Stories by Mary Ann Wagner and Marguerete Luter

Mentoring is a two-way street

Two women sit across from each other, deep in discussion. At closer glance, you see the older, more experienced of the two rattling off advice gained from her substantial career, while the younger woman leans forward absorbing everything she can.

Think hard before starting your own company

As mentors for women in the IT field, we often hear these comments from proteges who are tempted to start their own companies. But many of these women become overwhelmed by all the unknowns in creating their own businesses. Starting your own firm is like being one of the first passengers on a transatlantic flight. Will you make it across? What will you do if the plane goes down?