Post by Cheryl Santa Maria, contributing Women On Business writer The path to self-enlightenment is a long one, but the journey becomes easier to manage when we're using the right educational tools. Finding the right tools, however, can be a bit of a challenge. Personally, I've wasted my share of time on supposed "self help" products - books and films with wording so … [Read more...]
Women Helping Women
Post by Jane K. Stimmler, contributing Women On Business writer Madeleine Albright has said, “There’s a special place in hell for women who don’t help other women.” Indeed, as more women get ahead and reach influential positions, it is critical that they use their influence to enable change in the balance of power at and near the top. Only then will business cultures evolve … [Read more...]
What’s in a Name?
Guest Post by Cheryl H. Duke, CFA (learn more about Cheryl at the end of this post) In the aftermath of the recent financial meltdown, investment rip-offs and ponzi schemes have been revealed with disturbing frequency. It is now more important than ever for investors to understand the choices available to them when seeking financial advice. Unfortunately, the financial … [Read more...]
Are Women Making Enough Progress?
Post by Jane K. Stimmler, contributing Women On Business writer Sonia Sotomayor’s nomination and subsequent confirmation to the Supreme Court was indeed cause for celebration. She appears to be well qualified and highly capable. In addition, she is a woman. To be specific, she’s the third woman in the Court’s 220 year history. And, she brings the composition of the Court back … [Read more...]
The Business Case for Praise
Post by M.J. Ryan, contributing Women On Business writer What if I told you you could improve employee engagement and create greater profitability and productive without spending a dime and expending only seconds a day? You can with a very simple action that too many of us take for granted—praise. Based on ten million workplace interviews in 114 countries, The Gallup … [Read more...]
Movin’ on Up
In 1986, an article in The Wall Street Journal by Carol Hymowitz and Timothy Schellhardt first introduced the term Glass Ceiling. The illustration that accompanied the article showed a woman in a business suit pushing up against a glass barrier. After that article, the term Glass Ceiling caught on quickly as the metaphor for an impenetrable blockade that women face when … [Read more...]
Sarah Present Joins the Women On Business Writing Team
I'm very happy to announce that Sarah Present is joining the Women On Business writing team. Sarah brings with her a unique perspective on health as it relates to the busy and hectic lives of business women. Please join me in welcoming her to the Women On Business team! About Sarah Present Sarah Present is employed in the mortgage division of Flagstar Bank in addition … [Read more...]
Ac-Cent-Tchu-Ate the Positive
I know, you will all be glad when this fair is over and I can get back to talking about everyday office drama. Lately my everyday is filled with the advertising, PR, sponsorships and marketing of the drama I call the Tennessee State Fair. It starts in 5 days! I'm doing the job of three people so to say the least, it's been interesting. I drive a hard bargain and run a tight … [Read more...]
Networking to Build Relationships – Strategically
Post by Liz Cullen, contributing Women On Business writer The term “strategic networking” makes me cringe a little. I’m not sure if that’s because it is typical of corporate speak or because it calls to mind battle plans, power maps, and things that seem contrary to the whole idea of building relationships. Two instances this week reminded me, however, that networking only … [Read more...]
The Importance of a Company Website
Post by Cheryl Santa Maria, contributing Women On Business writer Today's unstable economy - rife with contract positions and outsourcing - has made the 9-5 workday more unpredictable than ever, prompting an average of 600,000 people per year to strike out on their own. Unfortunately 50% of new businesses will fail within the first year, mainly due to lack of planning and … [Read more...]