On the Ladder
3 Tips to Avoid Trouble When Traveling Solo
There are risks for anyone who is traveling alone, but for women, the risks go up significantly. And while none of us want to admit that, as Career Girls, we’re vulnerable to some of the terrible things that can happen, ... Read More »
Go for the No!
What do Lucille Ball, Emily Dickinson, Marilyn Monroe, J. K. Rowling, and Oprah Winfrey all have in common? They have all been told “No.” It hurts so bad, but can be oh so good for you. No can leave ... Read More »
Inequality for Parents vs. Non-Parents in the Office
Have you ever heard something like, “Well, Jane….Jim has kids, and can’t be here on Saturday, so you’ll need to come in.” Or maybe, “Can you cover my shift? My daughter is sick?” Perhaps something more like, “You can fly ... Read More »
Learning How to Say “No.”
It’s something I’ve been told before, and it seems to be a problem for a lot of women: “You have to learn how to say ‘No.’” I’ve told you the benefits of saying “Yes!” to great opportunities, even if you’re afraid. ... Read More »
When to Tell Your Boss You’re Looking
Over on PersonalBrandingBlog.com, Skip Freeman gave us a little glimpse into the workings of Marissa Mayer’s transition from Google to Yahoo! Namely, when she gave her notice, which according to Skip was…..30 minutes before she left. It’s a question career ... Read More »
When Quitting Rocks
We are bombarded throughout our lives with messages that tell us quitting is bad. Think about it: Winners never quit. Quitters never win. Never give up. Make it work. Pain is temporary, quitting lasts forever. These are just a few ... Read More »
Are You Hammering Away at the Wrong Things? 3 Basics + Resources to Help You Know for Sure
There is a productivity obsession among driven women (myself included). But here’s the thing: soaking up loads of productivity tips and leaning on willpower in an attempt to stay on top of things is not enough carry you towards meaningful ... Read More »
The Art of Managing Multiple Career Interests
Some people have known exactly what they wanted to do for a living since they were a child. And then there are some of us who can’t seem to decide, who have many passions, and who have trouble managing our ... Read More »
3 Tips to Help You Finish What You Start
This week I’ve stumbled across something so profound that it has already changed my life! Thanks to David Allen’s Getting Things Done: The Art of Stress-Free Productivity I’m finally getting things done, feeling more energized, and all my inactivity is ... Read More »
The Patronization of Women….Even at the Top
Recently, we told you about “gaslighting” in work environments – people who say things like “you’re just too emotional” to make you feel bad and give in to their demands. And while we can all relate, it’s easy to think that ... Read More »
