by Solange Lopes | Aug 25, 2014 | Career |
QBracelet – Photo credit: flaker.pl
I knew technology was going to make all kinds of things possible, yet I just cannot help being amazed over and over again at all the new gadgets out there…hence today’s coffee break pick, the new phone charging bracelet QBracelet. It’s a bracelet, and a phone charger all at once, making sure you never miss another tweet, text, call or Instagram alert just because your phone happens to be discharged (heaven forbid anyone would ever have to go phone-less for more than a millisecond)…
This metallic, polished and quite “rock’n roll meets sleek” accessory is now available for pre-order for $79, and promises to be quite the showstopper…as it makes us start contemplating how the rest of our wardrobe could also be put to use…hmmm…
My $0.05: Ok, I do think this is sheer genius and for busy moms like myself, it could be a life-saver. The price point is pretty comparable to other juice packs in the same category as well. Would I purchase one? It may not be at the top of my must-have’s, but would certainly make a nice Christmas gift (hint, hint…).
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by Solange Lopes | Aug 25, 2014 | Career
Skirt Suit – $129.99 – macys.com
I’m usually more of a pants suit kinda girl, but this Tahari stand-collar skirt suit got me going all kinds of oohs and ahhhs…Loving the chic and sophisticated look of this suit! The stand-collar and seaming adds a touch of originality to this otherwise traditional suit.
It’s perfect for a more conservative day at the office, or even a formal after-hours event. It’s on sale for $129.99 at Macy’s.
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by Solange Lopes | Aug 25, 2014 | Career |
morning routine – Photo credit: elev8.com
Happy Monday! Yes, it’s Monday morning, again…
And if you’ve just had a frazzled, running after the clock (and the kids), “where did I put my keys” (or my head) kinda morning, you may want to continue reading… (and if you haven’t, you can always get a good laugh)…
I happen to be a certified, family-accredited, professional specialist of frazzled mornings. If it ain’t frazzled, it ain’t right…
After all, doesn’t it make more sense to maximize sleep, hit the “snooze” button as many times as we can afford, skip breakfast and shuttle sleepy-eyed kids to school solely on adrenaline? Why honor our mornings and use them to get mentally, spiritually and physically ready for the day? Why not just treat our mornings as we treat everything else these days, as an “instant fix”?
According to researchers at the University of Nottingham and the National Institute of Education in Singapore, willpower is highest in the morning.The further into the day we get, the less motivated we are to accomplish important tasks. So much for that training you’ve been planning to take, or the career blog you’ve been dreaming of writing (ahem)! Besides, as much as we may want to think we can magically catch up on all our to-do’s, “wish-I-had-done’s”, and “will-do-someday’s”, truth remains the one proven way to jump-start our days is to treat our mornings with the respect they deserve…
1. Get fueled spiritually! My pastor always asks us as a congregation how we can afford to get prepared in all ways to face the day, except mentally and spiritually. No wonder so many of us start the day in a grouchy mood, speed on the highway, and use colorful language in the morning…Whatever your faith or spiritual practice, carve out some time in the morning to get still, replenish your spiritual reserves before stepping into this crazy world (or traffic)…
2. Do one thing you love! I do my best writing in the morning hours. That’s also when I enjoy it the most…With two toddlers, a packed schedule and big dreams, putting myself first requires quite some dexterity. Choose the beginning of your day to put yourself first and take care of your own internal engine. Whether it’s exercising, meditating, reading or writing, make the time to treat yourself first! Selfish? Nope, it’s called self-preservation.
3. Start BIG! I believe in tackling big tasks first. One, because that’s when the caffeine rush first hits my system. Second, because getting one big thing done by lunch time gives me permission to treat myself to some form of chocolate-filled snack. Alright, there are other healthier (and more logical) incentives, but my point is, the bigger you start, the saner you might end up after 8 hours or more….Just sayin’…
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by Solange Lopes | Aug 24, 2014 | Career
weekly news update – ratiojuris.blogspot.com
Happy Sunday! Hope everyone is having a great week-end, and enjoying the remnants of the summer. So, as you’re sipping on your cup of coffee, here is what we’re reading this week:
- it’s back to school week, and while I can’t believe my oldest baby is starting kindergarten, I can also get that “back to school” feeling;
- Never thought email could actually make your life better? Well, think again, you can actually make your life better by sending 5 simple emails;
- Speaking of a better life, Forbes’ Laura Shin shares with us 20 lessons for happiness and success;
- The Daily Muse tips us off on 7 science-backed ways to look smarter at work, and suggests 3 ways to force yourself to focus;
- Hello Beautiful gives us 5 reasons why every woman should attend a professional conference;
- Are you a new mom? Harvard Business Review writes about managing your emotions after maternity leave;
- Recent news headlines, from painful unrest in Ferguson to deadly air strikes and unexpected deaths, left my heart broken and my mind dubious. The Cubicle Chick tips us off on how to deal with breaking news at the office;
- In more WTH news, I was appalled at learning that moms requesting flex time are judged more harshly than dads (yes, really!), while Bloomberg BusinessWeek reveals the most lucrative industries pay women the least;
- For the to-do list addicts like myself, Forbes tips us off on what to do when your to-do list runs you;
- Last but not least, I wrote this week about the “lean out” generation or how to deal with other women leaving the workforce, how not to forget to get married, and whether you (yes,you!) should really invest in your 401k.
Happy Sunday, and happy reading! Thank you for all your support!
The Corporate Sis.
by Solange Lopes | Aug 22, 2014 | Career
Embossed Leather journal – $28 – anthropologie.com
Loving this embossed leather journal from Anthropologie! I love journaling in all areas of my life, including in my career (check my post here). And what better than to do it in style?
This embossed leather journal has an old, cozy, nostalgic feel, and makes me think of cool evenings at home. It’s original and endearing, and is $28 at Anthropologie!
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