I’ve been a CMW — a “chief motivator for women” — for most of my life. From helping to raise my kid sister to raising my four daughters and running a company of predominantly female employees, I’ve learned that a confident woman is a powerhouse for success. Confidence is key to being a successful businesswoman, but all too often, women lack the confidence they need to … [Read more...]
Should I Quit My Day Job When I Start My Own Business?
Many aspiring entrepreneurs dream about leaving their day jobs. Often, it’s the frustration and lack of passion for a day job that drives someone to want to start their own business in the first place. But opinion on this is divided. While many entrepreneurs will strongly advocate keeping your day job for as long as possible, others will tell you that your business will never … [Read more...]
Anyone Can Be an Entrepreneur – No Risk Necessary!
The old-school way to start a business was to create a business plan, get funding, and open a business on Main Street. This generally cost thousands, and success wasn’t guaranteed. It was risky and time-intensive. You could literally lose everything. However, times have changed. Now, with very little investment, anyone can open an online business. Success is not guaranteed, … [Read more...]
5 Marketing Automation Mistakes to Avoid at All Costs
The implementation of a marketing automation tool can go wrong for a number of reasons---from the lack of adequate training for your staff to the lack of clearly defined goals. Even if you get the best solution, it could still remain gravely under-utilized. Not taking full advantage of your marketing or web-sales automation tool is a sheer waste of money. Thus, you should … [Read more...]
Bosses – The Good, the Bad and the Downright Ugly!
There’s no such thing as an ideal boss, right? We all have our ideas about what makes a good boss. There are countless stories and jokes that we share online and with our friends and family about the terrible bosses and of our haunting, daunting experiences with them. Managing today’s workforce calls for a management style that’s dynamic. Today’s global workforce is … [Read more...]
Breakfast for People Too Busy for Breakfast
Fast food wants your mornings. Resist! They know mornings are when you are most rushed and they all want a piece of you for breakfast. Their drive-through windows beckon with ultimate convenience, but their food generally is too high in sugars and low in nutrients to be good breakfast. Try to resist! Why do you need a healthy breakfast? A nutritious breakfast (whole … [Read more...]
Women: Four Tips For Being Understood On International Conference Calls When English Is Your Second Language
We all have heard the saying, ‘It’s a small, small world.’ Do you know what invention makes the world really small? The international conference call (“ICC”). The ICC is ubiquitous in global business, and for good reason: it saves time and money. But the ICC can have a big impact on the influence of women at work. Let’s take a look at the problems women who speak English as … [Read more...]
3 Ways For Women To Sound Like Leaders
I have been a voice expert helping professionals sound like leaders for 19 years. During that time, I have seen many well-intentioned articles, blog posts, books, television commentators, and radio hosts tackle the issue of the best way women should speak in the workplace. Let us stop for a moment of silence in praise of the women who have tried to follow all this advice. … [Read more...]
People Analytics: Using Big Data to Gauge the BIG + BETTER Picture
Companies across the world are aggressively moving towards using “people analytics” as a tool in recruiting. The face of Human Resources has constantly been evolving from being considered an iron-fisted, traditional department for rules, regulations and compliance to a true business partner in this new century. Undeniably, the most competitive and valuable asset for any … [Read more...]
Thinking Creatively While Hiring
Over 100 resumes to sift through. Boring covering letters that come pre-written thanks to several services offered by agencies and job boards. Sifting through over 300 profiles on networking sites. Still struggling to get the right hire? With so many modes and methodologies to choose from while hiring, and so much hiring information available for candidates, how, when, and … [Read more...]