When the going gets tough, the creatively tough get going. This is what it really takes. Years ago, when I first started teaching girls and women the art of recording and engineering mothers would call and extol their daughters musical talent and ask me “does she have what it takes to make it?” I would…
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“I’m Talented, So Why Am I Broke?!”
Chayala Neuhaus on turning your talent into a career. I used to think talent was everything. The magical golden egg that would hatch into wealth, success, and an occasional standing ovation. I was one of those kids who was told from a young age that I had a gift, and for a long time I…
The Boss or the Kids? Working Parents Juggle a Lot in the Summer
How do you manage to work when the kids have such random schedules? These tips may help when it just doesn’t seem manageable. It’s summer again. For working parents, summer isn’t all about sunshine and laughter. With the kids off and routines out the window, juggling work calls, children, and your sanity seems almost impossible….
How to Feel Summer Even If You’re Working Full-Time
You can make the most of your summer, no matter how you spend your day-to-day. Are you sitting at a desk, thinking about how you should be enjoying this sunny day? Don’t. How you view your summer is in your mind – – and it’s entirely in your power to grab some beautiful moments and…
5 Smart Ways to Figure Out What to Do After Seminary
Feeling unsure about your next step? You’re not alone, and you’re not behind. You’ve just finished an incredible year (or two) away. Now what? Suddenly, it feels like everyone else has a plan: a course, a degree, a job, a direction. And you’re still wondering… what’s my next move? If that sounds familiar, breathe. You’re…
9 Tips on Returning to Work after a Baby
Going back to work after a baby is never easy. These tips will ease the transition. How do you make the most of this time off so you’re ready and rested when it’s time to resume a schedule? Organize Your Life Before the Baby Your maternity leave is not a great time to catch up…
Mastering the Art of Negotiating a Raise
No one finds it comfortable, but you’re going to have to do it anyway. These tips will help. Negotiating a raise seems scary, but with the right approach, preparation, and confidence, you can significantly improve your chances of getting what you want. Here’s step-by-step process to help you navigate the delicate art of negotiating a…
Thoughts On Being a Girl Boss
What does it mean and is it really your dream? Girl Boss. Mom Boss. These words have been used in recent years to describe a woman who can run her business to big success, despite being a woman – or even a mom. People use these expressions as a positive ideal, something to strive for. …
I’m Keeping My Baby at Home While I work
This time around, I will work with my baby next to me. Can it really work? I type these words as my baby sits beside me on the couch, nestled into my side as she fiddles with my empty coffee mug. I know my moments are numbered; as soon as she tires of trying to…
Should You Stay or Leave Your Job?
If that’s the question you ask yourself everyday, this might be a different perspective. If you are reading this, chances are you’re not that thrilled with your current job. (If your job is deeply satisfying don’t take it for granted!) Whether it’s the actual work or your relationships with your boss and coworkers, my guess…
