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Insights from PepsiCo’s Grace Puma and How to Lead Your Team Better Recently, we came across an inspiring book titled Career Forward: Strategies from Women Who’ve Made It by Grace Puma, former executive vice president and COO of PepsiCo (Scribner/Simon & Schuster, February 2024). In this book, Puma empowers women to take ownership of their […]
How the AWVN Toolbox is Shaping Inclusive Workplaces Inclusivity in the workplace isn’t just a trend; it’s a fundamental shift in how organizations approach talent and growth. The AWVN (General Employers’ Association in the Netherlands) has developed a groundbreaking resource with their Toolbox “Gelijke Kansen op de Arbeidsmarkt” (translated: Equal Opportunities on the Labor Market […]
A Response to ‘Why We Hate Women” Over the years, I’ve witnessed the incredible power of sisterhood in the workplace—when it’s at its best, it’s a force that can uplift, inspire, and drive meaningful change. But as much as I’ve seen the strength that comes from women supporting women, I’ve also seen the other side. […]
𝗛𝗼𝗹𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗶𝗰 𝗵𝗲𝗮𝗹𝘁𝗵 𝗶𝘀 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗳𝘂𝘁𝘂𝗿𝗲 𝗼𝗳 𝗲𝗺𝗽𝗹𝗼𝘆𝗲𝗲 𝘄𝗲𝗹𝗹-𝗯𝗲𝗶𝗻𝗴 As organizations worldwide navigate the complexities of the modern workplace, a critical area of focus has emerged: employee health. However, this focus is shifting from a narrow view of avoiding burnout to embracing a holistic approach that nurtures physical, mental, social, and spiritual well-being. We align with […]
I would like to share my thoughts on the passing of Susan Wojcicki, who passed away on August 10th at the age of 56. Susan’s journey from renting out her garage to two Stanford students—Larry Page and Sergey Brin—to becoming the CEO of YouTube is a story of vision, courage, and resilience. In many ways, […]
As technology continues to evolve at an unprecedented pace, the role of women in driving this change is becoming increasingly critical. A recent BCG study highlights an important trend: senior women in technical roles are not just keeping pace with their male counterparts but are also leading the charge in adopting Generative AI (GenAI). This […]
We believe diversity and inclusion are not just buzzwords but fundamental pillars of a thriving and innovative workplace. As we celebrate Pride today, we reaffirm our commitment to creating a psychologically safe environment where everyone can bring their authentic selves to work. Embracing Diversity Diversity is the heartbeat of innovation. By bringing together individuals from […]
At 1for2 Social Innovation, we’ve recently had some discussions with clients and prospects facing budget constraints related to investments in psychological safety and organizational culture, due to DEI fatigue (Diversity, Equity, Inclusivity) among leadership. While some see inclusivity and its outcome psychological safety at the workplace, as an area to cut, the majority recognize its […]
Expressing emotions at work. It used to be better not to. However, it is wise not to ignore feelings and to make emotions work for you. ‘There is often valuable information behind them.’ This article was originally published on July 6th in Het Financiele Dagblad, and online here. A study conducted at four investment banks […]
A Commitment to Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion The liberation is celebrated today with the Keti Koti Festival. On this date, in 1863, the Emancipation Act came into effect, abolishing slavery in Suriname and the Dutch Antilles. In Rotterdam, the monument at Lloydkade stands as a reminder, located where ships of the Rotterdam slave trading company […]