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  • Are Men Really To Blame For Workplace Conflicts Between Women?

    Are Men Really To Blame For Workplace Conflicts Between Women?

    In a MSNBC blog post it was suggested that women aren’t interested in helping each other in the workplace. According to a 2007 study by the Workplace Bullying Institute cited in the MSNBC article, women were more likely to target other women (71 percent), compared to men who bully other men (54 percent.) This was shocking. I personally hadn’t realized just how much women battle amongst themselves in the workplace. Is Male Domination In Top Leadership Positions Affecting A Woman’s [...]

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  • Why Aren’t Females Getting Involved With Technology?

    Why Aren’t Females Getting Involved With Technology?

    A 2009 study by the Department of Labor lists the usual suspects when it comes to occupations for women. These include: Adminstrative Assistants Teachers Nursing Receptionists Yet, there isn’t a single mention of a technological job role such as a computer scientist, software developer or website developer. I got thinking about this topic after reading a PBS Q & A with Cynthia Breazeal. Cynthia is Associate Professor of Media Arts and Sciences and Director of the Robotic Life Group at the [...]

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  • Who Will Buy A 3G iPhone?

    Who Will Buy A 3G iPhone?

    Last year the launch of the iphone was revolutionary. Everyone knew about it. When Steve Jobs gave his keynote in San Francisco at WWDC I went to the Prince Street Apple store in SoHo, New York to get opinions from people shopping. Chris Pirillo is getting one for the GPS. Maybe it isn’t necessary for everyone, but it’s going to be really cool to see the apps developed for GPS on the 3G iphone. I can’t wait. It’s so exciting!! [...]

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