Edition No 201. What do you value?
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DEAR WOMEN WHO DO,
Authenticity seems to be the buzzword of the summer. With AI on the exponential rise, many are asking, what makes us human? That's why this week's SuiteSheet goes back to values. Asha Rangappa, Assistant Dean at Yale University’s Jackson School of Global Affairs, shares why moral courage is her non-negotiable. A recent Talking Circle with Gloria Steinem reflects on equity and inclusion in today's workplace. Finance expert Alejandra Rojas gives advice to lean into our resilience amidst financial headwinds. And why single women are asserting their independence through home ownership.
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Asha Rangappa on Moral Courage and Why Trust Is Everything
Asha Rangappa is an Assistant Dean and Senior Lecturer at the Yale University’s Jackson School of Global Affairs, former Associate Dean at Yale Law School and a former FBI Special Agent in the New York Division.
“I think that our current political moment requires courage. And for me, that's something I have sought to embody in speaking out and speaking the truth. It is a challenge for leaders everywhere - to have moral courage and the ability to discern what is right. To be able to take a risk and speak truth to power, even if it might result in losing something that you hold dear, whether that's money or power.”
EVENTS
A Talking Circle with Gloria Steinem: Equity and Inclusion in the Workplace
Last month, our founder Dee Poku and founder and CEO of Moms First, Reshma Saujani, gathered to host a Talking Circle with the legendary Gloria Steinem at her NYC apartment. Together, the group held space for an honest look at where we stand on equity and inclusion and what it will take to move forward together.
MOVE THE NEEDLE
The Rise of the Single Woman Homeowner
Single women are quietly reshaping the housing market. In 2023, they accounted for 17% of home purchases in the United States, according to the National Association of Realtors, compared to just 9% by single men. This milestone is particularly striking given the financial headwinds women continue to face, including persistent wage gaps, higher student debt, and disproportionate caregiving responsibilities.
MASTERCLASS MOMENTS
Alejandra Rojas on Building Financial Resilience in Uncertain Times
Alejandra Rojas is an entrepreneur, Forbes contributor, writer, and founder of Brown Way To Money, a financial mentoring platform that helps women overcome financial trauma and improve their relationship with money.
No business owner can pivot wisely without listening to the people they serve. Rojas argues that “the smartest thing you can do is ask and then listen deeply.” Even in crises, customers will often point the way to new opportunities, if leaders stay receptive.
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The Language of Trust: Everyday Strategies for Stronger Workplaces
In this masterclass, bestselling author and workplace strategist Minda Harts explores how trust transforms the way we communicate, connect, and work together. Using her groundbreaking Seven Trust Languages® framework, Minda shares practical, real-world strategies to help individuals and teams build stronger relationships, navigate conflict with confidence, and foster a culture of respect and belonging. Whether you're collaborating with colleagues, managing up, or simply seeking to strengthen your professional relationships, this session offers tools to help you show up with greater clarity, empathy, and impact. RSVP HERE