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9 Strategies to Attract More Women in Tech

Glassdoor for Employers

Get employees involved with local nonprofits that encourage girls and women in STEM fields. Hiring women and minorities into STEM roles is one thing; maintaining a culture that supports them is another. Source: Josh Bersin, Why Diversity and Inclusion Has Become a Business Priority, December 2015.

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An interview with Tracy Lee: How I went from Entrepreneur to Tech Evangelist — the Yellow Duck Podcast

Devskiller

Tracy examines the challenges of developing a ‘perfect’ company culture, and the pitfalls of a career in software development. She sold her company Dishcrawl to DinnerLab in 2015, and sits on the boards of nonprofits: SV Creates, Hacker Dojo, and Silicon Valley Young Professionals.

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Black History Month Resources: 3 Ways to Celebrate Black Excellence at Work

PowerToFly

What began as one week nearly a century ago evolved into an entire month to recognize the contributions of Black people in art, music, science, history, politics, and culture. has long minimized Black contributions to science, art, history, culture, and politics. The Netherlands: October, since 2015. The UK: October, since 1976.

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Diversity Hiring: the best candidate sources

EmployeeReferrals.com

It's so hard, in fact, that most people talk more about retaining diverse candidates than sourcing new ones (how many articles have you read about building a culture of inclusivity?). Cultural institutions, national councils, meetup groups, and even churches. And while that is good advice, it doesn’t have an immediate impact.

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Powerful women in business

Recruiting Blogs

Standing firmly in the Chief Operating Officer seat for social media platform Facebook since 2008, as well as the founder of Leanin.org, a nonprofit organisation created to offer women the ongoing support and inspiration to help them achieve their goals, Sheryl Sandberg is often included in the Time 100. Sheryl Sandberg. billion to $6.5

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9 Need-to-Know Recruitment News Stories – 21st September 2015

Social Talent

LinkedIn have just released their 2015 Talent Trends report , compiling responses from more than 1,600 professionals in the U.S. It can reinforce your employer brand and show off your culture — which is one of the top three factors in U.S. What Do the Latest U.S. Hiring Trends Mean For You. and Canada.

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Burnout Crisis: Why Companies Should Invest in Wellness Programs Now More Than Ever

Recruiting Daily Advisor

By prioritizing mental health and investing in wellness programs, organizations can actively build a supportive culture that people want to be—and stay—a part of. Encouraging open and authentic conversations (and leading by example) creates an environment of well-being and will build a culture of care and support over time.