I'm happy to spread the word that Women On Business contributing writer Frances Cole Jones is releasing her new book on September 1, 2009 -- The Wow Factor: The 33 Things You Must (and Must Not) Do to Guarantee Your Edge in Today's Business World Check out the details below and be sure to return to Women On Business later today to learn about a special offer Frances Cole … [Read more...]
Evaluate Progress
Post by M.J. Ryan, contributing Women On Business writer Pamela Busch owns a restaurant in San Francisco. Like everyone else, she felt the pinch of the economic downturn as people stopped going out to eat. She decided to adapt by offering a three-course tasting menu at a set price. Great. Her desired outcome is to stay in business. She’s accepted the fact that change is … [Read more...]
Special 25% Discount at ShopitUPchic.com for Women On Business Readers
Earlier today, I published a guest post by Christin Chan or ShopitUPchic.com where she shared her success story. I'm happy to spread the news that Christin has generously offered a special 25% discount on any purchases made on ShopitUPchic.com before Octoger 31, 2009. That's right, you can use the coupon code multiple times! To receive 25% off your purchases, just visit … [Read more...]
Fashion Friends Make a Fresh Start
Guest post by Christin Chan of ShopitUPchic.com What should you do when you suddenly find yourself a casualty of a failing economy? An answer to this was anything but obvious, and I struggled to find one shortly after my friend Katie and I were laid off from what were supposed to be dream jobs with an online shoe retailer. At the time we had two options before us: take our … [Read more...]
Establishing Your Leadership – Part 2
Post by Jane K. Stimmler, contributing Women On Business writer Last week’s post began a conversation on women and leadership. I presented the first five of ten leadership qualities we discuss in the book Breaking Into the Boys’ Club 2009. This week, I list the first five leadership qualities and discuss the final five. Top Leadership Qualities From last week’s … [Read more...]
Cost Effective Advertising is Most Important Today in this Broken Economy
Post by Kristy Straka, contributing Women On Business writer It is apparent that every business is suffering and cutting back as much as possible right now and that’s when creativity needs a new spark. I drove through the city today and noticed that not only did the hot wings franchises have their chickens out dancing holding signs, but the income tax filing companies had the … [Read more...]
Niki Irmal Joins the Women On Business Writing Team
I'm very happy to announce that another female business thought leader has joined the Women On Business writing team. Please join me in welcoming Niki Irmal! About Niki Irmal Niki Irmal is very passionate about small business and its positive impact to local communities and the overall economy. She has worked for several technology startups and has built a small business … [Read more...]
Linda C. Smith Joins the Women On Business Writing Team
Please join me in welcoming another phenomenal business woman to the Women On Business writing team -- Linda C. Smith. About Linda C. Smith Linda C Smith is a home-based business owner living in California. She is a fine artist working in mosaic art. She considers artists to be akin to those in the direct selling industry…selling art person-to-person is very much like … [Read more...]
Tasha Bovain Joins the Women On Business Writing Team
I'm pleased to announce that Tasha Bovain has joined the Women On Business writing team. Please join me in welcoming her to the Women On Business community! About Tasha Bovain Tasha Bovain is a freelance copywriter and consultant specializing in creating online marketing communications for women business owners. With a passion for business and over a decade of writing … [Read more...]
Establishing Your Leadership
Post by Jane K. Stimmler, contributing Women On Business writer Developing an effective, powerful leadership style is often tough for women. In some cases, we may be in a situation where we have few female role models to observe, or perhaps we have not had the professional development opportunities to help us develop as leaders. However, once women develop a comfort level with … [Read more...]