Personal brand. It’s certainly an overused term, but it's definitely not overrated. Personal branding is more important than ever as it helps you to build a reputation for what you want to be known for, differentiate yourself from others, increase your value and...
Ashley Marie, a serial snacker since birth, is the Founder & Chief Snack Officer of B.T.R. Bar. Ashley started the company in honor of her parents, determined to pass on their legacy and inspire the world to be BOLD, TENACIOUS & RESILIENT. Over five years ago,...
I often get the question, “How do you do it all?” in regards to working a full-time job, managing Lipstick & Ink and my career advising services, all while trying to write a book. And the answer is that it all comes down to maximizing my productivity. If you too...
Nearly half of Americans have a side hustle today and 43% of those side hustlers work full-time jobs. There's no question that side hustles are on the rise. And depending on whether you’ve already started one or are thinking about it, there’s a lot to consider. It...
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...
Passion is energy. Feel the power that comes from focusing on what excites you. – Oprah Winfrey Freelance, hobby, side hustle, entrepreneurship - whatever you want to call it, there is no denying that people are more serious about pursuing their passions than ever...
Having a LinkedIn profile in today’s day and age is a must and is expected by employers, recruiters and professionals alike. It’s one of the most valuable and underrated social media apps out there. It’s a way for you to search for jobs, grow your network, connect...
I’ve genuinely enjoyed being a part of the corporate world and where my career path has taken me (let me just say that not all 9-5 jobs are terrible and soul-sucking). But like everyone else, I have other interests outside of my job. I’ve considered myself a writer...
When’s the last time you passed out a business card? Or a better question, do you have a business card to pass out and share? I still remember when I got my first box of business cards placed on my desk at my first job. I opened the box and was elated to see my name...