The 411: Weekly News Update
Happy Sunday! Hope everyone is having a great Thanksgiving week-end. As you're recuperating from the food coma (and the dreadful family reunions) and relaxing, here is our weekly news update: Black Enterprise lists 10 motivational career insights from the Bible;...
My Favorite 30 Black Friday Sales
I hope everyone had a wonderful Thanksgiving! I certainly did, and after ingesting mounds of food, I'm ready for some good deals...Here are my favorite 30 Black Friday sales, ready, set, shop! ASOS: Enjoy 30% off everything, plus an extra 70% off on all sales items...
Dreading Thanksgiving Family Gatherings? There’s an app for that…
Ok, we all know Thanksgiving, this great time of the year to be thankful and reunited with your entire family can also be a time of gritting your teeth through your least favorite relatives' not so funny jokes, and waiting to exhale, literally...Speaking of breathing...
Work It: Embellished Wool Sweater
As the holiday season is officially upon us (and so is the cold weather), I've been on the lookout for festive yet cozy sweaters, that would look just as good in the office than at my in-laws' Thanksgiving gathering. Hence today's pick, this embellished merino wool...
How to Manage Your Workload During The Holiday Season
Happy Thanksgiving Eve! The holiday season is officially in full swing, and so are fourth quarter and year-end deadlines! While we look forward to celebrating the holidays, unwinding and relaxing a bit, projects still need to be completed and delivered, deadlines met,...
Coffee Break: Is it OK to Discuss Controversial Events at Work?
Yesterday's events in Ferguson, MO, and the controversial conversation ensuing on and offline for many of us, made me think about how much impact recent news events can have on our career. Is it ever OK to discuss controversial events in the news at work? Some topics...
Work It: Liv Jacket
I like this vibrant Lafayette 148 Liv jacket from Bloomingdale's. It's design is as unexpected as it is fresh, yet still professional enough for the office. The round neck, long sleeves, and concealed hook closure make it great for work, while the zebra print adds a...
Why Fairness is Overrated and Action Matters: The Mike Brown Legacy
If you open any news media outlet this morning, you won't be able to escape news and images about Ferguson, MO. And neither would you want to. We all have something to learn about this tragedy, regardless of race, gender or opinion for that matter. One of the...
Coffee Break: Are Thanksgiving Gifts At Work A Ritual of the Past?
Thanksgiving is here, literally, and while we're running around trying to fix last minute menus and meet work deadlines,a minority of employers may be offering late November gifts, also known as Thanksgiving gifts ! While one-third of employers will require...
Work It: Cutout Pin Dress
I'm in fashion lust with this Raoul Salvador contour cutout pin dress from Neiman Marcus. Loving the standout magenta collar of this statuesque dress, and the original shoulder cutout with a bar brooch pin. Stunning! At $425, this dress is definitely a splurge, yet...
