We know it’s rough out there. A regular day turns into the hardest one you’ve ever known—and serves as a reminder of what’s really important. We asked some of the smartest women we know from diverse backgrounds to talk about the toughest lesson they’ve ever loved. Their answers will surprise you.
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In a year of tough economic choices, the Working Mother Best Companies for Multicultural Women remained committed to the policies and programs that truly support working women of color, from the moment they walk in the door and as they grow in the company. Here is a look at the 23 companies who supported their women of color in 2010.
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When it comes to hiring, keeping and promoting women of color, five Best Companies for Multicultural Women are leading the way.
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Corporate cutbacks? Not where it matters to working families, say our winners. Read about premier benefits that make life manageable.
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The National Association for Female Executives, NAFE, names it's Top 50 Companies for Executive Women. These winners prove that companies with women at the top and a focus on the advancement of women in profit and loss positions have a better bottom line.
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America’s children can breathe easier with these innovators who are paving the way for a cleaner, greener world. Working Mother names companies who are following green paths, implementing recycling programs and reducing their carbon footprints.
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From cashiers and housekeepers on up to the corporate office, working moms at Working Mother's Best Companies for Hourly Workers are getting the benefits, training and flexibility they need to succeed. And their families benefit too.
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