Career Woman
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Return to work after a baby: 5 key tips for a family-friendly career
Well, maternity leave is over….Sigh. Some of you may have had a great career before you took time off with your bubs. But, others among us were thrilled to finally throw in our tedious jobs and say a not-so-fond...
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Why you need a ‘personal day’ and 9 things to do on it
Personal days. If you’re not taking them, you’ve probably heard of them, wanted to take one, but maybe been too embarrassed to ask for one. Well, don’t be. Taking a personal day is nothing to be embarrassed about and...
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Stop feeling guilty asking for money
Money is a funny thing… we’re all working hard to have it, but when it comes to discussing it in business, women tend to have difficulty. Whether it is quoting for work, pricing products or outlining payment terms, women...
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6 tips to get from chaos to calm – the ‘Shift Sheet’
Reality check. I’m just going to be upfront. There’s no magic wand that ensures you have resounding balance in business and personal for ever more. The real empowerment comes from understanding that in order to create the life and...
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5 powerful ways to open a speech or presentation
They say that first impressions count for everything, and that’s especially true in the context of important speeches or presentations. The first 30 seconds is all you have to make a lasting impression, setting the tone for what’s to...
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3 ways to effectively mentor and inspire women
Many women are hesitant to seek a career mentor. They fear that it is a sign of weakness, and that if they seek help from another woman it means they are somehow less capable. In fact, nothing could be...
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How improvisation can help your success
So, you find yourself in a new job. When learning the ropes, it helps to be able to draw upon something you already know. Whether it’s information, an activity, or a relational experience, leveraging transferable skills shortens the time...
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9 things you should sacrifice for your career
There will always come a time when something has to give and you choose to make a sacrifice for your career or business. It could be sacrificing pleasurable downtime for work, sacrificing surety for change, or even sacrificing aspects...
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11 tips to change your mindset for success
No matter how long you’ve been in the business world, whether it is mere months or long years, there is a crucial factor you need to possess in order to succeed: the mindset for success and it often means you...
