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8 Entrepreneurs Share How to Recession-proof Your Business
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8 Entrepreneurs Share How to Recession-proof Your Business

A strong business isn’t just strong when business is good— it can also withstand the heat when things go south. Some of us have been in business long enough to have weathered the recession of 2008. Some of us are fighting our way through COVID as our first uncertain period. Let me introduce you to women who are sharing a bit of their story and some tips on how to prepare your business for choppy waves.

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4 Girl Bosses Share Their #1 Goal with Social Media
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4 Girl Bosses Share Their #1 Goal with Social Media

Ready to get real about social media? I am! Social media is a constantly changing beast that’s necessary for every business owner to tame. Not only does social bring in potential clients, but it helps you connect with a thriving network of fellow-minded bosses. How do you stay on top of all changes when there are five different platforms and only one of you? Take a page from these 4 girl bosses, as they share their focus on social media for 2020 and how you can find your focus, too.

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Kindness is the Way to Empowerment
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Kindness is the Way to Empowerment

If I only did things that fit within my comfort zone, I would exclusively be watching Bridget Jones' Diary and drinking Peanut Butter Milkshakes on my couch, because that's what comes naturally to me. But I'm open to adding to this shortlist, ha, so I said 'heck yes!' when I was invited to speak at Creative Mornings last Friday about 'Women's Empowerment'. It was a dream scenario and was worth overcoming the anxiety I feel when I need to speak in front of others and now that Iv'e done it, I feel like I've gained 100 courage points!

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Meet Lisa Gilmore of Lisa Gilmore Design!
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Meet Lisa Gilmore of Lisa Gilmore Design!

“Let’s be real— leopard print is a neutral.” This is perhaps the best way to sum up Lisa Gilmore of Lisa Gilmore Design and it’s in her own words, babes! She is bold, colorful (her hair is bright red and she doesn’t need an excuse to wear pink suede shoes), & she’s not afraid to take a leap of faith. Lisa was living in Chicago after graduating from design school when life changed and brought her back to Florida in 2011 when she launched her design firm. Six and a half years later and she’s kicking butt & taking names in a way she never knew was possible for herself.

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12 Women Who Make Pivoting Their Business
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12 Women Who Make Pivoting Their Business

This week’s topic is all about pivoting for your business— because the first lesson each of us learns after we launch is how to come up with a plan B. Staying flexible and being resourceful is an absolute must as a business owner. Part of being resourceful is being able to reach out when you need a hand or an ear, so the best resource we have is each other. Having women you can ask questions and hear about what has worked and hasn’t for is so invaluable & comforting. We want you to know that it’s okay if plan A isn’t working. It means it’s time for plan B.

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Prep Your Business for the Holidays Like a Boss
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Prep Your Business for the Holidays Like a Boss

It’s almost time to switch from Pumpkin Spice to Peppermint! That means it’s time to firm up details for our businesses now so we can fully enjoy the holidays with our family & friends. We asked 11 women what they’re doing to prep ahead of time for their business so they can watch all their favorite Christmas movies without feeling guilty. But how can this be?

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The Morning Routines of 17 Badass Women
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The Morning Routines of 17 Badass Women

Hiya! Welcome back to another round of small business tips, Boss Babes. We have a new topic each week & ask industry leaders to share valuable insight every Tuesday. Today’s topic is a bit different. Instead of sharing business tips, we’re chatting about what to do before you start working for the day.

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8 Tips on Setting Achievable Goals in 2018
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8 Tips on Setting Achievable Goals in 2018

Good morning, boss babes! It’s our first business tips blog of 2018 and we’re ready to get to werk. Something we can’t get enough of are goals. We could talk about goals and how to make them happen all.day.long. No matter how big or small they are, goals are exciting. So! Let’s talk about the goals we have for 2018 & our tips for you as you set some goals for your biz.

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