Navigating the workplace is a challenging dynamic on its own. As a woman, as a minority, or as someone of a diverse background, the obstacles that are often in the way of thriving in a professional environment can be tough to overcome. This is why it's critical to be your own advocate — something many women (myself included, for many years), have struggled with — and for good … [Read more...]
The Challenges and Gifts of Being a Female Minority Entrepreneur
As the daughter of a Mexican immigrant who was raised by my Jewish grandmother, I was introduced to the beauty of embracing my unique mix of cultures from a young age. I'm very proud of who I am and where I come from. A long line of warrior women have allowed me to be the business owner and key figure of Chicago's business community that I am today, and in all that I do, I … [Read more...]
Navigating the Content Jungle: My Dance with AI in Book Writing
Hey there, fellow adventurers in the content jungle! Ever wonder what happens when you throw your lot in with AI to write a book? Well, buckle up, because that's exactly the rollercoaster I hopped on. It's a story of pixels and prose, and a little bit of personal madness – the good kind, I promise. The First Step: Teaching AI My Tango So, where do you start when you're … [Read more...]
Blurring the Boundaries: Side Gigging and Day Jobbing
We have all been told there are two categories. Those who work a “job” and those who don’t (entrepreneurs, freelancers, You or Gig economy people). Classifying work somehow indicates that one is better than the other. It somehow leads to a determination that some people are just “smarter” and choose a “better” way of working. But what if that isn’t the case? And what if we … [Read more...]
Purpose, Passion and Empowerment: How Ikigai Inspires Female Entrepreneurs
Have you been feeling stuck in a rut lately in your freelancing business? Wake up each morning dreading the workday ahead with little motivation or passion for the tasks that fill your calendar? You're not alone. Many female entrepreneurs struggle with finding purpose and meaning in their work at some point. But there is hope - discovering your ikigai can change … [Read more...]
5 Secrets How Women Can Set Goals They’ll Actually Achieve
We set ourselves super motivated new goals at the beginning of the year, but we quickly forget most of them. I coach women to meet their goals, so this doesn't surprise me. Because even while many people make goals for themselves, few of them consider how they can reach those goals. Part of the reason is that we set the "wrong goals" and then often don't see any progress, … [Read more...]
Shattering the Glass Ceiling: How Women Can Rise to the Top in Male-Dominated Fields
As a woman, I’ve always wanted to talk about leadership. Right from a young age, I’ve always been fascinated by the concept of leadership and especially, women leaders. From Benazir Bhutto to Indira Gandhi, from Kiran Mazumdar Shaw, Indra Nooyi to Angela Merkel, I have always been heavily inspired by women who rose to greater heights through sheer dedication and hard work. In … [Read more...]
How AI Can Close the Equality Gap for Women in the Workplace
In 2022, less than a third of corporate leaders at the VP level or higher were women, according to Women in the Workplace 2022 by McKinsey and LeanIn.org. In the study, 48% of women cited a lack of opportunities to advance as the key reason they moved on from their jobs. The barrier for women to achieve leadership roles has consistently been higher than for men. New … [Read more...]
10 Traps Business Women Commonly Fall Into (and How to Avoid Them)
Successful businesswomen know it takes hard work, dedication, and a bit of savvy to make it to the top. But even the most driven women can fall prey to traps that can sabotage their success. Whether you’re a business owner or pursuing a career working for someone else, here are 10 traps you could fall into without even realizing it as well as tips to avoid them so you're as … [Read more...]
5 Tips for Business Women to Deal with a Bad Boss
Working for a bad boss can be a nightmare. It’s important to know when it’s time to take action before things get so bad there is no way to fix things. Fortunately, there are ways to deal with an unhelpful or hostile supervisor that don’t require you to put your career in jeopardy. Here are five tips for business women who find themselves stuck in this difficult situation. 1. … [Read more...]