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31
Aug
2017
The Money Talk: 4 Things to Know Before Asking for a Raise
Posted In Business

This article originally appeared in Emily’s Inc.com column, Own It. Negotiating for more money when switching jobs can be an effective way to increase your salary long term. In fact, full-time workers who changed jobs experienced an increase in pay of an average of 4.5 percent compared to 3.9 percent […]

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29
Aug
2017
Back to School Guide (Created by Entrepreneurs)
Posted In Life

It’s back-to-school time!   Remember the days of getting fresh notebooks, sharpening pencils, and chalk boards? All things that are endangered species in schools these days. Now there are iPads, whiteboards, and all kinds of cool new gear and gadget to make school days a bit […]

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28
Aug
2017
How to Flip the Script on Millennial Labels
Posted In Business

This article originally appeared in Emily’s Inc.com column, Own It. If you’re a millennial, then you’re probably tired of fighting all the negative stereotypes about who you are, what your work ethic is like, and what you’re capable of accomplishing. I would know, because I’m a […]

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24
Aug
2017
A Page From a Billionaire’s Handbook: The Mindset You Need to Have
Posted In Business, Life

Note: This article originally appeared in Emily’s Inc.com column, Own It.   While it’s probably obvious, I’ll just say it: billionaires are different than the rest of us. And, no, I’m not talking about their lavish lifestyles or, often, larger-than-life personalities. I’m talking about their relationship […]

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22
Aug
2017
Worried What People Think? Here’s How to Own Your Leadership Role
Posted In Business

This article originally appeared in Emily’s Inc.com column, Own It. There is a balancing act that comes with the territory of being an entrepreneur, and I’ve found this especially true as a mom and woman entrepreneur. Running a business and leading a team takes confidence, authority […]

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17
Aug
2017
New Hire Conversations: Small Things That Make a Big Difference
Posted In Business

Note: This article originally appeared in Emily’s Inc.com column, Own It. Despite the common stereotypes you often hear about Millennials in the workforce, I’ve had success hiring new graduates and young people for my small business. I think Millennials can be great hires because they’re usually […]

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14
Aug
2017
Escape Your Inbox: 3 Ways to Manage Your Email Efficiently
Posted In Business, Life

Note: This article originally appeared in Emily’s Inc.com column, Own It. During a recent lunch meeting, my friend’s phone vibrated at least half a dozen times, pulling her away from our conversation for a quick glance at her inbox. Our short time together was interrupted with […]

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14
Aug
2017
5 Great Books for Female Entrepreneurs by Female Entrepreneurs
Posted In Business, Life

Note: This article originally appeared in Emily’s Inc.com column, Own It. The latest books being released by top women leaders span everything from motivating, tactical advice on how to turn your passion into profit, to a powerful message about building resilience and finding meaning in the […]

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29
Jun
2017
How Less is More in Business and Life: An Interview with The Minimalists
Posted In Business, Interviews, Life

When you hear the term minimalism, you might think of the tiny house craze, starting a capsule wardrobe, purging your sock drawer, or the overall pursuit of living with less. A successful business with a growing team and multiple revenue streams isn’t the first thing to […]

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07
Jun
2017
5 Elements of a Rock-Solid Business Plan
Posted In Business

Note: This article originally appeared in Emily’s Inc.com column, Own It. If you’ve ever considered launching a business, you’ve probably heard the the alarming statistics and failure rate of small businesses in America. Fortunately, they’re not really as bad as they sound. According to the Small […]

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