Springing into Success: Embracing Change and DEIB in 2024!

As we power on through the year, into Q2 and with that lighter nights and warmer weather. As with the changing of the seasons, we must also continually change and evolve and so for 2024 - what changes have you made so far? Hopefully they have all been for the positive and bringing you success. Even more so when it comes to DEIB!

Have a read of our newsletter, there's lots there to help you on this journey!

Included this week:

• Blog
• Podcast
• Event
• Diversity in Tech Report
• Joining Netwomen
• About Netwomen

Thank you for being a part of the Netwomen community. Together, we're making strides towards a more equitable and empowered world. Stay tuned for more exciting updates in the next newsletter.

Nurturing Success: The Core Priorities of Organisations in 2024

The business landscape is changing and organisations increasingly need to prioritise human capital management.

In this blog we talk about focusing on employee experience, organisational culture, and leadership development in 2024 to drive success and foster a holistic approach to organisational growth and sustainability.

Click here to read the blog in full.

Netwomen Uncut Podcast

Podcast?#54

Procurement and Supplier Diversity

Andrea Fimian, CEO of Fips Consulting, talks with Pinky about bridging the procurement gap for small diverse businesses. Whatever companies do internally, they must consider supplier biases too. Women owned businesses are out there and we deserve a chance, besides we add $2.7 Trillion to the annual economy and employ 12.2 million people so why wouldn't you buy from us? Be open and people buy from people.

Enjoy!

Available on Spotify and Apple

Listen Here

Diversity in Tech Report

With the ever-increasing rise of technology, the pursuit of diversity and inclusion remains a crucial mission. As part of this ongoing endeavour, the Tech Talent Charter, alongside Netwomen, one of 700 signatories, continues to champion equity within the tech industry. Their latest report serves as a beacon, shedding light on the current state of diversity and inclusion practices in the UK tech sector.

Despite past pledges and promises, the report reveals concerning trends indicating a potential defunding crisis in D&I efforts. While diversity initiatives were once at the forefront, they now face increasing challenges, with some companies deprioritising them in favour of other business objectives. This shift threatens to erode the progress made in fostering a more inclusive tech environment.

The report not only presents stark statistics but also issues a call to action. It urges business leaders to recommit to diversity and inclusion efforts, recognising their profound impact on business productivity and resilience. With the path to progress clearly delineated, the report and accompanying resources offer invaluable support to organisations, regardless of their budgetary constraints.

As we navigate these critical issues, let us stand united in our commitment to driving meaningful change and creating a tech industry that truly reflects the diversity of our society.

Read Report Here

Our Next Event - May Aspiring Leaders Circle

It’s lonely at the top. You don’t have to do this alone. Whatever you want to achieve whether it’s developing your business or progressing your career you will get much closer to success faster, with support networks, brainstorming, and peer support.

About Aspiring Leaders Circle

The Aspiring Leaders Circle is a dynamic monthly online event hosted by Netwomen. It’s crafted for middle managers and emerging leaders from diverse business backgrounds, including SMEs and larger corporations.

This event stands as a beacon for those looking to elevate their leadership journey within an inclusive and supportive community.

Event Highlights:

1.?Productivity Tools:

Discover and implement cutting-edge tools to enhance team efficiency and streamline operations, directly impacting your work’s productivity.

2.?Peer Support Network:

Connect with a vibrant community of peers for mutual support, idea exchange, and collaborative problem-solving, ensuring you’re never isolated in your leadership journey.

3.?Knowledge Exchange:

Dive into a rich pool of shared insights across various sectors, broadening your perspective and equipping you with innovative solutions to tackle leadership challenges.

4.?Enhanced Communication Skills:

Learn effective strategies to articulate your vision, motivate your team, and foster an environment of transparency and trust.

5.?Collaborative Opportunities:

Engage in potential collaborative ventures, expanding your professional horizons and opening doors to new projects and partnerships.

6.?Career Advancement Strategies:

Gain valuable insights into accelerating your career trajectory, from navigating corporate dynamics to adopting impactful leadership techniques.

7.?Professional Networking:

Expand your professional network within this community, unlocking new opportunities for mentorship, collaboration, and career growth.

8.?Idea Incubation:

Present your ideas in a supportive setting, receiving constructive feedback and collaborative input to refine and advance your concepts.

Career acceleration with a focus on inclusivity and empowerment, the Aspiring Leaders Circle offers a unique platform for self-improvement, professional development, and collective growth, all within the supportive framework of a DEIB-committed women in business organisation.

Non members ï¿¡50: Register here

*Included for individual and corporate members – book on the app.

Become a part of the Netwomen Community

Join the Netwomen Community with our 12-month career acceleration programme and unlock a world of exclusive benefits designed to elevate, connect, and accelerate your professional journey. Our membership offers a comprehensive package tailored to inspire and support women in leadership:

Why Netwomen?

Are you a burnt out middle manager?

Have been passed over for a promotion?

Are you an exhausted DEI leader?

Leadership is hard but it doesn’t have to be.

Why You Should Attend:

Connect and collaborate: Engage in meaningful discussions about challenges, and wins in your professional life.

Problem Solving: Seek feedback and insights from peers, offering and receiving invaluable perspectives.

Psychological safety: Aspiring leaders circle is a safe space that will allow women to be real while fostering resilience and belonging.

Elevation through Solidarity

?? Peer Support: Connect with a network of women who believe in lifting each other up, creating a powerful sense of solidarity and shared purpose.

?? Knowledge Sharing: Embrace the power of sharing real-life experiences, from triumphs to challenges, fostering an environment where being ‘real’ is encouraged and valued.

Professional Growth and Networking

?? Collaborative Opportunities: Engage with leaders and peers in brainstorming sessions, opening doors to innovative collaboration and inclusive leadership practices.

?? Career Acceleration: Elevate your career with confidence by fostering inclusive leadership, driving professional growth and better communication.?

Development and Learning

?? Idea Exchange: Benefit from a community where exchanging and refining ideas is encouraged, supporting both your personal and professional development.

?? Comprehensive Development Programs: Participate in a year-long leadership development program, focusing on self-improvement and enhancing your leadership skills.

Exclusive Events and Resources

?? Quarterly ABM Events: Dive into the world of mentoring with our events focused on the power and importance of diverse mentorship.

?? Expert Panels and Q&A: Gain exclusive access to member-only panel discussions, featuring co-marketing opportunities and engaging Q&A sessions.

Continuous Engagement and Learning

?? Aspiring Leaders Circle: Join our monthly sessions designed to foster growth and support among upcoming leaders within the community. Monthly topics include Effective communication skills, including public speaking and confidence, improve leadership and teamwork,uncovering and understanding unconscious bias, how to be an inclusive leader.

?? Leadership and DEI Expert Access: Enjoy bi-annual Q&A sessions with top leadership coaches and DEI experts, providing a platform to ask pivotal questions and gain insights including managing challenging conversations and give effective feedback.

Digital Connectivity and Perks

?? Member Directory and Chat: Connect with peers through our app's member directory and chat function, enhancing your networking opportunities.

?? On-Demand Leadership Content: Access a wealth of leadership videos anytime, anywhere, through our dedicated app, facilitating ongoing learning.

Exclusive Membership Benefits

?? Guest Privileges: Extend the experience to a friend with a free guest pass, sharing the value of the Netwomen community.

?? Speaking Opportunities: Amplify your voice by speaking at Netwomen events and on Netwomen Uncut podcast, sharing your insights and experiences with a wider audience.

Recognition and Offers

?? Netwomen Certification: Earn an Inclusive Leadership Certification badge, showcasing your commitment to diversity and leadership excellence for 12 months.

?? Special Discounts: Enjoy discounts on our specialised 12-week team programs and one-on-one leadership coaching, designed to fast-track your career advancement.

Choose the membership that suits your needs: ï¿¡297/$297 quarterly or ï¿¡997/$997 annually, and embark on a journey of growth, networking, and elevation with Netwomen.

More Information Here

About Netwomen

Netwomen helps organisations increase profits by elevating females to senior?positions and helping keep them there. We offer online DEI and women in leadership training and development?programs to leaders and middle management, mastermind/peer support, and DEI global collaboration sessions via our Ed-tech platform to move the needle on DEI. Our mission is 50:50 gender split. We partner with organisations that are forward-thinking and want a competitive?edge in UK, USA and Canada.?Netwomen?is a certified female-owned?and minority business with We Connect and MSDUK.

We differentiate ourselves from other women’s networks with our agile, tailored, diverse approach and scope for scalability for projects with our talented ex-corporate associates working remotely for the USA.?

Pinky Ghadiali?is the CEO and founder of?Netwomen, she is a transformational inclusive leadership coach and has been working with?executives and leaders for the last 10 years to help drive change and increase profitability by breaking the glass ceiling. She continues to coach leaders on 1:1 basis in addition to facilitating DEI programs, peak performance training and coaching, HR programs and women in leadership programs.