More than anyone, I despise spam, unwanted messaging, and relentless commercialism. How, then, do I maintain a robust network of people who continue to like and care for me, as well as a list of referrers who literally feed me by sending me leads, partnership opportunities, writing positions, and paid gigs? I keep on message, I network, and I make my network work, for me and … [Read more...]
Women are Natural Leaders – Use the Gifts You’ve Been Given
Post by Patricia Hewitt, contributing Women On Business writer In March of 2000, an extraordinary book was published. “How Nature Made Him” by John Colapinto, which was the story of a boy that was raised as a girl. In a cruel twist of fate, this boy lost his male sexual organ during a routine infant circumcision. His distraught parents sought expert advice, which … [Read more...]
Let Yoga Lead the Way to Reduced Stress and Work-Life Balance
Guest Post by Kino MacGregor (learn more about Kino at the end of this post) Running a business is not easy. As small business owners all over the world know there is always something that demands your attention. From clients’ quarreling to capital allocation to the endless need to reconcile the bank statement, work can easily take over your life, create emotional havoc … [Read more...]
5 Rules of Technology for Women in Business
Post by Laura Thompson, contributing Women On Business writer For Christmas, my father-in-law bought be a new computer for work, a much faster PC than the one I'd been using for the previous five years. I felt like a kid on Christmas morning, unwrapping a new toy that would provide me with endless hours of entertainment. The problem? I discovered when I got home and … [Read more...]
Laura Thompson Joins Women On Business as Weekly Contributor
I’m happy to announce that entrepreneur and business owner Laura Thompson is joining the the Women On Business Weekly Contributor team. Laura brings a great deal of knowledge about business ownership to Women On Business. Check out her bio below. About Laura Thompson Laura Thompson is the owner of EquiManagement, a horse business consulting firm based in Houston, … [Read more...]
Happy New Year from Women On Business
My Light Bulb Moment: Patricia Maisano of IKOR
Guest Post by Patricia Maisano (learn more about Patricia at the end of this post) Ever heard that the best opportunities present themselves when one stops looking? Well, it’s true. I can tell you that from experience. I had started a business doing disability case management for corporate entities and insurance companies, and though the business was doing well, I knew … [Read more...]
Recognize Your Business, Your Employees and Yourself in 2008 with Awards
Post by Liz Cullen, contributing Women On Business writer As the end of the year approaches, you may want to review your accomplishments from 2008 and consider applying for business awards and recognition. It is a low cost way to show you appreciate your staff and build morale, as well as market your business. A year is a long time, and you might forget all of the things you … [Read more...]
3 Ways Women Can Wow
Post by Frances Cole Jones, contributing Women On Business writer I thought I’d devote my first column for Women on Business to three seemingly small alterations women can make to their tonality and physicality that will lead to large differences in how they are perceived in the workplace—and the world. But first, a statistic: A study done at UCLA has shown that … [Read more...]
10 Steps To Heal And Thrive While Unemployed
Jeri Cartwright provides this guest post/reprint (learn more about Jeri at the end of this post). I've been through a number of unemployment experiences. It hurts like hell. I call it "scorched ego." Your logical mind says, "it's not personal." Your heart says it most definitely is...if you were that good, they would have found a way to … [Read more...]