Rebecca Shambaugh

Internationally recognized leadership expert, author, and keynote speaker

When Developing Executive Presence, Remember EI

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If I had to identify one action that executives in any industry could take to move their leadership ability from good to great, it would be to develop their executive presence. And if I had to pinpoint perhaps the most influential dimension of presence that high potentials could focus on improving, it would be to […]

Things to Remember as We Take Stock of International Women’s Day – Take the Lead!

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March 8 had a different level of urgency and awareness this year compared with International Women’s Day celebrations in the recent past. Thanks to the #MeToo and Time’s Up movements, much has changed just in the last few months when it comes to how issues related to gender equality in the workplace are perceived, discussed, […]

Focus Less on Metrics, More on Behaviors to Move Needle for Gender Equality

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Groundbreaking new research by five economists sheds some fresh light on the gender pay gap and points the way toward a needed shift in the way that organizations approach diversity strategy. Spoiler alert: the findings provide more support for SHAMBAUGH’s assertion that the metrics-based way many companies still approach diversity strategy—relying on numbers to measure […]

Mentoring Movement Needed, But Won’t Work Unless Men Feel Invited

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In the wake of their recent survey that revealed men are more hesitant to mentor women since the #MeToo dialogue started last fall, Lean In has launched a new initiative for men to mentor women. Called #MentorHer, this important program adds another welcome push on men to do their part in making workplace gender inequities […]

It’s One Thing to Talk About Gender Equality-But Another to Act on It

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Davos provides us with a look at the state of gender imbalance in a microcosm. The 2018 World Economic Forum (WEF) generated much commentary about the still-too-low number of women—just 21 percent of total conference participants—in attendance. Conference organizers looked for the silver lining in the stats, pointing out that this slim percentage of female […]

What People Are Saying About Rebecca Shambaugh

Rebecca’s talk was excellent, very informative and engaging. This was the best talk I’ve attended at IBM. Not only was it informative but I will be utilizing Rebecca’s concepts in my career planning. — Vice President, IBM

The Women’s Investment Group of the CFA Society of Washington, DC, was thrilled to have Rebecca be our keynote and speak about the importance of “executive presence” in the workplace. We were inspired by her insights and ideas, and learned of tangible and practical ways to develop personal and professional presence. Rebeca’s best seller book, Make Room For Her is a must-read and hearing Rebecca speak is a must-do! — Founder, CFAW Women’s Investment Network

It is always inspiring to hear from Rebecca Shambaugh, an influential, powerful women leader. I was particularly intrigued by the interactive exercises used within the presentation to promote self-awareness and personal branding. Rebecca’s engaging approach, personal stories, and exercises shared were incredibly helpful in identifying my own personal strengths in the workplace which can be leveraged within my company for obtaining additional responsibilities in my current role. I hope to attend other presentations of Rebecca in the future. — Forté Foundation

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What both men and women and the organizations can do to foster a better balance of leadership perspective
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Have you ever felt “stuck” in your career—thought you’d hit the “glass ceiling?” Rebecca Shambaugh speaks at TEDx: It’s Not a Glass Ceiling, It’s a Sticky Floor

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