Are you a gym rat, or a geek? Of course, we know it isn’t a dichotomy and it isn’t necessarily one or the other, but for argument’s sake, let’s just say it is. Classically, it was the meathead gym-culture guys that always got the hot babes, while the nerdy bookish types were teased and ignored.… Continue reading Women want geeks, not gym rats
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Why knowing the connection between women, social media, and blogs is important for businesses
There is a definite connection between women, social media, and blogs, but not many businesses are aware of it. Reading articles about how women are dominating the internet is one thing, but knowing how to use what you read to your business’ advantage is another. So what is the connection between the three? — Trust.
Tech needs more women
Most of the gender boundaries in America have been broken down in recent decades as women are now doing more things that used to be male-dominated while men are doing more things that were once female-dominated. The technology world is one arena where there is still a disproportionately lower number of women. It’s changing, but… Continue reading Tech needs more women
The softer side of social helps women stay professional: @HybridMom
In the fast moving world of tech (and the faster moving world of social media) finding the happy medium between family and professional life can be a challenge. It is particularly challenging for women at times because of heightened familial expectations mixed with equal professional responsibilities with their male counterparts. As part of our ongoing… Continue reading The softer side of social helps women stay professional: @HybridMom
Tech Needs More Women
There, I said it. The tech industry needs more women to get in and make things right again. It’s way too male dominated and it doesn’t have to be. Over half of the professionals in the United States are women. They account for nearly 50% more college degrees than men. With this kind of knowledge,… Continue reading Tech Needs More Women
Facebook’s Accidental Misogyny
Now this is an odd bug, if I’ve ever heard of one. Apparently, thousands of female Facebook users have been attempting to log on, only to find their accounts deactivated. Spooky. And this has been going on for a few days, too. Said Facebook user Valerie L to Huffington Post of the bug: “It said… Continue reading Facebook’s Accidental Misogyny
A New iPhone In China Appears, Aimed For Women?
Nope. While it does have the Apple branding on it, we are certain that this thing is nothing more than a Chinese knock-off that has a cute design. It is supposedly called the “Leady Apple” (maybe Google Translate is having a very bad day), and it looks like a blend between a mirror and phone. But… Continue reading A New iPhone In China Appears, Aimed For Women?
Geek Chic NOT Aimed At Guys
Geek gadgetry has a new, previously untapped market: Women. For years, technology and geek chic has been the domain of males, typically the kind living in their parents basement with Cheeto stains on their shirts who think that corduroy is the height of fashion, but that’s set to change. Wearable technology is an evolving market… Continue reading Geek Chic NOT Aimed At Guys