Ideas Made to Matter The Bias Cut

Forging a path from PhD to MD to Amazon Web Services advisor

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As an MD with a PhD in computer science, Christine Tsien Silvers has always chosen the unexpected path, but that’s what makes her work fun.

Jun 29, 2022
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Ideas Made to Matter Economics

The imbalance of PhDs’ socioeconomic backgrounds

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Economics PhDs are more likely to have highly educated parents and come from a more socioeconomically advantaged background — and that’s a problem.

Jun 14, 2022
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Ideas Made to Matter The Bias Cut

This Flex exec taps the power of private conversation

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Sangeeta Lala learned early on that working with people is the best way to move ahead. “It is almost impossible to single-handedly be successful!”

May 25, 2022
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Ideas Made to Matter The Bias Cut

This eco innovator learned to speak up at an early age

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On her path from Wall Street to environmental nonprofit, Jessica Toth learned the importance of professional collaborations in personal development.

Apr 19, 2022
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Ideas Made to Matter My Idea Made to Matter

A ‘big, bold idea’ for better sanitary pads

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With its biodegradable, compostable sanitary pads, Saathi is pursuing sustainable and responsible manufacturing.

Apr 13, 2022
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Ideas Made to Matter Gender

Women are less likely than men to be promoted. Here’s one reason why

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Whether you use the Nine Box system or another assessment tool, new research suggests it’s time to rethink how you rate and track potential.

Apr 12, 2022
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Ideas Made to Matter The Bias Cut

Encouraging women to get more in contract negotiations

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Linda Vahdat has learned not all women are good bosses, and the glass ceiling still exists – especially in academic medicine.

Mar 7, 2022
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Ideas Made to Matter The Bias Cut

Z Corp. founder values female executives in board roles

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Levitronix board chair Marina Hatsopoulos knows the importance of interpersonal relationships and helping people grow by delegating.

Feb 14, 2022
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Ideas Made to Matter Change Management

This jewelry enterprise is a study in systems thinking

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Emerge was built on a clear problem statement, well-mapped feedback, and leveraged resources to help Sri Lankan girls learn business and life skills.

Jan 24, 2022
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Ideas Made to Matter The Bias Cut

This tech exec built a career on authenticity

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Julie Johnson sees investor interest in ESG and diversity tipping the scales in favor of more women in technology-based roles.

Jan 12, 2022
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