You carefully prepare your grocery list. You've got everything written down and your budget is set. As you walk into the store you are on a mission. Then you are greeted by someone offering you a free sample of flavored coffee. It not only smells good but tastes good and now you are hooked! You have to add that to your list. You walk to another aisle and another smiling … [Read more...]
Archives for July 2014
Are You Neglecting Your Life Priorities?
Many are women in transition. They are often experiencing a major change either at home or at work and can lose focus on life priorities. I know many of you have heard of a bucket list and that is one of the activities that I recommend that you create. Not that I am looking for you to accomplish all of your life aspirations at once, but over time, what would you like to … [Read more...]
Working With Your Easy Brilliance
Feeling that you have a purpose and a passion is what moves us to create our own businesses. There is something that we are here to do; something bigger than ourselves. So, off we go. Right, I’m going to create my own business, change the world and be successful! Hmm, not so easy? There are a lot of things for you to consider and do in your own business. Let’s face it; … [Read more...]
Sponsored Video: Women Find Freedom as Entrepreneurs
Did you know that there are more than 9.1 million women-owned businesses in the United States in 2014? According to the National Association of Women-Owned Businesses (NAWBO), those companies employed nearly 7.9 million people in 2014. In short, the number of women-owned businesses is on the rise and while the reasons why women start their own businesses vary, one underlying … [Read more...]
Developing a Career in Information and Communication Technologies
Sponsored by Chandler Macleod: Research has shown again and again that there are not enough women in STEM (science, technology, engineering, and math) careers. While women make up half of the workforce, they only make up a quarter of STEM workers. The problem starts long before women get to the workforce. The number of women going to college to study for STEM careers has … [Read more...]
Women on Business Welcomes Mary Isabale as a Contributing Writer
Please join me in welcoming Mary Isabale to the Women on Business contributing writer team. Mary is an HR professional who specifically writes for working women. She'll be sharing her unique insights, advice, and more in her articles, so stay tuned! You can learn more about Mary in her bio below. About Mary Isabale Mary Isabale is a career expert, experienced hiring … [Read more...]
3 Ways Board Directors Can Keep up with Governance Issues
How does a director stay abreast of a variety of corporate governance issues in a time of change? Directors and director candidates tell me they want to achieve impact in the boardroom, enhance their director-level education and competencies, and create competitive advantage at the board level. The challenge is how to do this in a focused manner that reduces the amount of … [Read more...]
Why a Business Plan is a Waste Of Time
Anyone who has ever mentioned starting their own company has been told that they need to start with a solid business plan. These plans, we are taught by business sages who spend more time in the classroom than in the boardroom, are essential. They help investors see why your idea is sound, how it will make money, and why people will buy what you are selling. Are business … [Read more...]
Essential Habits of Successful Women
Sponsored by Jobtonic: Everyone knows the saying, “Fake it until you make it,” but to become a successful business woman who is able to combine your personal and professional life, you should never pretend. Instead, become the woman you’ve always wanted to be. Looking like you’ve already achieved the level of success that you want is a must, but another thing is to act … [Read more...]
Why Your Trademark Registration Might Be Useless – Infographic
Did you know that registering a trademark doesn't always mean you can protect your brand name, product name, logo, or other marks? Believe it or not, you can obtain a trademark registration but in the future, if someone infringes on your trademark rights, you might not actually be able to do anything to stop them. The reason is simple. If your trademark is too descriptive, … [Read more...]