6 Successful Women Helping Others Pursue Their Dreams
Women striving to carve out their own paths in the business world can often feel alone, especially if they work in competitive fields. These women are looking to change that, using their own success stories to inspire and connect entrepreneurs and driven individuals, helping to create opportunities and give others the chance to achieve. This video was made with Ezvid Wikimaker.
6 Women Offering A Blueprint For Success
| Name | Popular Work |
|---|---|
| Arlene Dickinson | Author of Persuasion: A New Approach to Changing Minds & Reinvention: Changing Your Life, Your Career, Your Future and co-host of The Business of Life podcast |
| Lisa Lieberman-Wang | Author of Fine to Fab: 7 Secrets of a Successful Woman's Journey Away from Depression, Disordered Eating & Self Sabotage |
| JJ DiGeronimo | Author of Accelerate Your Impact: Action-Based Strategies to Pave Your Professional Path & The Working Woman's GPS: When the Plan to Have It All Has Led You Astray and founder of Tech Savvy Women |
| Stacey Harris | Host of Hit the Mic with The Stacey Harris and CEO of Uncommonly More digital marketing agency |
| Jacki Zehner | President of The Jacquelyn and Gregory Zehner Foundation, blogger, public speaker, and former president/co-founder of Women Moving Millions |
| Catriona Pollard | Author of From Unknown to Expert: How to Use Clever PR and Social Media to Become a Recognised Expert, speaker, artist, and founder of CP Communications |
Stacey Harris on Staying Accountable to Getting Results
Percentage of Women in the Workforce
The percentage of men & women in the civilian labor force over time, according to the U.S. Department of Labor
| Year | Women | Men |
|---|---|---|
| 1950 | 29.6% | 70.4% |
| 1960 | 33.4% | 66.6% |
| 1970 | 38.1% | 61.9% |
| 1980 | 42.5% | 57.5% |
| 1990 | 45.2% | 54.8% |
| 2000 | 46.5% | 53.5% |
| 2010 | 46.7% | 53.3% |
JJ DiGeronimo's Keynote Speaking Reel from Tech Savvy Women
9 Organizations Helping Women And Girls Worldwide
| Organization | Mission |
|---|---|
| The ERA Coalition | Work with partner organizations to provide a strong forum for all voices, inclusive and multi-generational, and build a groundswell moving towards equality |
| Paradigm for Parity | Achieve a new norm in the corporate world, in which women and men have equal power, status, and opportunity |
| Miller Center for Social Entrepreneurship | Accelerate entrepreneurship to end global poverty and protect the planet |
| The GBV Prevention Network | Prevent violence against women throughout Africa |
| Nest | Build a new handworker economy to increase global workforce inclusivity, improve women’s wellbeing beyond factories, and preserve important cultural traditions around the world |
| DIY Girls | Increase girls’ interest and success in technology, engineering, and making through innovative educational experiences and mentor relationships |
| The UN Women for Peace Association | Advance the goals of academic and charitable organizations that provide opportunities for women to partake in the global peace building process through social, cultural, educational, and women empowerment programs |
| Women in Biz Network | Help business owners and professionals connect, share, and grow in their business lives |
| The Karadah Project | Build sustainable and long-term solutions in partnership with the people of Iraq and Afghanistan |
Lisa Lieberman-Wang Talks at TEDxHobokenWomen
In Depth
Making it to the pinnacle of a field or discipline is a long journey, frequently filled with pitfalls, doubt, and other hardships. Thankfully, studying how others have forged their own paths can provide a much-needed dose of inspiration. Through books, speeches, and educational resources, entrepreneurs are often eager to share their stories and insights. In no particular order, this list presents a collection of successful women guiding people toward achieving their goals.
Coming in at #1 is Arlene Dickinson. A multitalented businessperson, Dickinson works in a variety of roles, ranging from entrepreneur to published author. She has served as president and CEO of Venture Communications, one of the largest independent marketing agencies in Canada. Following this success, she founded District Ventures Capital, which invests in new companies operating in the food and beverage and health and wellness sectors.
Dickinson is perhaps best known for her appearances on the Canadian reality show Dragons' Den, where budding entrepreneurs pitch their ideas to a group of business moguls. Dickinson also runs a podcast with Jann Arden called "The Business of Life." Furthermore, she draws on her experience and expertise during periodic speaking engagements, and has penned a few books of her own, such as "Persuasion" and "Reinvention."
Dickinson is perhaps best known for her appearances on the Canadian reality show Dragons' Den, where budding entrepreneurs pitch their ideas to a group of business moguls.
In the #2 spot is Lisa Lieberman-Wang. With a long employment history in business, sales, and marketing, Lieberman-Wang today works as an entrepreneur and strategist, helping people on their journeys of personal and business development. Notably, she has written a self-help book, which presents practical advice gleaned from her struggles with depression, self-sabotage, and disordered eating.
Lieberman-Wang offers a number of services to her clients. She runs a ten-week online learning program, which helps businesses unleash their potential. She also provides an elite business coaching group, for those looking for a more personalized approach. In addition to these offerings, Lieberman-Wang frequently writes on her own blog, which touches on topics like the gender gap and work-life balance.
At #3 is JJ DiGeronimo. An advocate for women and girls in STEM, DiGeronimo is a speaker, writer, and executive strategist. She founded and heads an organization called Tech Savvy Women, which promotes and advances female representation and employment in tech careers. As an author, she has penned two books that combine personal and professional experiences with helpful insights, entitled "The Working Woman's GPS" and "Accelerate Your Impact."
She founded and heads an organization called Tech Savvy Women, which promotes and advances female representation and employment in tech careers.
DiGeronimo makes appearances at events and conferences, serving as a speaker on topics such as leadership, mindfulness, and thought-diversity. In the past, she has given talks at events affiliated with Ohio University, Walden Women in Technology, and Louisiana's Community and Technical Colleges. DiGeronimo also shares her thoughts by writing articles for different publications, with past work appearing in Thrive Global and Smart Business.
Coming in at #4 is Stacey Harris. Based in Southern California, Harris is a social media strategist with experience working with individuals and large organizations. To start, she offers thirty-day marketing plans, helping people devise new approaches to business in the digital realm. Furthermore, she heads Uncommonly More, a marketing agency geared toward female-owned brands.
To reach an even larger audience, she also runs "Hit the Mic with The Stacey Harris," a podcast covering issues at the intersection of business and marketing strategy. She often features guests on her podcast and has, in the past, discussed topics like dealing with stress and the importance of self-care. Additionally, Harris leads an online community, which gives its members access to behind-the-scenes content.
Additionally, Harris leads an online community, which gives its members access to behind-the-scenes content.
In the #5 spot is Jacki Zehner, based in Park City, Utah. Following a distinguished career at Goldman Sachs, Zehner co-founded a female-led private wealth management organization. Since then, she has continued championing the advancement of women and girls around the world. In particular, she has served as the president of Women Moving Millions, which funds initiatives related to gender equality.
In addition to her work with nonprofits, Zehner is a frequent writer, sharing her musings on LinkedIn and her personal blog. She also pens articles for a variety of outlets, such as POLITICO and Women and Wealth Magazine. A valuable resource for anyone looking to promote gender equality, Zehner shares lists of books, companies, and films that align with her values on her website.
Last but not least, at #6 is Catriona Pollard. A Sydney-based entrepreneur who built her business from the ground up, Pollard draws on her professional expertise to help others build their personal brands. In 2001, she founded CP Communications, a public relations and social media agency. She has also published a book, entitled "From Unknown To Expert," which sets forth a detailed framework for achieving success as a thought leader.
A Sydney-based entrepreneur who built her business from the ground up, Pollard draws on her professional expertise to help others build their personal brands.
Pollard offers a comprehensive suite of services for those looking to distinguish themselves in their fields. Through CP Communications, she provides training in areas like managing the media and personal branding. Elsewhere, she serves as a speaker, delivering talks at conferences, workshops, and other gatherings. On her blog, Pollard covers numerous topics, including motivation, originality, and gratitude.
