In this impactful episode of the Developing the Leader Within Podcast, we are excited to welcome Heather Powers, CEO and founder of the Power Lane, and author of “The Power Lane: Why Keeping Moms in the Workforce Revs the Economy.” Heather is on a mission to empower working mothers to maintain their career momentum without guilt or exhaustion while guiding organizations to enhance engagement and retention of this invaluable talent.
Join us as we delve into the pressing issue of how companies often fail working mothers and the significant costs associated with these oversights. Heather shares her insights on the unique challenges faced by working moms, the economic implications of not supporting them, and the critical need for open communication in the workplace.
You will learn the following:
1. The economic advantages of retaining working mothers in the workforce. 04:00
2. Common pitfalls organizations face that hinder the success of working moms. 07:58
3. Practical strategies leaders can implement to better support their working mothers. 13:33
4. The importance of communication and collaboration in fostering a supportive work environment. 16:24
5. How to initiate retention conversations that truly resonate with working moms. 20:24
To get in contact with Heather:
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/heather-l-powers/
Website: https://heatherlanepowers.com
Book: https://heatherlanepowers.com/book
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