Women who aspire to senior leadership roles face a number of systemic, gendered barriers. But a new study found that dealing with the symptoms of menopause doesn’t have to be one of them. Researchers studied 64 middle-aged peri- and postmenopausal women who held senior leadership positions to see if there were any throughlines in the way they navigated changes associated with menopause. The researchers found that these women tended to follow the archetypical “hero’s journey” arc: Symptoms started a quest for answers. Equipped with greater knowledge, they battled ignorance and stigma alongside a band of peers, mentors, and friends. Many women reported that overcoming challenges related to their symptoms helped them gain inner strength and new skills. Finally, their experiences motivated them to make a difference and improve systems for future women leaders. Understanding this arc can be a roadmap—and more optimistic story—for women leaders as they enter into this new phase of life.
Archives for November 3, 2025
How Do I Handle So Much Organizational Uncertainty?
A leader worries about how to adjust as the tide changes at her organization.
6 Low-Lift Ways to Coach Employees in the Flow of Work
Many leaders find coaching daunting. It feels time-consuming, intangible, and far removed from the hard metrics they’re used to managing. But coaching can be a flexible, everyday leadership behavior—not a rigid framework. There are six unconventional, real-world coaching practices that are quick, spontaneous, and deeply impactful: 1) Using in-the-moment nudges; 2) giving exposure; 3) connecting; 4) letting go; 5) coaching in context; and 6) modeling. Through spontaneous conversations, contextual feedback, and authentic human moments, leaders can build confidence, clarity, and capability in others.
Why AI shouldn’t entirely decide promotions and raises—and where the human touch matters
At our Fortune Global Forum, economics and geopolitical tensions were hot topics, but the future of the workforce and workplace also came up in many conversations.
Success Stories: Overcoming Barriers To Finding Fulfilling Employment
Despite the challenges, individuals across industries are proving that finding a fulfilling career after a disability is more than possible, it’s a way to regain financial stability, confidence and a sense of independence that can fuel personal growth. The Ticket to Work (TTW) Program provides SSDI beneficiaries a path back to employment with access to work incentives that protect their benefits while they explore new work opportunities.
Should you get PTO for breakups?
Workers are sounding off on social.
The surprising truth about why some people have better jobs than others
While luck controls some aspects of employability, the most hireable people are those who learn to adapt and evolve in the workforce.
Rhode Island’s New Hire Notice Requirements Go Live Jan. 1, Impacting All Employers
TakeawaysRhode Island’s amended Payment of Wages law requires employers to provide written notice to each employee at the start of employment.The notice must include the employee’s pay, allowances, deductions, pay schedule, and employment status, as well as the employer’s name, address, and contact information.Employers should update their onboarding processes to ensure compliance with this newly enacted law.Related links
OSHA Under OIRA’s Deregulatory Memo: What Changes to Expect and What’s at Stake
The October 21, 2025, memorandum from the Office of Management and Budget’s Office of Information and Regulatory Affairs (OIRA) sets out an aggressive framework to accelerate deregulatory actions across the federal government. Although the memo is addressed broadly to regulatory policy officers, its guidance has immediate and practical implications for
IRS Issues Roth Catch-Up Contribution Rules for Highly Paid Participants
On September 16, 2025, the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) released a final regulation providing guidance on how plan sponsors should implement a requirement under the SECURE 2.0 Act for catch-up contributions in retirement plans. For plan participants whose Federal Insurance Contributions Act (FICA) wages for the prior year exceed $145,000
Title IX Investigations and Interviewing Children Workplace Wake-Up with Jen Shaw
In this episode, Jen and fellow Shaw Law Group attorney and Title IX expert Katherine Guilford discuss Title IX investigations and the best practices for…
FordHarrison Accolades & Additions: Third Quater 2025
Jackson Lewis Recognized in 2026 Legal 500 Latin America Guide
SAN JUAN, PR (November 3, 2025) — Nationwide employment law firm Jackson Lewis P.C. is pleased to announce its inclusion in the 2026 edition of the Legal 500 Latin America guide, which highlights the region’s leading law firms and attorneys. The firm was ranked in the Labor and Employment category.
California Workplace Law Update
Navigating California’s employment law requirements can feel like a full-time job. With continuous developments in case law, new legislation and administrative regulations, maintaining compliance is a challenging task. Join Jackson Lewis P.C. attorneys for an insightful session that will provide the latest updates on employment law in the Golden State. This webinar is designed to help you stay informed and compliant with the ever-evolving legal landscape in California.
Littler Bolsters Labor Practice Group with the Return of Barbara Russell as a Shareholder in San Francisco
Littler Bolsters Labor Practice Group with the Return of Barbara Russell as a Shareholder in San Francisco
SAN FRANCISCO (November 3, 2025) – Littler, the world’s largest labor and employment law practice representing management, today announced the return of Barbara Russell as a shareholder in its San Francisco office. She