Right now, women around the world are on strike to demand equal pay, fair labor standards, and an end to violence against women. We’ve come a long way, but women still don’t get an equal seat at the table.That’s why I’m writing this. I know many of my readers want to see more women in office—qualified, progressive women who will fight for equality and justice. I want … [Read more...]
5 Books to Change Your Career Outlook
Picture this: You graduated college, get a job with a company you love, and stay with them until you retire. It sounds great, right? It wasn’t long ago that this was how it worked for a lot of college graduates. Part of this was because changing jobs too often was frowned upon, but it was also because companies offered great perks, such as paid vacations, health … [Read more...]
Exploring the Power of Ideas in ‘Originals’
Note: Although this is non-fiction and there's no plot to spoil, I do discuss topics contained within the book.When I was in elementary school we were tasked with inventing something. This was before everyone had a computer and well before smartphones so I'm sure some of our inventions would seem benign now but I remember being very certain that my idea would take off … [Read more...]
GIRLBOSS by Sophia Amoruso
One of the great things about reading all of the time is that I typically pick up books I like. I know where to look for recommendations (such as Sarah's Bookshelves) and have a few favorite genres, including inspirational memoirs by women who have made it big in their careers. That's why I was excited to pick up #GirlBoss by Sophia Amoruso. It has all the makings of a … [Read more...]
‘The Thank You Economy’ and Why Manners Matter
In the town where I was born there was this great, locally owned Ace Hardware store. It was owned by the same family for as long as I could remember and they knew everyone and everything that was happening in town. My grandparents were frequent customers because they lived a few doors down and while I don't know that they were all friends, they certainly had a sense of … [Read more...]
6 Best Apps for Online Collaboration
Online collaboration with team members can be difficult, but it can be even harder if you don't have the tools you need to get and stay connected. The following apps for online collaboration are great for small and large businesses alike and will help you increase your productivity while staying in in the loop with your team and tracking its … [Read more...]
4 Books Every Female Entrepreneur Should Read
You have to kiss a lot of frogs to find your prince and same holds true for career advice books. As for me, I've read many and will likely read many more, but a few over the years have stuck out as great ones and I decided to share my favorites with you. I hope you find your next career book! Nice Girls Don't Get the Corner Office by Dr. Lois Frankel If you are … [Read more...]
4 Things I Learned On My First Business Trip
This article is Part 2 in a 3 part series.Last weekend, Buick sent me and my husband to Big Sur, California to test out the new Audiobooks.com integration with their 2016 Regal as part of #ThatsABuick. It was wonderful weekend, but it was also my very first business trip that was paid for by someone other than myself and I learned a lot. If I’m being honest, I was surprised … [Read more...]