More Courageous Than You Think

More Courageous Than You Think

Courage is faith in our convictions that there is more out there; there is a better way and we have the power to make it happen. It’s not being afraid to abandon the orthodox way of doing things and leave the comfort of the known to venture into new territory. It took...
Start on the Inside and Work Your Way Out

Start on the Inside and Work Your Way Out

If you want to build a seriously great brand, start on the inside of your business and work your way out. Cultivate a positive, vibrant culture around your brand—because if you can’t convince employees and contractors to be your greatest brand ambassadors, who can you...
Don’t Burn Out, Burn Even Brighter

Don’t Burn Out, Burn Even Brighter

“I’m up to my eyeballs.” “I’m exhausted.” “I feel like I have to do everything myself.” Have you ever uttered these sentiments? Or something similar? The life of a woman business owner can be hectic and overwhelming at times, whether you are a solopreneur working out...
Back to Reality—And to Exciting New Projects

Back to Reality—And to Exciting New Projects

I came back into my office today on a high after spending the last four days with my NAWBO sisters at our National board meeting, chapter president onboarding and Advocacy Day events, and waiting for me was a resignation letter from one of my key employees. Back to...
It’s All About Relationships

It’s All About Relationships

  When it comes to business success, the key is winning and keeping customers. And the key to winning and keeping customers is—and has always been—relationships. I’m not talking about the connections formed through sharing a photo with hundreds of friends on social...
Equity and Parity For All

Equity and Parity For All

  Equity and parity—fairness of treatment and equal opportunities and representation—took center stage for women business owners just over 30 years ago when the Women’s Business Ownership Act, H.R. 5050, was passed to further the success and impact of women...
“Doing Good” Does More Than Make You Feel Good

“Doing Good” Does More Than Make You Feel Good

There is a Chinese saying that goes: “If you want happiness for an hour, take a nap. If you want happiness for a day, go fishing. If you want happiness for a year, inherit a fortune. If you want happiness for a lifetime, help somebody.” According to a recent article...
Embracing Our Differences Because We’re Better Together

Embracing Our Differences Because We’re Better Together

  When I think of the word “diversity,” so many things spring to mind—gender, age, race, national origin, religion, culture, social class, education, sexual orientation, physical abilities or attributes, and political beliefs. There are so many things that make each...
Prepare For Success

Prepare For Success

  There’s something so exciting about the start of a new year. For a business owner, there’s no time quite like it to reflect on how far you’ve come already and where you want to go in the 365 days that lie ahead. It’s a new opportunity for success, a fresh start, an...
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