Nadine Naber

Forty-seven percent of the U.S. workforce is comprised of women who are also mothers. Yet many mothers still face challenges at work. In this talk, Dr. Naber shatters the stereotypes that create these challenges. Audiences learn how to redefine and empower mothers as leaders in the workplace.

• The demands of motherhood can create a challenging environment for women in the workforce–like the pressure to hide their role as parents, which creates isolation and impacts their career growth.
• Working mothers can face scrutiny—portrayed either as falling short of parenting expectations or celebrated only if they live up to the image of the “supermom” who can do it all.
• Working mothers can become overextended by taking on unpaid, “gender-specific” tasks such as organizing events, or providing emotional support to colleagues.
• Yet motherhood fosters crucial leadership qualities – adaptability, empathy, and strong communication.

Dr. Naber explores the negative impact of these stereotypes—not just on biological mothers but on all women, genders, and career stages, and society as a whole. Audiences learn how to champion the role of mothers as invaluable leaders and to advocate for greater inclusivity in the workplace for everyone.