Education & Workforce

‘But is she likable enough?’

Women who behave in authoritative ways risk being deemed difficult, brusque or bossy, while those who are too nice risk having their competence questioned. How to escape the very real likability trap that still exists in the modern workplace.

Coaching your team to avoid office drama

It takes intentional focus to create a drama-resistant culture.

Vacations need not be long to have impact

You don’t need a budget-busting two-week trip abroad to feel refreshed.

LSU student entrepreneurs are predicting crime before it happens

A group of LSU computer science students have turned a crime prediction software project into Crimer, a tech startup venture.

Calling Louisiana to boost state’s trained workforce

Industry leaders are battling the stigma attached with not getting a four-year degree with a Louisiana Calling campaign designed to boost the state’s trained workforce.

Wanted: Job postings that attract attention by telling it like it is

In a tight labor market, Baton Rouge businesses are using more descriptive—and more direct—job posting language in the hunt for would-be employees.
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Executive Spotlight: Christopher D’Elia

Executive Spotlight: Christopher D'Elia recently celebrated his 10th year as dean of LSU's College of the Coast & Environment, the longest continuous tenure of any presently serving LSU dean.

Design: Park Elementary School

Design: Park Elementary School is a 21st-century facility that alllows faculty and staff to educate students using enhanced project-based learning.

Turning tech tides in the Silicon Bayou 

The tech industry in Louisiana and Baton Rouge is growing and women are part of the cutting edge.  

Wanted: More female talent

A growing wave of Capital Region companies are going all out to recruit more women to their workforce.