Work It: Tweed Sheath Dress
Happy MLK Day! Today's Work It pick is this regal Tory Burch crepe-detail tweed sheath dress from Bergdorf Goodman (pssst...Bergdorf Goodman is having a 25% off sale on previously reduced merchandise). I'm personally loving the artful juxtaposition of the crepe and...
Don’t Hate, Celebrate! Why You Should Celebrate Other People’s Success
How do you feel when a co-worker, a friend or family member gets a promotion? Does a twinge of envy take over you, or do you wish them well on their way to success? Does it motivate you to strive, or get you all down and out, feeling sorry for yourself? How we treat...
The 411: Weekly News Update
Happy happy Sunday, and happy MLK week-end! As we celebrate the legacy of Dr. King this week-end, let's be reminded of the human spirit that unites us all as people, regardless of race, creed, gender or origin. Happy birthday Dr. King, we love and miss you! Here are...
10 Things I Would Tell My Younger Corporate Self
If I could take back some of my college antics way back in the day (I'll refrain from providing details), I so would. And if I could have an unadulterated, honest one-on-one with my younger, more vibrant, corporate self, I'd have a thing or two to say too... We've all...
Work It: Layered Dress
Neiman Marcus is offering $50 off any purchase $200 or over, which piqued my interest quite a bit. What also piqued my fashion interest, was this Laundry by Shelli Segal sleeveless color block layered dress. As much as I'm getting over the color block trend, I have to...
5 Tips to Address a Difficult Situation with A Co-Worker
I've had to address many a difficult situation with co-workers. From dealing with control freaks to putting up with abuse at work literally, finding the courage, and the right tone to address challenging inter-personal situations at work can be a challenge, a big one...
Coffee Break: Would You Recommend A Family Member for A Job?
I wrote earlier about family resenting you for your career success. How about when it's time to recommend a family member? Is it advisable, or should you rather run in the other direction? The same way using family members as references is usually questionable, and...
Work It: Boucle Coat
Ann Taylor is having its semi-annual sale, and this edged boucle coat at a 50% discount caught my fashion eye. Loving the winter white haute sophistication of this original coat, that can be styled up for the boardroom, or down for a stylish week-end on the...
Does Your Family Resent You For Your Career Success?
It is said your home and family are the foundation for success. It's at home growing up that we're supposed to learn what it means to cooperate, collaborate, and support each other. It's also at home that we pass along work ethic to our children. Yet it's also within...
The 411: Weekly News Update
Enjoy our posts? Like us on Facebook, follow us on Twitter or Pinterest! Happy Sunday! Hope everyone is enjoying the rest of their week-end. It's snowy and cold on this side of the blogosphere, and if you're anywhere around us, as you're sipping on your warm coffee...
