Mark.Freed / 15 Mar 2019
I am delighted to have been given the opportunity to grow E2W’s recruitment business. I deliver bespoke recruitment services to leading financial services firms who are passionate about gaining the benefits of a more diverse workforce, by embedding an active and inclusive recruitment strategy into their process....
Read moreMark.Freed / 01 Mar 2019
Last week, as part of our International Women’s Day #Balanceforbetter post, we published an article by Mark Freed on why men should become allies on the road to equality. This week our friend Alessandra Wall, responds with “why are good men still finding is so hard to...
Read moreMark.Freed / 02 Jan 2019
“I’m just not sure what I can do about it…” “Listen, I’m not the one [insert discriminating behavior or state]! So what am I suppose to do?” It’s hard to be part of a system that unconsciously yet actively...
Read moreMark.Freed / 17 Dec 2018
We wish you all a Happy Christmas and Successful New Year. In her final article of the Year our guest contributor Dr Alessandra Wall gives her advice “Don’t fall into the trap of seasonal awareness and bliss, you are better than that”. As Christmas approaches...
Read moreMark.Freed / 10 Dec 2018
Have you noticed the number of books, posts, articles and interviews about the habits and lifestyles of people, who by all accounts, live an extraordinary life? There are decades worth of advice to catch-up on, if you wanted to read it all. Fortunately, you really only need to read a...
Read moreMark.Freed / 15 Nov 2018
5 EASY WAYS TO TRUST YOURSELF MORE Trust is a hard thing to build, even with yourself. Here are five simple things you can do to build more trust in yourself and have the confidence to move forward with your choices. 1. Make a choice, make many choices The first step...
Read moreMark.Freed / 07 Nov 2018
True, we can yield power, and there is power within us, yet we are limited – and we limit ourselves – in how we express it. Is that then really having power? There’s been much said and written about succeeding as a woman in a male-dominated world,...
Read moreMark.Freed / 31 Oct 2018
At E2W, we are passionate about helping women fulfil their potential within the financial services industry. We understand that achieving potential doesn’t always mean changing roles, but making the most of your existing position. To make that happen, there may be hurdles to overcome and...
Read moreTina.Freed / 10 Oct 2018
Today is International Day of the Girl – we asked our members to recount what they had wanted to be, who supported them and what stood in their way. Today is International Day of the Girl, a United Nations’ day of observance to highlight and address the needs...
Read moreTina.Freed / 27 Sep 2018
An Investment Banker has this advice for working Mothers – don’t neglect your children or your work. Juggling the demands of a family and a career in finance is tricky and requires a lot of organising, time management and effort. When considering a family whilst climbing the career...
Read moreMark.Freed / 25 Sep 2018
E2W are delighted to share the thoughts of our members and help them increase their profile in the industry. If you have something to say we would be delighted to publish it - your thoughts, ideas or story. Contact Mark for more details. Why...
Read moreMark.Freed / 20 Sep 2018
Doctor Who and the glass ceiling The phrase ‘glass ceiling’ is 40 years old this year – is it still relevant in today’s workplace? Regardless of whether you’re a fan of Doctor Who, it’s interesting that for the first time there...
Read moreMark.Freed / 12 Aug 2018
Story reproduced from the BBC 100 Women Series: 'Signing a gagging clause set me free' Non-disclosure agreements (NDAs) have been in the news recently - their controversial use by Harvey Weinstein and President Trump's lawyer has led some to question whether they disempower women. Here, one woman tells her story...
Read moreMark.Freed / 25 Jul 2018
Another fantastic E2W event! With talks from Monica Summerville and Nidhi Nikum, our members had the opportunity to learn and discuss raising their profiles and visibility whilst networking with like-minded, brilliant women. The room was abuzz with people sharing stories, experiences and advice. Thank you to Charles Brooks ...
Read moreMark.Freed / 28 Jun 2018
E2W is speaking to women who have been working in financial services over the decades to celebrate the 100 year anniversary of women securing the vote. This month Laura Wallis shares her inspiring story. Laura Wallis Head of Overseas Banks Division | International Banks Supervision | Prudential...
Read moreMark.Freed / 20 Jun 2018
E2W members have been treated to two workshops run by our friend, Fiona Murden. In May 2017 Fiona ran a workshop entitled ‘Becoming a better version of yourself’. We were fascinated to hear Fiona’s insights into the impacts of neuroscience, perceptions of position...
Read moreMark.Freed / 21 May 2018
Achieving positive outcomes from difficult discussions If you are expecting a conversation to be difficult or awkward, it probably will be – here are six points from the E2W Career Coach to help you prepare. Why do we find some conversations difficult? What makes some conversations require more...
Read moreRhian Bowler / 14 May 2018
The confidence conundrum and how to resolve it. Confidence comes up time and time again as being critical to success and it is! Here’s some guidance on how to build yours. Boosting your confidence levels How often has your confidence held you back from achieving...
Read moreRhian Bowler / 02 May 2018
Building bridges to the right people along your career path “How to win friends and influence people” – there’s something to be said for that when it comes to career progression but first you need to know who to influence. The E2W Career...
Read moreMark.Freed / 30 Apr 2018
Legal & General Investment Management - Working for Women E2W’s many clients across the City are all on the journey to gender parity, but they’re not all at the same stage. We’re starting a series of company profiles that will draw...
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