In everyday working life, women often face specific challenges that can influence their career development. This workshop offers practical strategies for how women can successfully deal with these challenges and achieve their professional goals. Participants learn how to build self-confidence, strengthen their leadership skills, and use networks effectively to advance their careers. At the same time, it shows how they can position themselves confidently in the work environment and successfully represent their interests in negotiations and decision-making processes.

The targeted focus on women's career development in the working environment not only promotes equality, but also enables women to effectively pursue their professional goals and overcome obstacles. Mentoring, network building and targeted continuing education help you advance your career.

Benefits for you as a company:

• Promoting diversity and equal opportunities in companies
• Increasing employee retention and motivation through targeted career development
• Improving corporate image through an inclusive work environment
• Maximize the potential of talented employees
• Strengthening innovative capacity and creativity through diverse perspectives and experiences

1. Challenges and opportunities for women in the work environment

• Overview of gender equality at work: Current statistics and trends
• Why women's careers are often different and how you can prepare for them
• The importance of networking and mentoring for career success

2. Self-confidence and self-marketing

• The importance of self-confidence in everyday working life: How women can position themselves more strongly
• Strategies for self-marketing and how to effectively communicate your own successes
• How to deal with insecurities and self-doubt (imposter syndrome)
• Practical exercises: Preparation of a personal success strategy and a self-marketing plan

3. Communication in professional life: speaking clearly and assertively

• How women can be self-confident and assertive in meetings and negotiations
• The art of “saying no”: How to set limits without coming across as rude
• The importance of body language and non-verbal communication for professional success
• Practical exercises: body language in everyday working life and the right communication strategy in challenging situations

4. Work-life balance: Balancing career and personal needs

• Strategies for reconciling work and family: How to successfully manage both areas
• Techniques to improve work-life balance without jeopardizing professional success
• The importance of breaks, self-care, and personal boundaries
• Practical exercises: creating an individual schedule and prioritization strategies

5. Career planning and goal setting for women

• How women proactively plan their career steps and set specific goals
• The importance of networking, mentoring and visibility in a professional environment
• How to recognize and skillfully utilize career opportunities
• Practical exercises: Setting medium-term and long-term career goals and measures to achieve them

6. Leadership skills and the path to becoming a manager

• How women develop their leadership skills and are perceived as managers
• Strategies for advancement to management positions: What is expected of managers and how to meet these expectations
• The importance of emotional intelligence and empathy in leadership roles
• Practical exercises: Development of a personal leadership style and communication strategies as a manager

7. Mentoring and networks for career success

• Why mentoring is particularly important for women: Benefits and how to find the right mentor
• How to build and maintain a strong professional network
• The role of women's networks and initiatives to support women at work
• Practical exercises: networking strategies and identification of mentors and supporters

8. Stereotypes and Bias in the Workplace

• How prejudices and stereotypes influence career advancement and how you can counter them
• Strategies for self-assertion and dealing with gender discrimination
• The importance of promoting diversity & inclusion in companies and how women can drive these initiatives forward
• Practical exercises: reflecting on personal experiences and strategies to overcome bias in the work environment

9. Negotiation techniques for women: Successfully secure salary and career opportunities

• How women successfully negotiate salaries and receive appropriate rewards for their achievements
• Tips and techniques for negotiating career opportunities and career advancement opportunities
• The importance of preparation, self-confidence and clear objectives in negotiations
• Practical exercises: Simulated salary and promotion negotiations

10. Future prospects and long-term career development for women

• How women can plan their careers for the long term and react flexibly to changes
• The importance of continuous learning and development for career success
• The role of flexibility, self-reflection and adaptability for a sustainable career
• Practical exercises: Long-term career planning and preparation of a personal development plan

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