Her Juggle: Emily Seamone
Too bad Emily Seamone lives on the East Coast because I think we would be instant friends. I can totally relate to her internal drive to want to do more and more and more. Still, her outlook and tips...
View ArticleCareer Transitions: Seeking that “Poof” Moment
I’m fascinated by other people’s stories. How did they become who they are? What were their struggles? Who guided them along the way? I’m curious. I’m looking for clues. I’m in awe. Perhaps it is the...
View Article5 Networking Insights and Tips for the Busy Working Parent
I’ve been to my fair share of professional networking lunches, witnessing the fast and furious exchange of business cards and pleasantries. Some people are just brilliant as they work a room. They move...
View ArticleHer Juggle: Samantha McGarry
It’s been a few weeks since I’ve featured a new “Her Juggle” mom, but given we are officially post-Labor Day, it’s time to embrace routine again, right?! Below you will meet Samantha McGarry, PR maven...
View ArticleHer Juggle: Ilene Evans
I’m fascinated by female entrepreneurs. I have so much respect for their creativity, business savvy and ability to take a risk and just “go for it.” I met this week’s “Her Juggle” mom, Ilene Evans, a...
View ArticleWishing for My “Easy” Button
I recall listening to an Oprah Life Class session where the media icon herself was sharing lessons and learnings from her own personal journey. Specifically, I’ve been fixated lately with a story she...
View ArticleThis Working Mom Loves Stitch Fix
A few of my working mom girlfriends were chatting the other day about the usual stuff – lack of time, lack of sleep, projects at home, presentations in the office – and then we shifted to shopping....
View Article5 Tips to Ease the Morning Routine with Kids
Three kids 10 and under. Two working parents. One crazy, golden retriever. Every day we choose to accept the challenge to get out the door, on time and without screaming at one another. Yes, we are not...
View ArticleDo Moms Know How to Handle Their Own Free Time?
I find myself in a strange, new place this year. Every other Friday, I have six precious, quiet hours all to myself. My 9/80 schedule gifts me two Fridays off a month, and with all thee kids in school...
View ArticleHer Juggle: Jennifer Williams
With the back-to-school transitions and crazy fall schedules, I’ve failed to share a new “Her Juggle” spotlight in a few weeks. But we have a new mom, and like many of us, Jennifer Williams is not only...
View ArticleShowing Up
My dear blogging friend, Alexa, and I have an idea. I can’t really share all of the brilliant details, but it centers on writing a book, which we hope to unveil in 2015. We’ve chatted on the phone,...
View ArticleHer Juggle: Alexis Anderson
I absolutely love reading the Q&A responses when a new mom friend participates in “Her Juggle.” This week, meet Alexis Anderson, balancing life as a full-time PR pro while parenting a beautiful...
View ArticleHer Juggle: Katy Blevins
Working mom Katy Blevins has a lot going on. Social media maven, blogger, career woman, photographer and of course her favorite and most precious job – mom. Looking for some inspiration on seeking...
View ArticleMaking Flex Work in Your Career
A few weeks ago, Working Mother Magazine dedicated a day to “flex.” It seems companies are finally starting to embrace the idea that work can – and sometimes should – be done in alternative places and...
View ArticleHer Juggle: Lauren Valentine
I’ve featured many different moms in the “her juggle” series with varying work schedules, careers and lifestyles. This week working mom Lauren Valentine gives us a glimpse into balancing a work-at-home...
View ArticleHer Juggle: Linda Landers
Networking when you have a full-time gig and kids is tough, but I almost always find the effort worth it. There are so many interesting people to meet, and when I discovered Linda Landers, owner of...
View Article10+ Gift Ideas for Working Moms
Need gift ideas for that special working mom in your life? Perhaps it’s a friend, or wife, your sister or fellow coworker. I guarantee, like most moms, she is probably handling the lion’s share of the...
View ArticleHer Juggle: Raylee Melton
I think I’ve discovered my new online guru. Meet working mom and social media maven Raylee Melton. Wait until you read how many social media posts she’s cranked out in her career. I’m not worthy!...
View ArticleCan Career Dreams and Family Life Co-exist?
I don’t watch much TV these days. Not enough time, and I’m trying to avoid getting sucked into shows late in the evening when I should be hitting the pillow. Still, I do have a few series’ I never...
View ArticleHer Juggle: Julie Bowman
I’ve noticed a trend in the “her juggle” series: working moms wake early, and this week’s spotlight mom Julie Bowman is no exception. In fact, I think she wins the award for earliest wake time. Julie...
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