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Yahoos Vidya Nayak wants more women in tech

Mashable Tech

” SEE ALSO: The end of remote work doesn't work for women Before joining Yahoo in 2023, the graduate of San Francisco's Academy of Art University held leadership roles at Disney Interactive, Rodale, iWin, and News Corp., Vidya Nayak credits female mentors for helping her succeed in the industry.

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Overqualified and underchallenged? Here’s how to make it work

Fast Company Tech

Whatever the case, now youre stuck wondering how to stay motivated in a role that doesnt come close to tapping your full potential. Heres how they made the most of roles they were technically overqualified for, and how you can do the same. Recognizing their expertise beyond their immediate role gives them a greater sense of purpose.

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Leadership’s Biggest Perk—Giving Others a Boost

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Most CEOs are lucky enough to have a mentor or two in their past. The rise of diversity, equity, and inclusion as a priority, coupled with the imperative to utilize talent more effectively, signals the need for a more deliberate approach to mentoring. Be Intentional What can we do to facilitate more deliberate mentoring relationships?

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The Role of Continuous Learning in Compliance Training

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When employees see that their employer values their growth and provides opportunities for learning, they are more likely to feel engaged and satisfied with their roles. Continuous learning allows employees to familiarize themselves with these technologies and understand how to leverage them effectively in their roles.

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Is your organization creating bad leaders?

Fast Company Tech

Organizations are not mere collections of departments, roles, technologies and processes. Ambiguity as the Enemy of Accountability Ambiguity in roles, decision-making authority, or performance expectations is another byproduct of poor design. Map out how each division, team, and role contributes to achieving these goals.

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When Nonprofit Boards Meddle: The Dangers Of Micromanagement

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Their role is to set the nonprofit’s long-term direction and ensure the organization has the resources, finances, and accountability mechanisms in place to achieve its mission. The problem arises from board members overstepping their roles, often thinking they’re helping or know better, when in reality, they’re interfering.

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Want to stay healthier and fulfilled later in life? Try volunteering

Fast Company Tech

These include the Foster Grandparent program , which connects older adult mentors to children, and the Senior Companion program , which connects volunteers to older adults seeking some help to continue living independently in their own homes. And consider a more extensive level of commitment to organizations or causes you care deeply about.

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