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LSU’s law school reaches a new milestone for women—but still lags
Compared to Louisiana's other three law schools, the university still maintains the smallest percentage of female students for every year but one dating back to 2011—and remains behind behind the national average for female enrollment.
How I Got Started: Tia Whittington of H Kyle Boutique
She began marketing her products on Etsy in 2014, and the orders kept coming. Now she has a storefront.
Louisiana companies are still figuring out flex time
Employees are renegotiating relationships with their employers.
Kids who attend preschool are better prepared for school—and life
Without looking at school records, kindergarten teachers can tell which kids attend preschool by the level at which they perform in pre-reading skills and math concepts, play with their classmates, and behave in the classroom. [Sponsored by the East Baton Rouge Parish School System]
Lacey Conway is taking over
Meet the South Louisiana woman who's now in the top spot at a company with $4.5 billion in sales last year. The advice she lives by? Don't be afraid to make a decision.
Renee Chatelain is building an arts hub
This year, she oversees what is arguably the Arts Council’s biggest project yet.
10 tips for taking care of you in 2020
From weighted blankets to volunteering, some outside-the-box health tips from local wellness pros.
10 books Baton Rouge women in business are reading
Time to start aiming for your 500 pages a day. Or squeeze in just a bit more book time.
LinkedIn: Social media that means business
Your LinkedIn profile is critical—and it works for you.
Why ‘doing it all’ should never be a goal
Meet time management coach Anna Dearmon Kornick, who just launched a weekly podcast called 'It’s About Time'.
Women: Dominating PR in BR
It isn't all parties and red carpets.
Lean in or step back: How to choose what works for you
Kean Miller LLP Partner Katie Bell shares how she found work-life balance with two young boys at home and a key role on a multimillion-dollar trial case. [Sponsored by Kean Miller LLP]
LSU’s Kristine DeLong leads a team studying climate change
The LSU paleoclimatologist and other Gulf Coast scientists are examining coral's past to determine what its future may hold.
Outsiders and the C-suite
Not from Louisiana? It can be tough getting in the executive-level door.
When imposter syndrome hits
It's the high-achieving, highly successful people who usually experience it.
Where is she now? Erin Monroe Wesley is moving up
After stints in nonprofit and politics, she's back in the private sector as a regional VP.
Nominate a colleague or friend for Influential Women in Business
Business Report honors distinguished professional women in the Capital Region.
Success Plan Step 1: Your Core Values
The first in a new series for The Network for women in the early- and mid-stages of their careers.
Dima Ghawi: Three messages for rising in business
Simplify your workload. Reconsider leadership opportunities. Find your voice.
I’m feeling uninspired at work …
Before you quit, see if you can create some energy and inspiration though these alternative strategies.
