As the husband of a successful female CEO and mother, I can tell you I have met Wonder Woman. From her demanding schedule to spending weeks overseas on business, her life is non-stop, to say the least. Her income supports our family and, in turn, I support her by caring for our two children and […]
Female Breadwinners – How To Be and Support a Successful Woman
Women have long-established how well they can provide, as evidenced by the fact that for years they have outpaced men in receiving college degrees. In 1978, for the first time, more women than men earned associate degrees, according to data from the U.S. Department of Education. Four years later, more women than men earned bachelor’s […]
The B Words – Four Things Successful Women in Leadership Aren’t Saying
Congratulations! You have risen to the ranks of some of the most successful women in business. As much of an accomplishment that is, not everyone shares the same enthusiasm for women in leadership roles. Recent studies have discovered that many men feel threatened by their female superiors. While that isn’t so surprising, what is surprising […]
Work-Life Balance and the Female CEO
As a busy CEO, wife, and mother, my wife Mirka juggles a very hectic schedule. If I had to pinpoint the single-most question that she is asked by friends, colleagues and even strangers, it would have to be, “How do you find the right balance between work and life?” She explains that it’s not a […]
The Silent Partner – Influential Women and the Spouses Who Support Them
We’ve all heard the song Wind Beneath My Wings. In this breathtaking ballad, Bette Midler pays a heartfelt homage to her husband, whom she portrays as the person who has, quite selflessly, been her rock, inspiration and unwavering support throughout her long and illustrious career (insert tear here). While Bette’s position and role in her […]
IWF – Men Standing Behind Women
Men Standing Behind Women: Shifting the Conversation International Women’s Forum Pittsburgh Today I was honored to be part of an International Women’s Forum – IWF panel discussion. Hosted by the Pittsburgh Chapter in the beautiful Kelly Strayhorn Theater (KST). First, we toured the KST and learned more about the theater’s programs and history. The […]
