Amelia Earhart was the first woman pilot to fly solo across the Atlantic Ocean. She was the first woman to receive the Distinguished Flying Cross, and later formed an organization for women pilots called The Ninety-Nines. She published several books about her experiences. As an early supporter of equal rights for women, Earhart was the embodiment of the idea that women can do … [Read more...] about Famous Women Quotes: Amelia Earhart
Women in Business
Scandal: Lessons in Crisis Management
ABC’s new show Scandal highlights a “crisis management” firm that helps people in trouble get out. These gladiators in suits may be lawyers, but they are doing public relations. While you’re PR people may not deal with Russian mobsters or DC madams like the characters in Scandal, they still have the obligation to manage the reputation of your company. It has been said, “It … [Read more...] about Scandal: Lessons in Crisis Management
Businessmoms, Getting the Most out of Your Situation
My day usually begins with a good-morning snuggle with my six-year-old, Belle. She is the best alarm clock ever. After I get up, I balance between getting myself ready and getting my children ready for the day. When everyone is finished, my husband Jeff takes the kids to school and I head off to work. Being a mom and a professional has forced me to adjust my life plan. As a … [Read more...] about Businessmoms, Getting the Most out of Your Situation
Spreading the Word: Marketing for Small Business
Small businesses and other start-ups share a lot in common: most are full of hopes and expectations. Most small business owners have a product that they really believe in. Most are staffed largely by magnanimous family members. And most…are short on cash. Does this sound familiar? So you've started a business, and now you're looking at how you can start to market and grow your … [Read more...] about Spreading the Word: Marketing for Small Business
She Works Hard for the Money…so Hard for it Honey!
My name is Monica Favela George and I have a problem. I LOVE shoes. So much that I have risked my entire financial well being on launching my own shoe line. I did not work for anyone else in this biz before taking what I now realize is a much bigger leap than expected. The down side: my life is chock-full o' work, cash flow is a big worry, and I need to clone myself to get … [Read more...] about She Works Hard for the Money…so Hard for it Honey!