Leadership
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The one thing that makes you sound less smart
We all want to sound smart. But there’s one little habit that can undo everything, no matter how knowledgeable or professional we are. Filler words like “um”, “ahh”, and “err” can make you appear unintelligent and uncertain. You might...
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8 Lessons women in business teach one another
Be a woman in business is no easy task. Unfortunately, due to several culturalrealities, it still is a challenge to many of us. It is like adding one more layer to a cake about to fall apart. Prejudice remains...
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How to get on a board of directors: what you need to know
Being a board director can be a very rewarding role to take on – both for your professional career and personal life. Whether you’ve made the decision to join a board, or are just considering it, we’ve put together...
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10 ways to beat your fears
Letting your fears get in the way of your goals happens to the best of us. It’s a common mistake many businesswomen make — especially in male-dominated fields that leave no room for error for the women hoping to...
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16 ways to spot a liar: and what to do about it
Honesty is especially important in the workplace. It helps build trust and foster collaborative relationships. If your coworkers are dishonest or otherwise try to sabotage your job by withholding information, it can quickly change an office environment from harmonious...
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Girls … yes we can run the world!
If the outcome of the US election has taught us anything, it’s that there’s still a lot to do before women have the same level of power in the world as men. Let’s face it, Hillary Clinton losing was...
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How a better bills system will save you money
Have you lost money because you don’t pay your bills on time? Did you know that can negatively affect your credit score? We all have bills to pay and if you are disorganized you can lose money and much...
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Stop the war: why your female colleague is your best asset
Catfight. Women at war. Bitchy. Gossipy. Cliquey. All of the above are likely to be familiar terms if you have any experience with reading about women in the workplace. It’s along a similar line to the idea that women...
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Gossip isn’t good for anyone — especially yourself
Gossip is the lifeblood of so many female friendships. And it’s also used as a binding mechanism in business… unfortunately. A little gossip, like a little superglue, can be an excellent tool for creating those strong bonds. But just...
