Guest post by Valerie Dennis (read more about Valerie at the end of this post) I was just reading the thread of dialogue in a community forum and the question was asked about what makes a successful female leader. In truth, I was a little disappointed in the answers. Some of the comments went to the reasons why we lack a presence in executive management roles (I.e. … [Read more...]
The Business Case for Hope
Post by M.J. Ryan, contributing Women On Business writer Think hope is not something we need in the hard business world? Think again. In these challenging times, says psychologist and hope researcher Shane J. Lopez, it’s a crucial business skill. Here’s why. When we’re faced with challenges, as I describe in AdaptAbility, it is crucial that we think as innovatively and … [Read more...]
Lessons from the ‘Oprah Lady’
Post by Cheryl Santa Maria, contributing Women On Business writer "If you want to become a successful blogger and writer you need to be more like the 'Oprah Lady' [whose real name is Robyn Okrant]," my friend told me after patiently listening to me wail and complain about my lack of freelancing prospects. "She's a marketing genius," my friend said. "For one whole year … [Read more...]
Why We Must Mentor Other Women
Post by Jane K. Stimmler, contributing Women On Business writer While good mentors for women can be male or female – and I’ve had both – there’s no substitute for an aspiring woman having access to a successful, experienced female mentor. There’s a bond between women that makes woman-to-woman mentoring a very special experience. And, of course, there are some topics that are … [Read more...]
It’s Not Personal
Post by M.J. Ryan, contributing Women On Business writer What’s happening right now is not because you’re bad or wrong or incompetent. It’s because the world is transforming at breakneck speed and each and every one of us must adapt to those changes as quickly and efficiently as possible. No one’s exempt. Age doesn’t get you off the hook. Nor does how hard you’ve worked until … [Read more...]
Ready, Set, Revenue
What would it take for you to lead your business to $1m in earnings? According to one program for women entrepreneurs, a little healthy competition goes a long way. Nonprofit organization Count Me In provides everything a new business would need- from mentorship to microloans- as part of the Make Mine a Million $ Business M3 Race. … [Read more...]
Does Palin Prove Women are Quitters?
Post by Jane K. Stimmler, contributing Women On Business writer Sarah Palin – those are two words that make me shudder since her Friday revelation that she was moving on from her role as Governor a good year or so in advance of the end of her first term. She appeared resolute as she rambled, seemingly in an effort to give a good reason why, after a whirlwind romance with … [Read more...]
What are You Doing to Get Through the Economic Crisis?
Post by Kristy Straka, contributing Women On Business writer Are you a business woman who is feeling desperate during the economical crunch? Are your funds limiting your business choices? Is business down? Are you doing the same thing but expecting different results? Oftentimes, when times get desperate, we feel desperate. We think that desperate times call for desperate … [Read more...]
Honesty
Post by Cheryl Santa Maria, contributing Women On Business writer I was once involved with an organization that liked to hold sporadic "company overviews". Every once in a while we would get a chipper email from the CEO's secretary inviting us to one of these (mandatory) meetings, promising that "big announcements" were going to be made and that we should expect "exciting … [Read more...]
Kristy Straka Joins Women On Business as a Contributing Writer
I am pleased to announce that Kristy Straka has joined the Women On Business team as a contributing writer. Kristy brings with her a unique and diverse business background, which is sure to generate great conversations here on WomenOnBusiness.com! Rather than my trying to recreate Kristy's story, she was kind enough to put together the following bio to help us all get to know … [Read more...]