From the monthly archives:

December 2008

Party Talk: My Nightmare. Yours?

by Deputy Diva on December 23, 2008

in Perspiration

The word “networking” makes me break into cold sweat. Especially when it’s for business. I am infinitely envious of people who can walk into a room and shmooze away. But it’s the season for parties, so here’s a some tips on how to make small talk from the Daily Beast that look very helpful. How about you? Do you have any good ways to get comfortable with networking?

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3 Ways to Access Your Creativity

by Biz Diva on December 19, 2008

in Inspiration

 

Creativity in action

Business always requires a level of creativity, but in economically challenging times like these, creativity is essential for survival. But how can you access your creativity when you are staring at your stack of bills? You can’t. You have to do something different. Here are some ideas:

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The Girl Effect

December 12, 2008

One thing has been consistently proven to lower poverty, disease and violence in developing countries: empowering girls. Social scientists have known this for years. But now the word is getting out. This video made me want to help all 600 million girls.

The Girl Effect

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“Women business owners who exceed the million dollar revenue mark typically…”

December 9, 2008

• Are “gutsy,” action-oriented women.
• Have a solutions orientation.
• Believe that a larger business provides more freedom.
• Are energized by the “business of growing a business.”
• Create their own rules.
• Focus on internal business culture.
• Are life-long learners.
Sound like you?
This study from the Center for Women’s Business Research has lots of other good info. My favorite part is this statement: women business owners’ [...]

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