Topic: businesswomen

Oprah Tells Sheryl Sandberg It Is Not Possible For Everyone To Be Oprah Or Sheryl Sandberg

Oprah and Sheryl Sandberg discussed paninis, Paul Simon and women owning their success. More »

Video Of The Day: Is It Possible For A Powerful Woman To Be Feminine Too?

This video comes from our friends at YourTango. It teaches women how they can actually be both powerful and feminine. Yes, you can have it both ways in this life. More »

Women Will Invest More When Other Women Are Involved In A Venture

A new study by the Center for Venture Research found that women are more likely to take financial risks when surrounded by other women. In other words, if you want a woman to invest her money, you better get a whole group of them to participate. More »

Would You Go On Something Called ‘The Estrogen Cruise?’

When you have a passion in your life besides your business, it’s easy to make apropos analogies between the two topics to make an impact – especially when you’re speaking to a room full of equally passionate businesswomen. More »

The Morning Grind: Be Happy And Shop Mary-Kate And Ashley’s New Line

It’s Friday. Maybe it’s time to try online dating to find someone special this weekend – celebrities do it, too. (YourTango)

Mary-Kate and Ashley Olsen talk about their new line. (The Frisky)

Are you actually using your degree? Did you take advantage of resources when you were in college? (Pretty Young Professional)

Check out the full list of the most powerful women in the world. (Forbes)

How to be happy. No, really. (HuffPo Women)

Models, Dancers, Actors: How Women Deal With “Limited Duration” Careers

“Models are like athletes: You burn hard and fast. Going to the [London School of Economics] was setting the groundwork for a plan B if and when a day ever comes when the phone stops ringing with modeling jobs. You can’t count on a career like my mom’s. That’s very rare.” More »

The Afternoon Grind: Paz De La Huerta For Agent Provocateur And Towels From Target

In case a career wasn’t what you had in mind, here are the 10 best colleges to find a husband. (YourTango)

Paz De La Huerta‘s new ad for Agent Provocateur proves she’s as classy as ever. (The Frisky)

Thomas O’Brien is about to release his new home line for Target. (Shelterpop)

Let’s change how we discuss women’s careers, shall we? (HuffPo Women)

Another sneak peak at Spring 2012: Rebecca Taylor‘s collection. (The Budget Babe)

Why You Need Your Own Board Of Directors

In large companies, a board of directors is essential. They’re there to inspire, provide feedback and ultimately decide where money should be invested. In smaller companies, boards are less common, but that doesn’t mean you shouldn’t have one. More »

Are Women Being Cut From The Field Of Surgery?

“In 6500 B.C., some guy looked at his sick friend and said, ‘I have an idea. Why don’t I drill a hole in your skull? It’ll make you feel better.’ Thus, surgery was born. It takes a certain brand of crazy to come up with an idea like drilling into somebody’s skull, but surgeons have always been a confident bunch. We usually know what we’re doing. And when we don’t, we still act like we do. We walk boldly into undiscovered country, plant a flag, and start ordering people around. It’s invigorating, and terrifying.” More »

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Video Of The Day: Beyonce Mommyjacked The VMAs

Sunday night at the VMAs, businesswomen and musician, Beyonce announced to the world her pregnancy. At the end of her performance, she opened her jacket, revealed her baby bump and patted it. Congratulations to she and Jay-Z, but you have to admit it’s not just a scene stealer, but a night stealer, too. As Koa Beck, editor of our sister site, Mommyish, pointed it out, it was totally a “mommyjacking” moment. More »

When It Comes To Business, Women Sometimes Have More To Offer Than Men

Let’s pat ourselves on the back, shall we? According to a recent study conducted by Pepperdine University, “women in top positions reported beating the industry average in terms of productivity and profitability.” A Catalyst report from July of this year, found that almost 52% of managerial and professional positions are held by women, and for the first time in history, women are receiving more MBA degrees. More »

The Morning Grind: You Need A Bulletproof Silk Dress And How To Fake A Good Mood

Your work wardrobe absolutely needs a bulletproof silk dress. (The Frisky)

Let Jason Bateman inspire how you decorate your office or home this week. (Shelterpop)

Do “dream” companies actually exist? Some say yes. (Pretty Young Professional)

Further proof that people actually care about Kim Kardashian‘s wedding. (Styleite)

Here’s a necessary guide as to how to deal with being around people when you’re in a shitty mood. (Jezebel)

Poll: Which ‘Alpha Bitch’ Are You?

The alpha is the highest ranked individual in a community. Whether we’re talking about prides of lions, murders of crows or your office, there’s always an alpha.

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August 26, 1920: The Day American Women Got The Right To Vote

It was 91 years ago today the all the efforts by American women to get themselves a voice in government finally paid off. More »

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