Archives for July 2009

Magnetic Love

I was asked by a colleague how I keep my office so organized and clean. One word to you, my friend – paperless. Papers and files should be your enemy. I can’t imagine having a jumble of papers and files on or near my desk. Just the thought of clutter causes me stress and confusion! If [...]

Song of the Summer: “Run This Town”

Rihanna’s back!!! “Run This Town,” a lead single of Jay-Z’s upcoming album The Blueprint 3 (out September 11th), features Rihanna and Kanye West. On July 19th, Jay-Z told Reuters that he “took his time [with The Blueprint 3]…and came back with collaborations with producers Kanye West, No I.D. and Timbaland, as well as musician contributions [...]

Travel Essentials for the Fly Girl

Parched lips? Dark circles and dry eyes? – Never again when you’re traveling for business. Look fresh and rested when arriving to your destination with these fly girl essentials:   1). Shu Uemura Depsea Moisture Replenishing Eye Mask – I love this mask! The product states that it “instantly soothes the delicate eye area… Relieves tired [...]

Coffee, I Love You.

When you’re working long hours and sleeping less than needed, you may be in need of a quick fix during your early AM shift. Thankfully, there’s a fabulous brewed beverage made from coffee beans and caffeine, known as Coffee. Many different types of coffee exist. Oh, how I love me a warm cup of delicious caffè latte (coffee and [...]

Look Sharp: Sophisticated Take on Workwear

These are perfect investment pieces for the Working Girl. Look smart and chic with these timeless pieces; and they’re great to dress down during spring season. Look for similar styles at cheaper prices at bluefly.com. Black twill blazer with subtle ruching at the sleeves, $385 by Elizabeth and James, and the feminine cotton and silk [...]

Laugh More Everyday

Laugh more. In the Academy of Management Journal, Bruce Avolio, Ph.D., Director of Center for Leadership Studies at Binghamton University, notes that “telling jokes can boost leaders’ skills!” Additionally, in the article, “Laughing to Succeed” printed in Psychology Today, Camille Chatterjee writes that “Laughter just may be the best medicine for both good health and [...]

Idealist.org – Explore Opportunities in the Nonprofit Sector!

Find great nonprofit jobs and internships at Idealist.org. Few interesting ones in CA: JOBS Citizen Outreach Director – The Fund for Public Interest – Los Angeles Work for Progress http://www.idealist.org/en/job/344464-44 Los Angeles, California, United States Salary: $33,400 Staff Attorney, [IRP-20/ID] American Civil Liberties Union http://www.idealist.org/en/job/344520-260 San Francisco, California, United States Salary: TBD

Career in Government – Making the Difference

Considering a career in government? Call to Serve is a joint initiative between the Partnership for Public Service and the U.S. Office of Personnel Management (OPM). Over 75 federal agencies have joined to form an information network for you. You can learn more about careers in the federal government at the Call to Serve network, [...]

Work For The Government! Recession-Proof Jobs.

I hope for everyone to lead fearless lives, especially at this time of crisis. The country is in a recession and it’s affecting the world. Let’s stay optimistic. Although U.S. unemployment rates are pushing 9.5% (ouch!), there are industries that are hiring. Thanks to President Obama’s budget plan, Kiplinger reports there are thousands of new [...]