Beth Levy is the definition of badass. She’s a badass breast cancer fighter and survivor. She’s a badass advocate for women’s health. She’s a badass mom and wife. And she’s a badass female entrepreneur with a spirited and innovative approach to fashion. While Beth’s...
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How to Establish Yourself as a Thought Leader
A few weeks ago, I joined a webinar put on by Charlene Walters and Entrepreneur about how to establish yourself as a thought leader. The webinar was geared towards, you guessed it - entrepreneurs - but there were some takeaways that I found important even for us...
Featuring Maureen Wright: Wealth Advisor & Finance Blogger
Maureen Wright has always fancied herself as an educator. Maureen was an accounting and finance tutor in college and continues to educate her clients in her role as a financial advisor at Savant Wealth Management in Chicago. She works closely with her clients to...
Featuring Megan Zink: Strategist, Writer & Photographer
I first met Megan Zink through a mutual friend nearly two years ago. She and I immediately clicked and bonded over the fact that we both worked full-time jobs and managed a passion on the side. She is a marketing strategist and creative mind, passionate about ongoing...
Featuring Carla Gomes Jensen: Founder of Solarium Press & Children’s Book Author
Thanks to the close friendship of our husbands, Carla Gomes Jensen is a dear friend I've come to know and respect over the years. I've been fascinated by her upbringing in Sao Paulo, Brazil and how she has blossomed living and working in the United States. We've...
Featuring Abigail Gibbons: Natural-Born Connector & Founder of The AG Collective
Abigail Gibbons, recently referred to as “Lady Boss For the 20-Somethings,” is the founder of The AG Collective (AGC), a social networking company advancing women and equality in the workplace. Abigail and I crossed paths after being connected to each other by our...
Featuring Elaine Rau: CEO and Founder of Ladybossblogger.com
A former National Wedding Sales Manager, Elaine Rau unfortunately lost her brother-in-law, her job and her home all in one week. Stuck in a developing country with no job opportunities, she had to learn how to make an income ASAP. She took it upon herself and spent...
6 Ways To Show Up At Work As a Remote Employee
I currently work at Salesforce full-time and while I do have a designated desk in our Chicago office, I do consider myself a remote employee with flexible working options. This means that I have the opportunity to work from the office or from home (or a cute coffee...
How to Master Self-Promotion at Work (Without Rubbing People the Wrong Way)
Ever wonder why you’re not being promoted or getting a raise even though you’re killing it at your job? It could be that you haven't mastered the art of self-promotion. I hate to break it to ya, but promoting yourself at work is critical to excelling in your career....
Record of Accomplishments and Feedback [Worksheet]
If you're looking to get noticed by leadership, land a promotion or accelerate your career, then you must document your accomplishments and feedback you receive on the job! Keeping a record of this information is critical to reference to aid in conversations with your...