Women Killing It!

This week we are announcing our first in a series of challenges designed to take your career to the next level.  We think it's time to put all the amazing advice we've been hearing to work for us.  Give it a try and tell us how it goes! Email us or tell us on social media.  We'll be back next week with another inspiring interview from a woman who is killing it in her career.

When it comes to getting back to work after a career break, Carol Fishman Cohen is a pioneer. The mother of four, she returned to work in 2001 at Bain Capital. Her return to work was so unique that Harvard did a case study about her. Since then, Carol has published a book with her iRelaunch co-founder, given a Ted Talk viewed 1.3 million times, and helped tens of thousands of professionals seeking to return to work, both in the US and abroad. She shares her own career path and tips for finding confidence often lost during time off from paid work.

When it comes to getting back to work after a career break, Carol Fishman Cohen is a pioneer.  The mother of four, she returned to work in 2001 at Bain Capital.  Her return to work was so unique that Harvard did a case study about her.  Since then, Carol has published a book with her iRelaunch co-founder, given a Ted Talk viewed 1.3 million times, and helped tens of thousands of professionals seeking to return to work, both in the US and abroad.  She shares her own career path and tips for finding confidence often lost during time off from paid work.

Samantha Ettus, a work/life expert and best selling author, talks about her new book "The Pie Life." She shares her view that women are happiest when they play in several different slices of life -- their career, their personal life, and even hobbies. She talks strategies for achieving the ever illusive work-life balance and discusses the unrealistic expectations that society places on mothers. For a hopeful view that it is indeed possible to "have it all," check out this episode!

Samantha Ettus, a work/life expert and best selling author, talks about her new book "The Pie Life."  She shares her view that women are happiest when they play in several different slices of life -- their career, their personal life, and even hobbies. She talks strategies for achieving the ever illusive work-life balance and discusses the unrealistic expectations that society places on mothers. For a hopeful view that it is indeed possible to "have it all," check out this episode!

Taking the leap is the hardest part, and that's just what Raquel Frechette did when she started her family photography business in Brooklyn. With an MBA and a corporate job, Raquel re-evaluated her career track after becoming a mom. Even though starting her business meant working up from the bottom again, she has created a life for herself that includes balance, success, and even time to learn the ukele!

Taking the leap is the hardest part, and that's just what Raquel Frechette did when she started her family photography business in Brooklyn.  With an MBA and a corporate job, Raquel re-evaluated her career track after becoming a mom.  Even though starting her business meant working up from the bottom again, she has created a life for herself that includes balance, success, and even time to learn the ukele!

Patti Clark has dedicated her more than 30-year career helping women - from teenage girls to empty nesters - undergo life transitions. Her book, This Way Up, is a culmination of her life's work and helps women discover a life filled with enthusiasm, creativity, and joy. Women spend so much energy caring for others, or working for others' approval, that we disconnect from our inner selves. If you've ever felt lost or confused about your purpose, this episode is a must-listen!

Patti Clark has dedicated her more than 30-year career helping women - from teenage girls to empty nesters - undergo life transitions.  Her book, This Way Up, is a culmination of her life's work and helps women discover a life filled with enthusiasm, creativity, and joy.  Women spend so much energy caring for others, or working for others' approval, that we disconnect from our inner selves.  If you've ever felt lost or confused about your purpose, this episode is a must-listen!

Jennefer Witter, author of The Little Book of Big PR and CEO and Founder of boutique PR firm The Boreland Group, shares her inspiring career path and so many pearls of wisdom learned in her journey.  Confidence and a can-do attitude is critical to success in Jennefer's view, and she encourages women to walk into a room like they own it -- faking confidence if need be. Jennefer's interview will encourage you to "go forth and conquer" and support other women as you do.