by Trina Fleming – Failure is defined as the state or condition of not meeting a desirable or intended objective, and is usually viewed as the opposite of success. But I disagree. I don’t think failure is the opposite of success. … MORE
One Voice Can Have an Impact
by Rachel Owens – A little over a month ago, I attended the California NAWBO “Propel Your Business” Summit in Sacramento. There were more than 100 women from across the state joining together to network, share leadership ideas, celebrate the 9 … MORE
The Smaller You Go, The More You’ll Grow
by Jane Shafron – Like around 150 of us last month, I attended the very excellent NAWBO “PR and Marketing Panel” and it got me thinking (again) about the whole web strategy thing. As a small business, we are in a … MORE
You Talkin’ to Me?
by Judy Rose – Yes I am. This blog is for business owners who want to communicate effectively. That’s you, isn’t it? My point is, you need to know who you’re talking to. Here are a few thoughts on how: 1. … MORE
Work Your Body, Build Your Mind
by Laura Lehrer – Nearly every conversation that I have with potential yoga students turns to the subject of flexibility. To the uninitiated, the word “yoga” likely summons up a picture of a super bendy person with arms and legs wrapped … MORE
Betty Friedan Redux
by Claudia Bryan – I saw Betty Friedan in the mid-1990’s having lunch at USC. She did not look well, chewed with her mouth open, and fell asleep at the lunch table. And yet it was still exciting to see the … MORE
Running a Successful Woman Owned Business
by Kathy Dawson – Since starting my own business in 2008 I have learned many valuable lessons. Over the past 25 years, the number of businesses owned by women has grown by more than 42%. More women than ever are … MORE
Dependents: What are the tax rules?
by Penny Fox – Most taxpayers believe that a “dependent” is a minor child that lives with them. While that is essentially correct, dependents can include parents, other relatives and non-relatives, and even children who don’t live with you. There is … MORE
Don’t let the tail wag the dog
by Darlynn Morgan – Many people think that if they aren’t super wealthy, they don’t need estate planning because they won’t have an estate tax. And while this is true, don’t let the tax tail wag the dog when it comes … MORE
The Certainty of Change
by Trina Fleming – I’ve heard it said that the only thing you can count on is change. It’s ironic that the one thing in life that is certain makes us uncomfortable because of its uncertainty. Most people prefer familiarity; we … MORE
