Better Measures for Economic Growth?
GDP has long been the standard barometer of economic growth or weakness. However, it does not tell you whether your economy is heading in the right direction. As technology makes over economies worldwide, will GDP be an accurate measure of growth in the future? […]
Yellen Out as Fed Chair
Janet Yellen, who will step down as head of the Federal Reserve in 2018, has two firsts to her name: the first woman to lead the Fed, and the first Fed chair in 40 years not to be asked to stay on for a second term. […]
Women at Work – How Can Men Help?
Women at Work – How Can Men Help? Sallie Krawcheck is a constant source of inspiration for me, and the October 25th issue of Ellevest’s newsletter illustrates why. […]
Fatigued by the Fight for Gender Equality?
Fatigued by the Fight for Gender Equality? Most in the corporate world aspire to achieve equality for women in the workplace. In fact, most U.S. companies indicate they are “very committed” to this goal and taking action to realize it, notes McKinsey & Company in its third annual ‘Women in [...]
Advice and Insight from Women Executives
Advice and Insight from Women Executives After years of conducting interviews for our WE Interview series, I find that looking back over my conversations in aggregate often affords the opportunity for new insights and reflection. 2017 has been a very busy year for WE Interviews as well as for our [...]
Cryptocurrency: Why is Fidelity Interested?
Cryptocurrency: Why is Fidelity Interested? Digital currencies like Bitcoin and Ethereum continue to garner attention in economic markets and the financial sector is taking note. Indeed, Abby Johnson, CEO of brokerage giant Fidelity, recently revealed that her company was actively exploring cryptocurrencies…and realizing gains. […]