Empowering Women to Share More, Ask for Help, and Thrive

Our missionEqualsstrives for equality and more diversity in the workforce. We are committed to supporting women* in the growth and development of their careers. By working together, and by celebrating and championing our members and partners, we bring out the best in everybody.The problemOnly 8 % of all startups in Amsterdam have a woman as founder.Only 8% of investments in Amsterdam went to women-led startups.Only 18 % of people working in tech in the Netherlands are women, while this is the fastest growing industry.10th place in Europe when it comes to the representation of women leaders and women working in the European Tech Startup Ecosystem (report by Startup Genome).What we doWe operate based on three pillarsVisibility:We’re creating more visibility for inspiring women, because role models are important for changed behaviour and beliefs.Academy:We’re creating education and career opportunities for women in tech and entrepreneurship.Memberclub:We’re creating a community of ambitious women that are here to connect, grow, support and empower each other.*Our space is inclusive of all women, non-binary, agender and gender non-conforming people, and others who identify with our mission. Self-definition is at the sole discretion of that individual. If you feel you could benefit from a space meant for people who care about our mission, you are welcome.

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Whether you’re facing a challenge with your startup or asking your doctor for the right support, we all need to ask for help from time to time. As women, we often encounter numerous barriers to sharing our problems, and even more when it comes to asking for the help we truly need. Once we’ve overcome those barriers, how often have we wondered why we didn’t receive the help we thought we’d asked for?Whether you’re a leader, managing your household, an entrepreneur, or an employee, these challenges are real and pervasive. This event is your opportunity to understand and break through these barriers, empowering yourself to share more, ask for help, feel less alone, and thrive by receiving the help you deserve.We’re thrilled to collaborate with Ashley Usiskin, Founder of ‘The Gift of Help,’ whose course is featured on Simon Sinek’s Optimism Company platform—a testament to its impact and relevance. This event offers you direct access to the insights and strategies that have been endorsed by one of the world’s leading thinkers on leadership and personal growth, and the chance to experience them in practice.Womanship is dedicated to creating spaces where women can connect, share, and support each other through life’s challenges. In this session, we will address our blockers in asking for help and explore how this fits into the broader picture of women’s holistic wellness. By integrating mental, emotional, and social well-being, this session provides key insights to support your personal and professional growth. What You’ll Gain:<ul><li>Connected Wellness: Understand why women hold back from sharing their challenges and how asking for help is crucial to your mental, emotional, and social well-being.</li><li>Identify Your Blockers: Uncover and gain a deeper appreciation for the common barriers that prevent us from asking for help, and start to identify your own.</li><li>Practical Strategies: Walk away with specific strategies that you can apply immediately in your professional and personal life.</li><li>Build Community: Connect with like-minded women in a supportive and safe environment, forming the foundation of a strong, lasting network.</li></ul>Who Should Attend:<ul><li>Entrepreneurs: Running a business or working in a startup can be isolating. Learn how to leverage your network and ask for the support that will drive your success.</li><li>Women in Leadership: Leaders often feel the pressure to appear strong and self-sufficient. This session will provide tools to navigate these challenges without compromising your leadership.</li><li>Employees: Balancing career and life can be overwhelming. This session will help you address the unique challenges of asking for help in the workplace and life in general.</li><li>Mothers: Juggling family responsibilities with personal needs is no easy task. Learn how to ask for the support you need to create a healthier balance at home.</li></ul>Why This Event Is Unique:<ul><li>Expert Guidance: Led by Nicolette, the founder of Womanship, and Ashley Usiskin, the founder of “The Gift of Help,” whose course has been recognized by Simon Sinek as essential learning and is featured on Sinek’s platform, underscoring its value.</li><li>Holistic Approach: Understand how asking for help fits into the broader picture of women’s mental, emotional, and social well-being, fostering a comprehensive approach to personal growth.</li><li>Community Focus: As part of Womanship, you’ll embark on a journey to worry less and thrive together with ongoing support and growth.</li></ul> Can't make it to our Amsterdam event? No worries! 🌟 Sign up <a href="https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdCXyMFGmKzp8yjf114p3RHhGyGQxpHrumth1ubRIf3M7h6tw/viewform" title="https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdCXyMFGmKzp8yjf114p3RHhGyGQxpHrumth1ubRIf3M7h6tw/viewform" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">[here</a>] to join the waitlist for our online version happening in mid-November, or join us in person in Eindhoven at the end of October.

Ashley Usiskin (Founder of 'The Gift of Help'):With a passion for understanding the barriers to asking for help and overcoming them, driven by his own cancer journey, Ashley is now dedicating his life to transforming our resistance to help into a culture of embracing it. He has developed a course so impactful that it’s now featured at Simon Sinek's Optimism Company, where he is an 'Ask for Help' Advocate &amp; Optimist Instructor. Ashley also leads a community specifically designed to support entrepreneurs in getting the help they need to succeed. Ashley has lived a truly diverse and remarkable life in London, Sydney, Madrid, and Amsterdam. He’s been an advertising agency business director, CMO, startup co-founder, and now serves as an accelerator program mentor, brand and business coach, and podcast host. Nicolette Lazarus (Womanship Founder &amp; Chief Connection Officer):Nicolette brings a wealth of experience in community building and supporting women through shared experiences. Her ambition is for Womanship to become a global hub where women and wellness experts can "Share More, Worry Less," and thrive together. With over 30 years in the creative industries, Nicolette founded Womanship to reduce stress and enhance health and well-being for women. This marketplace connects women with wellness professionals within a secure, anonymous community, facilitating the sharing of concerns, peer support, and access to information and services from experts. It also provides professionals with software to boost business efficiency and generate leads through their events and content published into the community.

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