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How 30–60 Days Can Transform Your Career

Career growth isn't always a dramatic leap; it doesn't demand a new job, a bold decision, or a complete overhaul. The most meaningful progress starts right now, at this very moment, exactly where you are.

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You’ve Come Further Than You Think

November is the moment when all the big projects start to come together and the finish line for the year is in sight. There can be work still to do and work already done. We’re all climbing our own mountains, each at a different pace, each with a different view. So let’s celebrate progress, yours and other’s, even when it feels unfinished.

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This Is Your Sign to Breathe

Many of us show up even when we’re unwell, tired, stressed, or mentally drained. It’s called presenteeism, and it’s one of the earliest signs of burnout. Women are especially at risk, because the responsibility for others rarely switches off.

If you recognize that sense of disconnection, it might be time for a check-in.

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Three Ways to Boost Leadership Innovation Beyond AI

In BC’s Tourism & Hospitality industry, innovation in leadership goes far beyond AI. From embracing new ways of learning to building community connections and fostering psychologically safe workplaces, today’s most effective leaders are reshaping how teams thrive.

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Real Talk with Jenny Mourad

As Marketing Director at Discover Surrey, Jenny Mourad is redefining tourism marketing. In this interview, she shares her inspirations, leadership style, and how she’s shaping Surrey’s visitor experiences through community partnerships.

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Seven Years of WORTH: A Letter from Joanna

In this special anniversary letter, our founder & Executive Director Joanna Jagger shares what these seven years have taught her: about growth, about community, and about what’s possible when women support women, not just in theory, but in practice.
It’s equal parts reflection and rallying cry, and it’s filled with gratitude for every hand that’s helped shape WORTH.

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More Than a Stopover

Many women step into this industry without a long-term plan, and honestly, it’s not always easy to imagine one. But that doesn’t mean opportunities aren’t there. This is where mentorship makes all the difference, not just as a program, but as a mindset. A way of showing up for one another. Of saying: You’re not alone. You have options. You belong here.

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An Introduction to Intersectionality (That Actually Makes Sense)

Have you ever found yourself in a meeting where everyone was nodding along to words like “equity” or “intersectionality”, but no one quite knew what came next… Last week, we hosted a powerful WORTHshop with community leader Mariat Jibril, whose work inspires women to lead with clarity, care, and impact.  Together, we unpacked what intersectionality means, why it matters and how we can move from buzzwords to real change. Read on for key reflections, frameworks, and insights!

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This Industry Doesn’t Need More Talent. It’s Already Here.

Recreation, Tourism & Hospitality are some of the most vibrant, people-powered sectors out there. However, inclusion is still a challenge, as the “sticky floor” keeps those with intersecting identities in lower-level positions, with limited access to growth or leadership. So let’s stop asking where the talent is. Let’s start asking: What’s getting in the way?

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Diners, Drive-ins and Divas: What 2SLGBTQIA+ Culture Teaches Us About Real Hospitality

In Vancouver, drag is transforming hospitality—driving tourism, building community pride, and creating inclusive experiences. This hospitality is about building spaces where everyone feels safe, valued, and seen, and programs like Rainbow Registered exist to support organizations in creating these environments for both guests and teams.

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You Are the Great Man: Reclaiming Leadership Through a Feminine Lens

We’re challenging the Great Man Theory. Data shows that great leadership isn’t something you’re simply born with; it can be learned, cultivated, and strengthened over time. In fact, transformational leadership, a style defined by vision, empathy, collaboration, and empowerment, is widely considered the most effective leadership model across industries.

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