Sunday, May 20, 2012

Archive for the ‘Features’ Category

Denise Falco, National MS Society — 10 Questions Answered by a Successful Woman

Seriously, if you don’t know Denise Falco, we’re going to be a little surprised. Denise is employed at the National MS Society, leading the organization’s efforts in central Missouri, including her work with events such as Bike MS, Walk MS, Challenge  Walk, UGLY bartender and the MuckRuckus. more »

In the Tribune — Voices Business Social at Marathon Building Environments

Did you catch the photos of Voices’ last social in the Columbia Daily Tribune this Sunday? more »

From Boone Hospital Center — A Motivational Moment, Personal Finances

Boone Hospital Center — courtesy of Voices Affiliate Melissa Smith — offers tips for improving personal finances. more »

Good for You, Good for the Earth

As we prepare to celebrate Earth Day on April 22nd, many of us focus on making choices that improve the health of our planet. An added bonus is that many of the strategies that shrink our carbon footprint can also help shrink our waistlines. Choose More Plants Plant foods like fruits, vegetables and grains require [...] more »

From the Atlantic — A Working Woman’s World: Out-Learning and Under-Earning Men

A new poll finds women optimistic about their opportunities and comfortable with their roles. Say good-bye to the “mommy wars.” more »

Voices 1st Couple Happy Hour

Feeling Lucky?  Celebrate the Irish with Greg and Mary at Greg Ropp’s Bar. Bring your spouse, significant other and celebrate! We can celebrate MIZZOU’s final Big 12 Win, St. Patrick’s albeit belated, or share your personal successes of 2012. If you are an affiliate you should have received your e-Vite, please take the time to [...] more »

From Financial Times — Women’s inequality isn’t what it used to be

By Lucy Kellaway – Last Thursday I received an e-card from a perfect stranger. It was a picture of an orchid with the message underneath: “I hope you have a happy International Women’s Day!” more »

From Businessweek — Facebook’s Sandberg Details Slow Progress of Women at Top

By Sapna Maheshwari – Sheryl Sandberg, Facebook Inc.’s chief operating officer, said the past decade has seen little or no gain for women in top government or executive positions. more »

Voices Affiliate Event — February Social at Marathon Building Environments

New Voices Affiliates Jessica Chester and Bridgid Kinney hosted Voices Affiliates at Marathon Building Environments on Tuesday, Feburary 28. more »

From Stanford: Women Who Display Masculine Traits – And Know When Not To – Get More Promotions Than Men

In the business world, women who are aggressive, assertive, and confident but who can turn these traits on and off depending on the social circumstances get more promotions than either men or other women, according to a recent study by Olivia O’Neill and Charles O’Reilly. more »