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Collaborative leadership allows others to get their “voice” in the room. As long as there is a healthy level of trust, the terms of group meeting engagement can be explicit. This allows for a culture that can embrace a diversity of thought, which is something that is crucial for innovation. ... Views: 1080
When it comes to climbing the corporate ladder, women not only need to be on top of their game but they also need to watch their backs. As we all know, there are sour grapes in every bunch of people we work with. Some of these backstabbers try to either overtly or covertly sabotage you, ... Views: 1080
Part 2 of a 3 part series: Conquering Creativity Challenges
In my last article I revealed the 4 secrets to finding your creativity – the first stage of three in actualizing your creative process. Creative thought is the essence of every woman.
Every woman has the capacity or dare I say ... Views: 1079
Are you still trying to connect to your authentic self?
Let's face it, we're in a world that is constantly telling us ideas of who we should be, how we should be, and what we should have. It can be challenging to just 'be yourself' without fear of judgment and rejection.
You take the brave ... Views: 1079
I was able to spend Friday morning last week in conference with a number of leaders in industry, education and business at the South Western Economic Conference. Our government convened speakers from a number of sectors to give their opinions on the state of the economy in our region and beyond. ... Views: 1077
The topic of leadership is being discussed online more than ever these days, or perhaps it’s just that I’m paying more attention now. Since we are undergoing rapid change in our social institutions, the need for real leadership is more urgent than ever before in my lifetime.
I’ve noticed more ... Views: 1076
The real root of all evil is not money; it’s lack of self-acceptance. By the way, even the Bible doesn’t say it’s money. There it says the “love of money” and love as used in the proper translation would be “lust” or attachment – in other words, greed. This is where lack of self-acceptance comes ... Views: 1076
When I work with women on how to influence their future I start with this exercise. Make a list of 3 things in your past that are causing an “I deserve more” barrier for you. These are the messages of that voice in your head saying, “You can’t do this. Or have this. Or be this.” Let your ... Views: 1075
As part of our relocation from Santa Monica to SF Bay Area, we took the boys on a road trip up the Pacific Coast.
During our stay at Carmel-by-the-Sea, I sent the boys to the Monterey Aquarium and went on an 8-mile walking meditation/exploration along the shoreline…
Are You ... Views: 1075
A few days ago, I made a visit to my dermatologist for a checkup and as soon as I entered the office, I could feel a "vibe." The office is spotless, clean, light and bright. The staff is friendly and organized. The dermatologist has a nice personality and is both thorough and fast. I felt both ... Views: 1074
Work and life balance is central to health, real wealth, and enjoyable relationships. Gratitude and appreciation are apparently little known secret ingredients to what everyone is really seeking: inner peace, meaning, and joy. Then we can “in joy” our efforts and monetary results and use money ... Views: 1074
When I first started blogging, I did a lot of research and invested in quite a few trainings.
Most touched upon how to come up with topics to write about. Many covered how to re-appropriate content so it looks like you are “everywhere.” A few shared deeper tactics on promotion and syndication. ... Views: 1074
Are you a multi-talented, multi-passionate person who finds it hard to “commit” to doing “just one thing”?
Sometimes I feel like a loser when I couldn’t just “stick with it” when something ceases to give me a deep sense of excitement and purpose. Some may call it ADD.
Do you identify with ... Views: 1073
Your true potential is an existing possibility that needs to be cultivated and nurtured. We all have a purpose for being born. You are not a random accident. Yet, many people do not realize that how we see our self is a huge determinant of whether or not we pursue a higher vision for our life. ... Views: 1073
Starting at Base Camp: 7 Strategies to Post You’re Way to the Top
No matter what size or stage your business is in you know social media is a biggie in today’s world… you might also know that it can feel like an impossible task.
Like anything else, there are some strategies to ... Views: 1072
According to the Women’s Engineering Society (WES), women only make up 12.37% of all engineers in the UK. Considering that a higher number of girls than boys achieve a grade A*-C in all STEM A-Levels except chemistry, there is a clear disjunction when these young girls begin their careers. The ... Views: 1072
Sometimes you just don’t get the results you crave. Which is frustrating – especially when you don’t know why or how to fix it.
When your business is not as successful as you want it to be, it’s usually because of one of these reasons:
Reason #1: Lack of clarity
What does success mean ... Views: 1071
Self-awareness helps us wake up to aspects that are already present within us - we just don't see them. The blind spots of our society's conditioning over time can cause us to focus on what is allegedly 'wrong with us'. Sure, we all have shortcomings that challenge us to grow.
These behaviors ... Views: 1071
A national survey of women business owners (WBOs) conducted by Web.com Group, Inc. (Nasdaq: WWWW) and the National Association of Women Business Owners (NAWBO) found a pervasive sense of economic optimism, including a prediction by most WBOs (85 percent) that more women will become entrepreneurs ... Views: 1071
Sleep is apparently a little known secret to good leadership that is critical to high performance and well-being. It is not just for beauty rest; there are plenty of leadership and health reasons for getting a good night's sleep.
It has unfortunately become acceptable and even encouraged in ... Views: 1069
I recently did an online survey to ask women what their biggest block to moving forward in their lives was. Almost overwhelmingly, the response was fear: fear of failure, fear of what others might think, fear of success, fear of being laughed at, fear of getting hurt. The list goes on. Since ... Views: 1067
A few weeks ago, our family took a trip to the California Science Center for their “family lab day.” It was a fun and educational experience. There was one experiment that had to do with the difference between solids and fluids, and it got me thinking about Smart Women entrepreneurs and their ... Views: 1067
A few weeks ago, our family took a trip to the California Science Center for their “family lab day.” It was a fun and educational experience. There was one experiment that had to do with the difference between solids and fluids, and it got me thinking about Smart Women entrepreneurs and their ... Views: 1067
Last week, my husband Greg and I went mobile phone shopping. I had one of those flip phones that allows you to make phone calls and that’s about it. I couldn’t email anyone or look up anything on the web. I really needed a better way to stay connected!
I’ve been with the same mobile phone ... Views: 1067
A few days after we moved into the new house, when the chores that kept us on our toes eased up, I had a moment to freak out.
I didn’t know what to do with myself in this new place… I didn’t have a routine, and barely knew what is where.
Work grinded to a halt – I could hardly ... Views: 1066
One of my biggest lessons is that my business is constantly showing me where I carry wounds that need healing. And when I heal that wound, I feel great! I'm more secure and grounded in myself; I have more self-confidence. I have much less second-guessing and fewer imaginary conversations with ... Views: 1066
Many women are finding themselves in the rut of old patterns of behavior that are causing barriers to their business success. These bad habits are hurting their bottom line, their business relationships and giving them a false sense of security.
Women have so many wonderful characteristics. ... Views: 1065
Leadership and personal development can be most effectively integrated into corporate and entrepreneurial training programs when approached through the gateway of neuroscience and brain research. It is our amazing brain that allows us to engage conscious reasoning, choice, and to imagine ... Views: 1064
A few weeks ago, I took some time to evaluate where most of my clients come from and the two areas where I consistently receive highly qualified clients are referrals from happy clients and public speaking. It’s essential that you spend your valuable time doing the things that consistently ... Views: 1064
Through her position as president of Count Me In and CEO of her own company, Merlino has witnessed firsthand the unique challenges that women in business face. In her experience, the biggest obstacle for women in business has to do with many female business owners' desire to take on all aspects ... Views: 1063
In my work with women, one bad habit that I see creeping into their daily lives is Procrastination. This one bad habit can create a struggle in your business and wreak havoc on your personal life too.
I have a bad habit of procrastinating on making timely doctor appointments. The result? My ... Views: 1063
One Huge Mistake I Commonly See Being Made by Coaches, Consultants, Service Providers and Other Heart-Centered Entrepreneurs When Setting Up An Online Business
There is one huge mistake I see heart-centered entrepreneurs making over and over in their business and it's stopping them from ... Views: 1062
Opportunities are like buses, there’s one coming by every 10 minutes. The problem is you can’t get on every bus, and there is no magical formula for knowing which bus is the right one. So, you make the best guess, step out and grab on only to realize that a different bus would have gotten you ... Views: 1059
Emotional Intelligence is the mind of the heart, the right-brain in metaphoric terms. Realize that language has its limitations, and speaking in terms of the English language subtleties can be lost - such as having only one word for 'love'. When culture moved away from communicating with images, ... Views: 1059
How would you describe your relationship with money?
Are you a wanton lover, chasing money around and tossing it about with little regard?
Are you a neglectful partner, ignoring money most of the time and then expecting it to be there for you when you need it most?
Or are you a ... Views: 1056
Happiness can be so fleeting for many because we have our priorities backwards. Many people connect their sense of self-worth with their career, with what they “do.” What you “do” is not the same as who you are. Now for many this statement will sound totally confusing. “Of course,” you may ... Views: 1056
Working smarter, not harder is as old as the day is long. Mastering this concept will make your work life easier and more fulfilling. But if it’s so easy why are so few doing it? People buy into success as being long hours, tedious tasks and always putting out fires. Visualizing what smarter ... Views: 1056
Personal power and a sense of purpose are at the foundation of real productivity. Having a sense of purpose that is compelling for you fuels personal power and passion. Personal power is not about ‘power over’ others. It is not even about always ‘being in control’ over the environment. Haven’t ... Views: 1056
Sitting in your office day after day wondering what people might want to buy from you can be frustrating and a waste of valuable time.
I'm going to share 4 no-cost to low-cost strategies that will save you time and money and get you the answers you need to attract more clients and make more ... Views: 1056
One of the most important decisions I have made was to invest in myself.
When I committed to a training program that cost $14,000 –I was casting a vote of confidence in ME. No one else could have that belief for me: no spouse, no friend, no family member. I had to believe in myself AND act ... Views: 1055
High-level productivity is a product of happiness—even in cows. There’s a lot of talk on the airwaves about innovation, productivity, employee engagement, and team building”…lots of talk. It’s really time for more action. I will say that I am seeing signs that people are finally realizing that ... Views: 1054
Your true potential will be elusive if you are fearful of change. In fact, if you want to expand the vision for your life, you will have to stop looking for the status quo. Most people have warning signs that they need to move on before things get to the point of crisis. Yet they tend to react ... Views: 1052
Please only come to us about this job vacancy if you are seriously interested and are able to give us at least ten hours each week... there is no expense to you and you do not need any relevant work experience but you do need to be the sort of person who hurts when others hurt and who is able to ... Views: 1052
So often, we get caught up in the day to day dramas of being a mom that we have trouble finding the time to work on our dreams. Life just always seems to get in the way. But shouldn’t your dreams be your life? What are we, if we don’t have dreams, and goals that help us to reach our dreams? ... Views: 1051
Being apologetic and making ourselves wrong doesn't help us step up to live our awesomeness.
Drawing conclusions about our wrongness closes the door to unseen opportunities.
Unfortunately, we’ve been conditioned into being apologetic…
I hear it so often when people tell me what’s happening in ... Views: 1051
If you could actually see all of the etheric cords coming out of your body, it would look like something from a sci-fi movie. Etheric cords are simply energetic connections that form between people. The connections can be healthy or unhealthy. You can connect a cord to someone without their ... Views: 1050
Supporting another woman? Are you kidding? I can't support someone who could take my job, steal my thunder, or finish my story behind my back?
This is the message we hear especially in the work place. We live in a time where women are desperate for each other's wisdom and guidance. And ... Views: 1048
In my last ezine article, Whats Your Most Important 20 Percent, the article was based on where your 20 Percent effort was most effective. Now we are focusing on whether 80% of your sales come from 20% of your clients or does 20% of your team members produce 80% of your team's sales and/or ... Views: 1048
If you love to cook or if you just love gadgets, there are plenty of kitchen gadgets that you should look at. No matter what the kitchen task, there is a very cool kitchen gadget available. Here are some samples.
If you love mixed drinks, lattes or hot chocolate, then you need to purchase a ... Views: 1047
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* It’s proven that 80% of the people near a computer will look up contact information online, instead of searching for a hard-copy phone book
* Potential clients can research your company within the convenience of their home ... Views: 1046
On the very first day of the Jewish New Year, my divorce became final. I consider that symbolic. And a major accomplishment, considering it’s been 3 years since I’d started the legal process toward this new beginning.
On the Saturday night two days later, my dear friend and I celebrated all ... Views: 1045