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New Zealand resources and contactsOrganisationsBNIA business and professional networking organisation that allows only one person from each profession to join any chapter. Business Mentors NZ If you employ less than 25 people and your business is more than 12 months old, you are eligible for a business mentor. Dress For Success Provides interview suits, confidence boosts and career development to more than 30,000 women in over 70 cities internationally each year. Dress for Success is a not-for-profit organization which helps low-income women make tailored transitions into the workforce. They are always looking for women interested in helping in a variety of ways including repairing garments and fundraising. Department of Labour, Pay and Employment Equity Unit Gap - The Business and Professionals Association Gap is an established organisation which provides support to gays and lesbians in business, and organises events and occasions for members to network and do business with each other. Her Business Networks The networks have existed throughout New Zealand for over ten years. Her Business Group is the national sponsor, coordinator and administer of the Her Business Networks and maintains the philosophy of the original Wise Women Networks in providing opportunities for women who are seriously interested in self employment to get together, and to encourage and learn from one another through regular meetings. There is an annual subscription fee which entitles you to a variety of discounts and services. Homebizbuzz Winner of the Best Small Business Web Site in New Zealand at the 2002 NetGuide Web Awards, this site provides a vast array of useful information to anyone starting out in business, as well as existing businesses, including a free newsletter. Māori Business Facilitation Service This is a free business development service for Māori interested in starting up a business or wanting to improve an existing business. The service is for commercial opportunities only, and targets small to medium-sized businesses. It operates from the Te Puni Kokiri and Māori Trust Office regional offices. Māori Women's Development Inc MWDI was formed in 1987 with the assistance of Ministerial action and the goodwill of the National Council for Māori Women's Welfare League Inc to meet business, employment and financial demands. They provide loans of up to $20,000 to help Māori women start or expand businesses It aims to encourage Māori women and men into business as well as building a network of Māori in business. National Advisory Council on the Employment of Women (NACEW) This site is aimed at women you are considering become self-employed business owners. It includes a number of case studies, as well as links to relevant papers. New Zealand Centre for Women and leadership An initiative of Massey University with a mission to promote leadership opportunities for women through education, research, consultancy and community activity. New Zealand Federation of Business & Professional Women Inc BPW NZ promotes equity for all women in the workplace through advocacy, education and information, and has 31 branches throughout New Zealand. Poutama Trust Māori business development grants The Poutama Trust, established in 1988, offers grants for Māori business development. The grants are available for investigating new business opportunities, training in business skills, and purchasing products or services to aid business growth. Micro-Finance assistance is available to micro and small businesses through Te Putea Whanake (Business Development Investment). Socket Socket is an informal gathering for creative and complementary businesses owned or run by women in Wellington, Aotearoa. Successful speaking This local site contains a women's resource page as well as access to No Dead Snakes, a free quarterly email newsletter that provides you with techniques and tips for improved communication. Women in Technology WIT's purpose is to support and enable women in technology to reach their career and personal goals. Women on Boards (Min. of Women's Affairs) The Nominations Service aims to increase the number of women leaders and decision-makers on state sector governance boards and committees. Yourbiz This is a great local site developed by business owners for business owners. Free registration.
Research papers onlineBreaking the cultural mould: the key to women's career success This Australian written paper was commissioned by Hudson who are an international recruitment and human resources company. Published in November 2004, it presents a brief background to the facts about women's participation in workforce management and why this is an important issue for employers. The paper addresses issues of women using Australian and New Zealand examples and statistics and concludes with recommendations for actions to alleviate gender bias in order to promote organisational cultures that sustain and support women. Discovering the potential of women in small business / Claire Massey & Candice Harris (New Zealand Centre for SME Research Massey University) (2003) Global Entrepreneurship Monitor (GEM) 2005 Report on Women and Entrepreneurship New Zealand Census of Women's Participation (2006) Census of women's participation A joint production between the Human Rights Commission and the New Zealand Centre for Women & Leadership, the Census is a public benchmarking tool which provides nationwide data on women in leadership and decision-making positions in private and crown companies, business, law, politics and the top rungs of academic life. New Zealand Women & Micro-finance / Claire Massey & Candice Harris, New Zealand Centre for SME Research, Massey University (2003) Sites of hope and Success? : a cross-perpetual study of executive women in the New Zealand Public and Private Sectors / Judith K. Pringle & Su Olsson Women's participation in the labour force / Grant Johnston (Treasury working paper June 2005) Abstract: Labour force participation is a topical issue in New Zealand. It is well known that the participation of New Zealand women aged 25-39 is low in comparison with women in other OECD countries. There has been considerable interest in policies which might raise women's participation. This paper provides a base of information on women's labour force participation in New Zealand and in other OECD countries. workINSIGHT Pathways for Women (Department of Labour) This is part of a work-insight series published by the Department of Labour and looks at the pathways women take through education, training and work. Work-life Balance in New Zealand : a snapshot of employee and employer attitudes and experiences / Dr. Lindy Fursman Work-Life Balance Project Department of Labour (July 2006) International contacts and resourcesCatalystCatalyst is a non-profit organization working to advance women in business and the professions. This research organization has systematically tracked women's progress in the workplace and publishes this information on the web site. 2005 Catalyst Census of Women Corporate Officers and Top Earners of the Fortune 500 This publication marks the tenth year Catalyst has tracked women in Fortune 500 corporate officer positions. While we celebrate this milestone, we find little to celebrate in the data. Digital-women This site provides an international online community for women who run their own business, business women, and all women generally. Although the financial information provided is mostly relevant to America, there are also lots of free business resources and tools. These include links to articles covering a wide range of business topics. Dotcomdivas.net This is a supportive, open forum for women Internet entrepreneurs. Benefit from the knowledge, resources, and information shared by members! Membership is FREE as well as access to their newsletter. WomanOwned Tools and resources for businesswomen, including business plans, start up information, funding resources, and other tools. Library resourcesOur small business page with links and resources
MagazinesHer magazineA New Zealand bi-monthly publication which features positive articles relating to women in business including success stories and personal growth topics. (found Central Library 1st floor north). Indexed on INNZMybusinessAustralian small business magazine (found Central Library 1st floor north). ArticlesThe articles below which have links are from the EBSCO database, part of mygateway.info and can be accessed fulltext online. If you have not accessed Ebsco within the last thirty days, you need to login here first.10 keys to business successAuthor: Mandic, LisaIn: HER Business, Apr 2006; n.66:p.38-39 Abstract: A business expert from River Empowerment gives advice to women who want to launch their own business ventures. Outlines 10 essential aspects of forming and running a successful business. (only available Central Library 1st floor) The age of the clever femaleAuthor: Ivey, Ian ian.ivey@nextcorporation.net.Source: NZ Business; Jul2006, Vol. 20 Issue 6, p9 Abstract: The article discusses the reasons behind the business successes of women executives. It also looks at trends in female employment and how women characteristically approach business concerns. Are you charging what you are worth?Author: Jane FrancisSource: HER Business, Nov 2006; n.73:p.66-67 Abstract: Discusses the problems that many women in business have regarding setting a price for work and asking for money and the various reasons for this. (only available Central Library 1st floor) Beyond the Glass CeilingAuthors: Applebaum, MichaelSource: Brandweek; 9/11/2006, Vol. 47 Issue 32, p36-42, 7p, 1 chart, 6c Abstract: Publishes the results of a series of interviews with executive women conducted by the magazine Brandweek in the United States. The article discusses the reasons and differing personality traits that have driven women in their careers. Building a sandwich empireAuthor: Baker, GlennSource: NZ Business; Apr2006, Vol. 20 Issue 3, p22-23, 2p Abstract: The article profiles Tracey King who is the co-owner of three Subway stores in Auckland, and looks at her family and educational background. Find a mentor & find successAuthor: Parker, EmmaSource: HER Business, Nov 2006; n.73:p.68-69 Abstract: Outlines the value of using a mentor to progress in business. Explains how to find a mentor and how to set up the relationship. (only available Central Library 1st floor) The New Zealand Management April 2005 issue (vol 52 no 3)has a series of articles about businesswomen. The whole issue can be read online (It is also available in hard copy at Central Library 1st floor)The mother myth (to access directly from the Listener website)Author: Black, Joanne Source: Listener, 18 Feb 2006; v.202 n.3432:p.14-20 Abstract: This article discusses the effect on women, their families and society in general of the influx over the past two generations of women into the paid workforce. It also discusses recent government costs and shortage of childcare services. The article also looks at the situation in the United States and United Kingdom. Standing on the glass ceilingAuthor: Eichblatt, SamIn: Prodesign, Feb/Mar 2006; n.81:p.36-40 Abstract: Considers the low profile of women in the design industry. Speaks to a number of successful female designers about the gender imbalance and why, despite a significant number of women working in the field, they are still under represented in public roles. (only available Central Library 1st floor) What Women Want (cover story)Author: Stuart, Alix NybergSource: CFO; Jun2006, Vol. 22 Issue 7, p46- (8p) Abstract: The article focuses on women's responsibilities on being in senior management in business corporations. In the author's opinion, as women approach the top, the pull between work and life--caring for parents, raising children, making time for a spouse--seems to pull harder at women than at men. Balancing the two often means short changing one or the other. Some women do manage that balancing act, although they remain relatively rare. According to a survey, fewer than 10 percent of CFOs in either the Fortune 500 or the Fortune 1,000 are women. INSET: Diversity in Finance.
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In good company : the essential business start-up guide for women / Rebecca Jordan and Kirsty Weir | |
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How to find a job after 50 : from part-time to full-time, from career moves to new careers / Betsy Cummings | |
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Clearing the hurdles : women building high-growth businesses/ Candida G. Brush Female entrepreneurs : leading Australian businesswomen / Leiza Clark Comeback moms : how to leave work, raise children, and restart your career even if you haven't worked in years / Monica Samuels and J.C. Conklin The mom inventors handbook : how to turn your great idea into the next big thing / Tamara Monosoff Woman 2 woman : New Zealand women share their experiences of career and business / Amanda Ellis, June McCabe Last updated 13 November 2007 | ||
