Tired of the 9-to-5 lifestyle? You may want to consider transitioning from employee to solopreneur. Just make sure you can manage the demands of being the visionary, brand ambassador, accountant, and technical specialist. A solopreneur is somebody who develops their own personal brand in order to market their products and services. They’re not creating a company to hire … [Read more...]
How to Avoid Political Wars at Work
You just watched the political debate. After hours of news headlines and social media posts focused on the discussion, you still haven’t digested the information that was delivered by the candidates on national television. Then you go to work and your opinionated co-worker pops the big question, “So, what did you think about the debate last night?” You wish you had time … [Read more...]
The Truth About LinkedIn: It’s Not Just for Job Seekers
"Why should I use LinkedIn if I am not actively seeking employment?" Contrary to popular belief, being happily employed doesn’t negate the necessity to be a part of the LinkedIn community. If you think the 400 million professional users of LinkedIn are all there to find a job, you have not tapped into the other benefits of being on LinkedIn. Here are three LinkedIn … [Read more...]
Communication Skills Are Important: Just Watch the Presidential Debate
In the words of presidential candidate Hilary Clinton, “Words matter when you run for President.” They also matter when you are a woman in business seeking to make your mark on the world. If you question the impact that communication skills can have on your professional future, do yourself a favor and watch the presidential debate. Presidential debates prove this: your … [Read more...]
What Every Career Woman Can Learn From Miss America
If you have never competed in a pageant before, you may have no idea the amount of time, discipline, and ambition that is needed to successfully position yourself as a quality contestant for the title of Miss America. High heels, swimsuits, perfectly sculpted hair, and celebrity-enhanced makeup may even force you to question the relevance of pageants in the new millennium. … [Read more...]
4 Important LinkedIn Updates For Busy Women on the Move
Are you still trying to figure out how to win the title of superwoman, while still being "LinkedIn" to all of the important things that are taking place around the world? Managing a career, a partnership, and kids can be enough to make you want to clone three more versions of you. Even if you are single and childless, life’s responsibilities still find a way to leave you … [Read more...]
How to Earn Respect in a Male-Dominated Industry
If you are a woman seeking respect in an industry where testosterone reigns supreme, i.e., financial services, you need to learn how to successfully navigate the arena, or you’ll get eaten alive by the corporate wolves. Many previously male-dominated fields are now opening their doors to women. But many still hesitate when it comes to letting women climb the industry ladder. … [Read more...]
3 Ways To Boost Your Confidence Before Starting Your Day
What does it take to speak up in a meeting when you are the only woman at the table? How about asking your company to invest in that professional development activity that you know will give you an edge in your career? If you need to work from home once a month, are you willing to express that need? An extra boost of confidence can give you the courage to do the things that … [Read more...]