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Either work or life will require more attention at times. Give it the attention it needs, then move on. Women are often reluctant to sing their own praises. But you can't succeed in business unless you do. Despite logistical challenges, if your banker doesn't make your life easier, find one who will. Allocate funds for an assistant when you start your business; consider it a necessary office expense. Is your business interfering with the 'life' side of the work/life equation? If you've been lavishing attention on a golden goose, think about what happens if it strays. Get over your emotional hang-ups about money. Think instead about the value you're offering your customers. An all-consuming focus on your business can wreak havoc on your health and your emotional balance. Anger and shame are natural byproducts of bankruptcy, but these 3 women discovered they could reinvent themselves and be entrepreneurs again. Women entrepreneurs are finding opportunities in homeland security. Make sure you're moving for the right reasons and can comfortably cover the overhead. We explore the dynamics of bringing the first male employee into an all-female work environment. Change is good, but not if it's merely for the sake of change. Know the answers to four questions before attempting to modify your brand. Before you change your brand, know how the change affects your vision and your values. More and more women are starting technology companies--and securing venture capital, to boot. Do women bring an extra something to technology research and development? We asked several women helming their own tech companies for their insights. Audiences shouldn't be your nemesis. Try these helpful tips from women who got past their public speaking fears. 3 entrepreneurs say that making time to get away makes them better, sharper business owners. Looking to hit 7 figures and beyond? Learn from 3 women who are already there Those who've done so have learned to handle terminations carefully and professionally. Is sex appeal a tool woman should use in their business dealings Getting your business certified can create a world of opportunities. Here's how some entrepreneurs stay motivated when life threatens to overwhelm them. See how successful women recovered from major business blunders--and how you can, too. Why aren't more women entrepreneurs cashing in on the benefits of going public? The latest buzz about alpha males has spawned workshops and books geared toward both women and men who want to become more 'alpha' in business. Entrepreneurs who've coped with sleep deprivation say lack of rest can wreak havoc on your business. Today's VCs aren't put off by gender; they place their faith in a good business model. Learn what to do when the rumors and attacks start flying. You may feel pressure to do everything at work and at home, but you'll be much happier if you delegate. Starting the Women Presidents' Organization was the launching pad of Marsha Firestone's success. A recent study found depression was the #1 obstacle to women's professional success. How do entrepreneurs cope? Don't sabotage your business by making decisions solely based on relationships. How entrepreneurial moms cope with having a baby while continuing to run their businesses. Take a lesson from partnerships that started off friendly and ended up as near disasters. See how entrepreneurs from many walks of life affected their workplaces by adding an element of spirituality. What's more important to success: a knack for business planning or an instinctive, seat-of-the-pants attitude? If you run into a woman who resorts to backstabbing, don't keep quiet about it. Yes, you can win big contracts--with a bit of help. Older, more affluent moms are inspiring a burgeoning business trend. |
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