A total of 700 million people use Instagram and 400 million of them use it every day, which makes it one of the most popular social media platforms today. It's also a perfect place for businesses to connect with consumers. Unlike Facebook and Twitter which are inundated with business pages and profiles, fewer businesses and brands have jumped on the Instagram bandwagon. Only … [Read more...]
Why the Boston Startup Scene is Perfect for Women Entrepreneurs
Sponsored by Lesley University: In 2015, I attended an event in Boston held specifically to connect women entrepreneurs looking for startup funding with investors. The Boston Women’s Venture Summit, hosted by Babson College, was where I learned just how much the city of Boston was focusing on becoming a hot spot for startups, particularly women-led startups. Even the city’s … [Read more...]
Your Defense Mechanisms Could Sabotage Your Career
According to Sigmund Freud and many psychologists since Freud's time, human beings use defense mechanisms to protect ourselves from negative feelings such as anxiety and guilt when we feel threatened in some way. They're not bad in and of themselves, but defense mechanisms can be destructive in life and sabotage your career if you use them at the wrong time or overuse … [Read more...]
Denise Lee Joins the Women on Business Contributor Team
Please join me in welcoming Denise Lee to the team of contributing writers at Women on Business! Denise is a highly experienced marketing professional with a track record of success directing marketing initiatives, building teams, and developing innovative strategies to attract new business while maintaining relationships with existing clients. You can learn more about … [Read more...]
The Most Entrepreneurial Countries in the World Might Surprise You – Infographic
Which are the most entrepreneurial countries in the world based on the percentage of people who start their own businesses? The answer might surprise you. If you consider only businesses started by people between the ages of 18 and 64 that have been in operation for four to 42 months and pay employees salaries, the countries that rise to the top aren't the United States, … [Read more...]
Carrie Wheeler Joins the Women on Business Contributors Team
Please join me in welcoming Carrie Wheeler to the team of contributors at Women on Business. Carrie is a seasoned professional with over 25 years of experience in technology and leadership. You can learn more about Carrie in her bio below. About Carrie Wheeler Carrie Wheeler has served as the chief operations officer of Liquid Web since July 2015. Carrie brings more than 25 … [Read more...]
What is Your Emotional Intelligence Level? Take the Infographic Quiz
How emotionally intelligent are you? The answer could affect not just your personal life but also, your career. Emotional intelligence includes three things: Your ability to use your emotions to solve problems or complete tasks Your ability to understand small or large differences in emotions and perceive emotions in others Your ability to control your emotions and … [Read more...]
Catherine Alonzo Joins the Women on Business Writing Team
I'm very happy to announce that Catherine Alonzo has joined the team of contributing writers for Women on Business. Catherine has a deep understanding of advocacy and marketing, particularly to advance equality and human dignity through political, social, and economic change. Her business insights will be a great asset to the Women on Business community! You can learn … [Read more...]
Carrie Chitsey Wells Joins the Women on Business Team
I am pleased to announced that Carrie Chitsey Wells has joined the team of contributing writers at Women on Business! Carrie is an accomplished business woman and marketing expert, and I know she'll provide fantastic insights in her articles. Stay tuned for her first post, which is coming soon! In the meantime, you can learn more about Carrie in her bio below. About Carrie … [Read more...]
The Growing Thrift Store Opportunity for Female Entrepreneurs
Sponsored by Swap.com: The brand image of a thrift store has changed significantly over the years. Today, a consignment and thrift store can offer a wide variety of high-end items at a fraction of the cost that buying new would offer. The term “gently used” truly does exist, and its popularity among shoppers continues to grow. With that said, it’s not surprising that more … [Read more...]