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Rita's CEO leads with a focus on franchisees, innovation | Making child care affordable, accessible for employees | Hungry Howie's franchisee brings Gen Z energy Created for {EMAIL} | [Web Version]( August 14, 2024 [WFF Leadership SmartBrief]( Advancing and Empowering Women Leaders [SIGN UP]( ⋅ [SHARE]( [] Women and Innovation in the Workforce [] [Rita's CEO leads with a focus on franchisees, innovation]( Linda Chadwick, CEO of Rita's Italian Ice, has led the company through significant growth and transformation since taking the helm in 2017. Chadwick brought experience from her roles at Burger King and Fantastic Sams to Rita's, where she implemented strategic changes such as introducing drive-thrus, standardizing technology and focusing on flavor innovation. Chadwick emphasized the importance of franchisee success and has created key performance indicators to drive a culture shift within the company. Full Story: [Nation's Restaurant News (free registration)]( (8/12) [LinkedIn]( [X]( [Facebook]( [Email]( [] [Making child care affordable, accessible for employees]( Child care is a key issue, a Goldman Sachs survey of small-business owners suggests. Gene Marks, founder of small-business consultancy the Marks Group, notes that the federal government may not take action in this area but that small-business owners can. "We can attract better talent when we help our people tackle the challenges they face both in their professional and personal lives, and a big part of that in many people's lives is some sort of dependent care," says Nicole Schaeffer, chief people strategy officer of biotech company Insmed. Full Story: [The Philadelphia Inquirer (tiered subscription model)]( (8/6) [LinkedIn]( [X]( [Facebook]( [Email]( [] [Hungry Howie's franchisee brings Gen Z energy]( At 27 years old, Rebecca Shannon opened her first solo Hungry Howie’s franchise in Monroe, Mich., continuing a family tradition in the pizza business. Growing up in her parents' stores, Shannon gained extensive experience from a young age and eventually took on management roles; her return to the family business was driven by a desire to build on her parents' success and the foundation laid by her great-uncle, Hungry Howie’s CEO Steve Jackson. Shannon shared that she believes her Generation Z perspective brings innovative training methods and a strong focus on community involvement as she works to foster a positive work environment and local connections. Full Story: [Nation's Restaurant News (free registration)]( (8/7) [LinkedIn]( [X]( [Facebook]( [Email]( [] Career Progression: Developing Leaders [] [When it comes to feedback, leaders must give and receive]( New leaders may be reticent to give feedback -- or even to receive it -- but as assistant professor Leda Stawnychko and Ph.D. candidate Mehnaz Rafi write, they must master both. Leaders should practice in low-stakes scenarios, treat the feedback they receive as a gift and be sure they're in the right frame of mind and have chosen the right time and place before giving feedback to others, they advise. Full Story: [The Conversation]( (8/11) [LinkedIn]( [X]( [Facebook]( [Email]( [] [Are you being gaslighted? How to spot it and stop it]( [Are you being gaslighted? How to spot it and stop it]( (ariya j/Getty Images) If a boss or colleague has ever denied making a promise or deliberately withholds information or shifts blame to you for something they did, they could be gaslighting you, write Saima Ahmad and Melissa Wheeler, who recommend keeping detailed records of all interactions, setting boundaries and seeking the support of other colleagues or human resources if it persists. "You are not responsible for the perpetrator's behavior, but you can empower yourself to reclaim your sanity and work in a healthier environment," they write. Full Story: [Psychology Today]( (8/7) [LinkedIn]( [X]( [Facebook]( [Email]( [] Industry News & Trends [] [Houston's diverse food scene heats up as Michelin Guide expands]( The Michelin Guide’s expansion to Texas will spotlight Houston’s diverse culinary landscape, featuring prominent chefs and restaurants like Kripa and Kirthan Shenoy's Auden, Jassi Brinda's Amrina and Chef Evelyn Garcia’s Jun. “We are so diverse, and there are so many different styles of restaurants here, so I’m interested to see what the inspectors are looking into or enjoyed in Houston,” says Garcia. Full Story: [Houstonia]( (8/7) [LinkedIn]( [X]( [Facebook]( [Email]( [] [Olympics tackles food waste by donating uneaten food]( Paris 2024 Olympics organizers are tackling food waste by donating uneaten food to those in need by partnering with groups like Le Chainon Manquant and Banque Alimentaire de Paris et d'Ile-de-France to collect and redistribute food from the Games. Volunteers, led by Valerie de Margerie, head to Olympic food sites early in the morning to collect unsold sandwiches, caterers' food for Olympians and canteen food uneaten by Games workers, which has already resulted in 9 tons of food. 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Fernandez, bringing her extensive nonprofit and corporate experience to drive diversity and inclusion in the restaurant and hospitality industries. “[Erika] shares our belief that diversity and inclusion are at the heart of our industry and is dedicated to driving value and growth through new products, services, and strategies in the years to come,” said Rob Gifford, president of the National Restaurant Association Education Foundation, MFHA’s parent organization. Full Story: [Restaurant Business]( (8/8) [LinkedIn]( [X]( [Facebook]( [Email]( [] [How to create a culture of diversity]( Human capital consultant Stephen M. Paskoff writes that behavioral standards based on civility and respect should be used during diversity training to avoid unintentionally reinforcing stereotypes. That approach needs to start at the top with an enterprise-wide commitment that can improve operations and financial productivity. Full Story: [Training magazine]( (8/9) [LinkedIn]( [X]( [Facebook]( [Email]( [] Work/Life Balance [] [New solutions emerging for menopause symptoms]( [New solutions emerging for menopause symptoms]( (Pixabay) Health commentator Dr. Leana Wen explains how menopause affects the body, with research showing that a large percentage of women feel highly underinformed about it. Wen outlines the latest thinking on lifestyle changes, hormone therapy and nonhormonal treatments, including recently approved fezolinetant for hot flashes. Full Story: [CNN]( (8/10) [LinkedIn]( [X]( [Facebook]( [Email]( [] [Prevent midyear burnout in your workplace]( The middle of the year can be a time of burnout for employees, but business leaders can help alleviate those feelings by urging workers to disconnect and take personal time, writes Aytekin Tank, founder and CEO of Jotform. In addition, help employees ease back into work after vacation by automating tasks and fostering a sense of community. Full Story: [Fast Company (tiered subscription model)]( (8/12) [LinkedIn]( [X]( [Facebook]( [Email]( [] Poll Results [] Red flags that I need more balance between my work and home life include: 28% Missed deadlines or increased mistakes at work 63% Feelings of stress, overwhelm or depression 9% A sense of guilt for missing family activities 0% Not feeling fully present at work or at home 0% Inability to exert sufficient influence over my schedule [] WFF Reader Poll [] My company supports work-life balance through: [Vote]( [Mandatory vacation time]( [Vote]( [Flexible and hybrid work arrangements]( [Vote]( [Clear work priorities]( [Vote]( [Managers who set an example of taking time away]( [Vote]( [Managers who do not communicate after hours outside of emergencies]( [Vote]( [My company does not support work-life balance.]( [] WFF News [] [Finding your courage at work]( Fortunately for most people, workplace courage does not require putting your life on the line. It’s more likely to reveal itself in sharing bold ideas, showing initiative, advocating for yourself or someone else, being willing to critique ideas respectfully and publicly, and accepting feedback about your own areas for improvement. So much easier to say than do. The rewards though are usually worth the risk. For organizations, courage among team members translates into creativity, innovation, engagement and productivity. For individuals, courage leads to personal growth, stretching beyond perceived limitations and demonstrated leadership that helps you rise to your potential and advance. [Read more](. [LinkedIn]( [X]( [Facebook]( [Email]( LEARN MORE ABOUT the WFF: [About the WFF]( | [Join the WFF]( | [WFF Programs]( [] [] I think there's just one kind of folks. Folks. 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