here\'s how to take control of your mornings and have more energy to kickstart your day.

Not a confident person? This article’s for you! Here are 5 simple habits you can pick up that will instantly boost your confidence levels.

Dog surf instructor, professional cuddler, fortune cookies writer - read all about these and other weird and interesting jobs. How surprised will you be by what's inside ....

Always wanted to be a professional writer? From copywriting to screenwriting, we list 10 day-jobs for the modern wordsmith.

Think you\'re worth more? Jo helps navigate the delicate task of asking for a pay rise.

Career coaches can be a great help in your career; they can help you maximise your potential and opportunities and help you navigate challenges and obstacles smoothly. Find out more about how a career coach could help you.

Managing a team is an important position in any business and one that comes with a degree of power. How you use that power will determine what type of manager you are. Find out what traits make for a good manager, and what traits to avoid to put you on the road to success.

‘I am passionate about teaching people not so much how to cook but how to eat, how to plan a menu for the week, how to stock up their pantry, how to use seasonal produce.\'

In today’s competitive job market, you’ll need more than just a degree to grab the attention of employers. We take a look at what steps recent graduates can take to get ahead, and land that job.

Emotional intelligence is crucial for building successful relationships, both in the office and out. Multiple studies have shown that a high level of emotional intelligence can really pay off in your career. Here are 5 tips to improve your EQ.

Where are you right now in your career? Are you a career shifter or career starter? Our Career Personas will help you define where you are on your career path and the next step to take!

Becoming a new manager is as challenging as it is exciting. See our 5 tips to help you hit the ground running and ensure your management style works well

Studying law offers you the chance to develop a wide range of skills and explore different aspects of human life, businesses, and society. Here are a few more reasons why studying law in Australia is an excellent choice.

For "show me the money" career inspiration, check out our list of 7 of the best-paying jobs in Australia right now plus what study path it takes to get there!

Australians are good at lots of things. We are world class when it comes to relaxed attitudes, VB drinking and swanning around the beach at Christmas time. But networking is a lost art on Aussie shores.

All workers retrenched during the economic downturn will now be eligible for government-subsidised training, under an agreement that will be announced at today’s Council of Australian Governments (COAG) meeting in Darwin.

It\'s a direwolf-eat-direwolf world out there. Could the oft-bloodthirsty politics of the leaders of Westeros hold the key to getting ahead?

Online networking is the new-age way to maintain contact with friends, find dates and while away the hours. Now ‘Generation Facebook’ is beginning to use it as a means of finding not just a real job, but an unreal job.

Do you feel professionally stale and unmotivated, like you’re going nowhere? Sounds like you’re in a rut – see what Jo has to say about getting your career mojo back.

Miner turned UX Designer and Experience Illustrator, Gretta claims to have a "double doctorate in life experience." Having gone through many of life's highs and lows, her journey is one of a kind and truly inspirational.

Sitting is the new smoking! Yep, that's right, research has shown that sitting for more than 30 minutes at a time can put us on the fast track to death. Adopt the 30-minute rule and see how you can sit less and move more.

Whether you're leaving on great terms or can't wait to get the heck out of there, here are the big Dos and Don'ts everyone needs to know when resigning. From giving the required amount of notice to tidying your desk before you go, these tips will help you leave with professional relationships intact!

Completing an online degree or course can land you some of the best paying salary gigs in Australia. We've rounded up 7 jobs that you can study for online to get paid the big bucks!

How does your work space rate on a scale of calm to crazy? It’s time to revamp your work station using our simple feng shui tips.

Starting a new job? Follow our guidelines and you’ll breeze through your first day with ease.

Sitting on your gluteus maximus all day in the office can be hard work and even harder on your health. We road test some desk exercises to help you counteract the dangers of prolonged inactivity.

Most new year’s resolutions fall away before the confetti has hit the floor. Marni dishes out some hard truths about why you’ve probably already failed this year. But by all means, prove her wrong. You know you want to.

Difficult work conversations: they’re terrifying but inevitable. Here are some tips (and sample scripts) to help you navigate those tough conversations with ease.

Dealing with rejection is never easy, and when you’ve been sending out job application after application only to receive rejection letters back, it’s easy to get disheartened.

Being underpaid and can frustrating. You know your worth and want your paycheck to reflect that. Here are 7 signs you need to be looking out for if you think you're being underpaid at work.

Making the switch from traditional to digital marketing might seem confusing, but actually, it’s super easy! Find out how you can take your marketing career digital

Thinking of taking an internship in Australia? Read this first. An internship could be the career break you've been waiting for or end up being a big waste of time. Let's take a look at the good, the bad and the ugly of internships.

The process of negotiating a salary is never straightforward and stress-free. It requires confidence, the right attitude and knowing how to approach your boss it crucial. See 9 things to NEVER SAY when asking for a pay rise.

Becoming a manager is a huge accomplishment, but it comes with plenty of responsibilities. Here are some great tips to help you navigate how to provide feedback to your colleagues while still maintaining a good professional relationship.

Asking for a pay rise is one of the more delicate conversations you\'ll ever have with your boss. But before you storm into the manager\'s office waving your latest bank statement, there are a few things you should do to prepare.

If the idea of small talk and idle chitchat renders you speechless, do not be alarmed. Networking doesn’t mean you have to be the centre of attention or the life of the party.

Being cooped up in an office all day isn’t for everyone. But it’s the only way to pay the bills, right? Wrong. For all you active and outdoorsy folk, there are plenty of jobs that’ll get you out and about and away from cubicle culture.

Dreading going in to work the next day? Feeling tired and burnt out? How to recognise the signs that it\'s time for a career change.

Do you feel like you\'ve hit a bit of a wall in your career and want to advance but don\'t know how? Here are some tried and tested tips to get you on your way.

Politicians have notoriously low job security, so if anyone knows how to get fired and move on, it should be them, right? For better or worse, Marni takes a look at what we can learn from our esteemed leaders of the past.

Having chameleon-like adaptability is the key to success, according to a Sydney University study.

There are plenty of jet-setting jobs out there to choose from – so if travel is your passion, why not make it your profession as well! See what benefits living abroad can have on your professional and personal life.

You ‘befriended’ your boss on Facebook, you set up a LinkedIn profile and you followed all the relevant people on Twitter. You knew it would only be a matter of time before your networking genius landed you your dream job in a leading company.

Dread Mondays? Don’t know where to go and what to do next? A career coach or counsellor can help you find purpose in life. In this quick read, understand the difference between a career coach and a career counsellor.

If you are wondering how to stop your commute from eating up your day (and salary) then you are in the right place.  If you can’t find some inspiration on how to make the most of your commute here article we’ll eat our hats!

One toxic personality or underperformer can bring the whole team down. It's your job as a leader to deal with a bad employee quickly (and legally!) before things spiral out of control. Check out our tips for dealing with the trouble maker or poor performer in your team.

Got a big idea and want to turn it into a reality? Are you a natural leader and self-starter? Do you hate the idea of working below someone else? Then you're just the type of person who needs to be their own boss!

Your degree or technical experience is only part of the puzzle in building a stellar career. Soft skills are the intangible qualities that help you communicate and work with your colleagues, teammates and clients effectively. Here are 8 of the best soft skills for your career.