Work

April 20, 2016April 25, 2018

Chase the fun.

Last month I spent a weekend talking with a group of smart women about business-y things. Unsurprisingly, we spent a lot of time talking about our priorities. There’s always more to ... Read more

December 7, 2015December 7, 2015

The life-changing magic of reimagining our relationship with our work.

Work

I’ve never been a fan of the phrase “work/life balance,” because it implies that work and life are separate things, in competition with each other. Shouldn’t one’s work be part ... Read more

September 21, 2015November 23, 2015

The best thing you can do for your career.

Inspiration, Work

I’m heading home today from the annual gathering of the Southern Independent Booksellers Alliance, where I spent the weekend immersed in the world of books and publishing. At any conference like ... Read more

May 26, 2015June 2, 2015

“You have to tell people what you’re interested in.”

Reflections, Work

A couple of weeks ago, I was standing on the sidelines of Jack’s ballgame, reading a book while the teams warmed up. One of the dads came over to say ... Read more

April 23, 2015March 8, 2019

What work/life balance looks like for me right now.

Work

When I wrote How She Does It: an everywoman’s guide to breaking old rules, getting creative, and making time for work in your actual, everyday life, our family’s situation was quite ... Read more

April 16, 2015June 8, 2015

“I realized that being a stay-at-home mom was not all I had pictured.”

Work

I’m excited to share Katie’s story with you today in the How She Does It series, because her story mirrors the story of so many of my personal friends. Usually these ... Read more

March 12, 2015May 1, 2015

Building a life out of cake.

Work

Today we’re continuing the How She Does It guest post series. Today’s post comes from Jamie Golden, who you may know as Jamie’s Rabbits or as cake pop maker extraordinaire ... Read more

November 18, 2014June 15, 2015

A typical day at the office.

Work

Today we’re continuing the How She Does It guest post series. Today’s post comes from Jillian, who blogs at Mom’s Cup of Ambition. Join me in welcoming her to the blog! I’ve ... Read more

November 7, 2014May 1, 2015

What are you proud of?

My Life, Work, Work & Family

A few months ago, I was a guest on the Brilliant Business Moms podcast. Beth Anne and Sarah asked me a question that has been rattling around in my head ... Read more

October 21, 2014October 21, 2014

Making My Traditional(ish) Office Job Work

Work

Today we’re continuing the How She Does It guest post series. Today’s post comes from Victoria Easter Wilson. Join me in welcoming her to the blog! My entry into the traditional workforce ... Read more