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To quote the American chef and writer Ruth Reichl: “One of the secrets to staying young is to always do things you don’t know how to do, to keep learning.”
Tanja Sternbauer
- Jul 10
- 4 min
the power of upskilling: top skills for female professionals in 2023 and beyond
With the job market constantly changing and the economy on a rollercoaster ride, it's the best time to invest in upskilling!
112 views
Kathryn Rothwell
- Jul 5
- 4 min
mastering your money: lessons on financial independence | leadership spotlight
Here's how becoming financially independent will allow you to maintain more control over your work, career and home lives.
100 views
Natashia Shukla
- Apr 19
- 10 min
meet the women driving the energy transition in the world's most liveable city
Eight out of a total of twelve business area managers at Austria's biggest energy provider are female and together they ensure that...
179 views
Kathryn Rothwell
- Mar 30
- 5 min
we're working on closing the gender leadership gap
the female factor's manifesto is to close the gender leadership gap. But what is that exactly? And what can you do about it?
231 views
Sigrid Uray-Esterer
- Mar 30
- 4 min
what's job sharing and why is everybody talking about it?
Job sharing is a concept where two people can share a position, either full-time or part-time. But what's so great about about it?
66 views
Kathryn Rothwell
- Mar 30
- 5 min
from junior to leader- climbing the career ladder
We love to develop our interns into leaders and speaking to our partner ARTUS, we found out they do too! Here's 5 junior to leader stories.
168 views
Kathryn Rothwell
- Mar 30
- 6 min
From chef to director of marketing - how to own your non-linear career | leadership spotlight
Interview with Michelle Matus, Director of Marketing at Meister on forging her non-linear career path to leadership.
537 views
Mahdis Gharaei
- Mar 30
- 7 min
in conversation with Postbus' Board Member - Silvia Kaupa-Götzl
We sat down with Silvia Kaupa-Götzl, board member at Österreichische Postbus AG for an interview on her journey to leadership.
58 views
Kathryn Rothwell
- Mar 30
- 7 min
leadership & self-care: reaching your full potential | leadership spotlight
Leadership and holistic health coach, Heidi Hauer on how self-care, nutrition and mental health reinvented how she showed up for work.
95 views
Iryna Tytarchuk
- Feb 23
- 6 min
how female Ukrainian entrepreneurs are navigating war
One year on from the beginning of conflict in Ukraine, we learn how 5 women-owned companies are navigating business during wartime
115 views
Kathryn Rothwell
- Jan 31
- 4 min
the ultimate expat career guide to Austria
From where to look for jobs to how to start your own business in Austria, we’ve covered it all in the ultimate expat career guide to Austria
4,159 views
Kathryn Rothwell
- Jan 24
- 6 min
trends shaping work in 2023 and what you should do about it
Many trends that will define work in 2023 will be reactions to the events of 2022. Here's what you can do about the changing workplace.
10,035 views
Tanja Sternbauer
- Dec 14, 2022
- 2 min
leadership skills of the future
Organisations must recognise the leadership skills of the future in order to future-proof themselves against today's ever-changing workplace
7,485 views
Kathryn Rothwell
- Dec 12, 2022
- 5 min
from associate to partner - the experience of women in law
We chatted with Stefanie and Theresa at PHH Rechtsanwälte to gain insight into the world of law from women working as associate and lawyer.
919 views
Kathryn Rothwell
- Dec 9, 2022
- 4 min
being bold and creating your own opportunities | leadership spotlight
We interviewed Beatrix Praeceptor, Chief Procurement Officer at Mondi about her journey to leadership by creating her own opportunities.
1,113 views
Kathryn Rothwell
- Dec 5, 2022
- 9 min
a beginner's guide to SEO
When it comes to working with the digital space and creating brand awareness, SEO is the ultimate key to long-term, organic business growth.
14,376 views
Kathryn Rothwell
- Nov 24, 2022
- 7 min
leading in corporate companies vs startups around the world | leadership spotlight
We sat down for a chat with CMO and CGO at Latana, Angeley Mullins to learn about her experience in corporates vs startups around the world.
1,126 views
Kathryn Rothwell
- Oct 24, 2022
- 6 min
how to build a purpose-driven career
It's clear; Gen Z want impact, purpose and to contribute to a better world. Here are some tips to help you build that purpose-driven career.
1,982 views
Aurelie Litynski
- Sep 19, 2022
- 4 min
10 simple ways to boost happiness at work
Want to feel happier at work? In celebration of the International Week of Happiness, Aurelie Litynski, shares her top tips.
15,724 views
Neha Karthik
- Sep 7, 2022
- 5 min
is there a right time to return to work after having a baby?
The question that all working moms or new mothers face. Here's some tips to help you feel like a confident and successful working mom.
486 views
Ripan Mahal
- Jul 27, 2022
- 5 min
from beginner to tech expert; how to start your career in tech
If you’re ready to build the foundations for a successful career in the tech industry, here are some tips to get you there:
337 views
Clara Mrkos
- Jul 19, 2022
- 2 min
when you give girls the room to experiment with their ideas - they change the future
Only 7% of startups in Austria are founded by women. Here's how one initiative in Austria is giving young people the room to fix that.
59 views
Kathryn Rothwell
- Jul 14, 2022
- 6 min
thriving and developing through adversity | leadership spotlight
How to rise to a leadership position whilst going through some of the hardest experiences of life? An honest chat with Deborah Edward.
4,112 views
Kathryn Rothwell
- Jul 5, 2022
- 5 min
work-life balance in a startup or scale-up - a myth?
Working in a startup can be exciting and dynamic, but at what expense? We sat down for a chat with Meister on all things work-life balance.
8,835 views
Marina Taraskina
- Jun 17, 2022
- 4 min
4 tips to ace your next negotiation
Negotiating will, at some point, play a part in any career journey. Get prepared to ace your next negotiation with our four foolproof tips.
149 views
Kathryn Rothwell
- Jun 13, 2022
- 6 min
sustainable jobs are the new cool, and Wien Energie tells us why
Not only are they the leaders of the Great Resignation, Gen Z are bound to alter the working world even further with their job role demands.
787 views
Marina Taraskina
- Jun 7, 2022
- 5 min
the top 10 expat friendly companies in the Czech Republic
Job hunting as an expat can be a challenge- how about you leave it to us? Here's the top 10 expat-friendly companies in the Czech Republic.
1,890 views
Kathryn Rothwell
- May 10, 2022
- 3 min
how upskilling can future proof your career
The European economy will soon be missing 1.67M professionals in digital jobs. Upskilling is your key to future proof skills and promotion.
8,063 views
Ana-Maria Cazacu
- May 1, 2022
- 6 min
the top 10 expat friendly companies in Slovenia
Finding an English speaking job in Slovenia is not always easy. We did the work for you, here is a list of the top 10 companies to work for.
1,944 views
Kathryn Rothwell
- Apr 19, 2022
- 6 min
the top 10 expat friendly companies in Hungary
Always wanted to live and work in Hungary but can't find an english speaking job? Here's the list of the best companies hiring expats.
5,959 views
Melike Dogan
- Mar 13, 2022
- 5 min
why minimalism will improve your focus in life
Discover the concept of minimalism and the feeling of freedom when you channel your focus onto life's most important things.
218 views
Marina Taraskina
- Feb 18, 2022
- 3 min
how to get more job offers in 5 minutes
The job-searching process can be a pain, but does it have to be? Here's how you get more job offers in a few quick steps.
21,996 views
Kathryn Rothwell
- Feb 17, 2022
- 3 min
Raiffeisen Bank International and the female factor join forces
The female factor is proud to announce a new partnership with Raiffeisen Bank International (RBI), a leading corporate and investment bank i
130 views
Kathryn Rothwell
- Jan 30, 2022
- 7 min
the top 10 expat friendly employers in Austria
A comprehensive guide of the top 10 employers to help current and future expats navigate their way around the Austrian job market.
7,231 views
Kathryn Rothwell
- Dec 16, 2021
- 6 min
how to get a job you love - tips from corporate and HR leaders
HR experts and corporate leaders share their inside scoop on the most successful hacks on finding the perfect job match.
36,553 views
Tanja Sternbauer
- Dec 12, 2021
- 4 min
setting kickass goals for 2023
The holiday times could be the best time to set your goals for the upcoming year. Here's how to crush it.
516 views
Kathryn Rothwell
- Dec 2, 2021
- 2 min
Wien Energie renews partnership with the female factor
The female factor is proud to announce the continuation of our successful partnership with Wien Energie, Austria’s largest energy provider.
82 views
Kathryn Rothwell
- Nov 19, 2021
- 3 min
the female factor x EY launch the future of work survey
The Great Resignation? Boomerang Employees? Buzzwords or soon reality? The female factor and EY are set to find out what the future of work
106 views
Kathryn Rothwell
- Nov 17, 2021
- 2 min
the female factor x Senat der Wirtschaft launch new podcast: leaders talk
Christine Antlanger-Winter, how does one actually become the boss of Google in Austria? Mahdis Gharaei, co-CEO of the female factor, asks hi
79 views
Tanja Sternbauer
- Oct 8, 2021
- 2 min
Binder Grösswang Rechtsanwälte partners with the female factor
The female factor is proud to announce a partnership with Binder Grösswang lawyers, ranked among the leading commercial law firms in Austria
69 views
Tanja Sternbauer
- Oct 7, 2021
- 3 min
Avanade and the female factor partner to achieve equal representation of women in IT
the female factor is proud to partner with Avanade, leading provider of innovative digital and cloud services on the Microsoft ecosystem.
155 views
Elifnaz Kabalci
- Sep 15, 2021
- 4 min
on the importance of collaboration from a female leader in tech
Ingrid Riehl, a senior executive with more than 24 years of global experience in b2b2c data and insight-driven businesses across...
109 views
Anda Larisa Popat
- Aug 31, 2021
- 3 min
top female-friendly job platforms to find your dream job in 2023
Getting your dream job as a woman is not easy – but now it’s easier. We’ve compiled for you a list of top female-friendly job platforms.
538 views
Melike Dogan
- Aug 29, 2021
- 4 min
why meditation can help your career
Why should you focus on implementing meditation practices in your life? Well it is good for both your well being and your career.
150 views
Judith Eppacher
- Aug 29, 2021
- 5 min
how not to lose your sanity while juggling job & family
Learn how to prioritise yourself through simple self care hacks for working moms in a world governed by stress and distraction.
67 views
Anda Larisa Popat
- Aug 25, 2021
- 5 min
how to find your dream job in 2023 - a step by step guide
A tailored step-by-step guide to help you get that dream job and discover yourself along the way.
21,392 views
Tanja Sternbauer
- Aug 24, 2021
- 3 min
the future of job platforms and why it matters for you as female talent
How you as female talent can leverage the current job market and make the job hunt a little easier for you.
168 views
angelini33
- Aug 23, 2021
- 4 min
learn from experience, lead by example
Learn from mentor Kaja Pavlinić on how to become a true female leader and activist, and discover how she has overcome challenges in her life
89 views
Tanja Sternbauer
- Aug 20, 2021
- 3 min
the future of tech is female
In male dominated industries it is often seen as a challenge to break in as a woman. Our the female factor mentor Anna Degtereva shows how y
164 views
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