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Apr29	A "Modern Day Mother's Day" for Moms in Biz Melonie Murray April 29, 2006 Know More: Balancing Act, Family Issues, Women Entrepreneurs, Women in Business News 2.0, Women in Business News Elites TV has an interesting article about Shannon Cherry, owner of public relations firm Be Heard Solutions, and creator of the Mommy, Inc. blog. As a home-based Workerette, Cherry's got her hands full -- she has a business and twin girls! I agree wholeheartedly with her comment that working from home while raising a family can be the closest thing to the best of both worlds. Even with the trials come plenty of triumphs, but we have to support each other through it all. The article includes several tips for those of you who are considering hanging out a shingle and working from home. They include: Recognize that you already have the skills to run a business if you can run a family. Create a plan of action. Find some support. Don't expect it to be the perfect balance! Go check out her blog...good stuff! Posted at 5:48 PM \| Permalink \| Comments
Apr26	Inside Every Woman by Vickie L. Milazzo Melonie Murray April 26, 2006 I found two incredible books during a library trip today. The first, Inside Every Woman: Using the 10 Strengths You Didn't Know You Had to Get the Career and Life You Want Now, was brand new on the shelf and... Continue Reading Posted at 11:10 PM \| Permalink \| Comments
	A Weekend to Change Your Life by Joan Anderson Melonie Murray April 26, 2006 The other book I snatched up at the library today was Joan Anderson's A Weekend to Change Your Life: Find Your Authentic Self After a Lifetime of Being All Things to All People. Apparently Anderson ended up on the bestseller... Continue Reading Posted at 11:00 PM \| Permalink \| Comments
	Having Trouble Getting the Kids to Sleep? Amy Vedova-Phillips April 26, 2006 Kids and a good night's rest go hand in hand. I know if my son does not get enough sleep he's a bear. So why do they give us such a hard way to go when it's time to get... Continue Reading Posted at 8:58 AM \| Permalink \| Comments
Apr25	Women at Wimbledon Will Make Less Than Men Amy Vedova-Phillips April 25, 2006 I can't believe it's 2006 and women are still not receiving proper pay. In USA Today, they covered this story, stating that the women's champion will make $1.117 million, while the men's champion will make $1.170 million, a difference of... Continue Reading Posted at 1:27 PM \| Permalink \| Comments
Apr24	Author Leslie Grossman Explains About Marketing to Women Melonie Murray April 24, 2006 Leslie Grossman, founder of the Women's Leadership Exchange, has authored a new book called Sellsation; How Companies Can Capture Today’s Hottest Market: Women Business Owners and Managers. The new title addresses an issue we've discussed several times here at Workerette:... Continue Reading Posted at 10:02 PM \| Permalink \| Comments
	Is It Good News That Your Toddler Lies? Amy Vedova-Phillips April 24, 2006 As the mother of a three year old, (charming little man), I've been introduced to the latest parenting challenge, lying. It's not all the time, but it is becoming more frequent. So of course I've been asking all my friends... Continue Reading Posted at 2:14 PM \| Permalink \| Comments
Apr23	Great American Weight Loss Challenge Melonie Murray April 23, 2006 "Got Milk?" We've all seen the commercials and print ads with celebrities showing off their milk mustaches, right? Frankly, I enjoy seeing these. I just found out that the folks behind the "got milk?" campaign are also involved with the... Continue Reading Posted at 9:13 PM \| Permalink \| Comments
	"A Room of Her Own" Foundation Melonie Murray April 23, 2006 I learned today of an interesting group that may be of use to some of you women writers and artists. The nonprofit organization A Room of Her Own was created in 2000 in an effort to provide patronage to female writers... Continue Reading Posted at 8:50 PM \| Permalink \| Comments
	New Visions, New Ventures for Low-Income Women Melonie Murray April 23, 2006 According to the Richmond Times-Dispatch, approximately 50 low-income women in the Richmond, Virginia, area will be cooking up a big batch of business skills and self-sufficiency over the next several years. Women's food business New Visions, New Ventures, Ukrop's Super... Continue Reading Posted at 6:15 PM \| Permalink \| Comments
	Making the Case for Flex-Time Schedules Melonie Murray April 23, 2006 Trying to convince your employer of the benefits of allowing you to create a more flexible schedule? Or are you an employer considering offering flex-time as a perk to keep valuable employees? Either way, you'll want to take a look... Continue Reading Posted at 5:34 PM \| Permalink \| Comments
Apr22	Women's Leadership Exchange: Chicago Conference Melonie Murray April 22, 2006 Do we have any Workerettes near Chicago? Mark your calendars for May 17th, 2006. That's the date of the next Women's Leadership Exchange Conference. Touted as "a unique one-day conference exclusively for women CEOs, presidents and owners who lead successful... Continue Reading Posted at 1:46 PM \| Permalink \| Comments
	Simple Ways to Save, Smart Ways to Splurge Melonie Murray April 22, 2006 Have you been considering switching from full-time to part-time work or aching to head home entirely, or strike out on your own on an entrepreneurial dream? It seems that every time a colleague mentions doing any of the above, money... Continue Reading Posted at 11:57 AM \| Permalink \| Comments
	Simple Ways to Save (Part A) Melonie Murray April 22, 2006 Here are my top choices for saving some cash here and there (and almost everywhere!): Pay on time: Paying bills (from the mortgage and credit cards to the utilities and club memberships) on time or early means no late fees. ... Continue Reading Posted at 11:56 AM \| Permalink \| Comments
	Smart Ways to Splurge (Part B) Melonie Murray April 22, 2006 Feeling deprived after cutting back? Here are just a few of the ways I "treat" myself while still saving some cash: Addicted to a company's products? Ask about discount cards. Most of my bath and body products are purchased from... Continue Reading Posted at 11:55 AM \| Permalink \| Comments
	Carol Evans: This Is How We Do It Melonie Murray April 22, 2006 Ready for a poignant follow-up on your reading list after you've read The Mommy Wars? Carol Evans, CEO of Working Mother Media, has penned a book called This Is How We Do It: The Working Mothers' Manifesto. You can read... Continue Reading Posted at 11:39 AM \| Permalink \| Comments
Apr21	Little Indulgences: Five Ways to Brighten Your Day Melonie Murray April 21, 2006 A few weeks ago I clipped out an article from a women's magazine titled "7 Empowering Moves You Can Make Right Now". As I performed my weekly corkboard clean-up tonight, I realized I don't remember what publication the clipping came... Continue Reading Posted at 11:49 PM \| Permalink \| Comments
	Milk That Tastes Like Trix, Will The Kids Drink It? Amy Vedova-Phillips April 21, 2006 The USA Today is reporting on a new deal between General Mills and a milk-maker to start production of cereal flavored milk products. So far on the list are Trix, Cocoa Puffs, and Wheaties. More possibilities include Lucky Charms, Booberry,... Continue Reading Posted at 1:02 PM \| Permalink \| Comments
	Is Your Glass Half Full? Or Half Empty? Amy Vedova-Phillips April 21, 2006 The Mayo Clinic has released findings of a study they've been working on since the 60's. They tracked 839 people over 30 years to determine if they were optimists or pessimists, and how their outlook affects their health. Psychologist Martin Seligman... Continue Reading Posted at 9:25 AM \| Permalink \| Comments
Apr20	Going Green: A Family Journey Melonie Murray April 20, 2006 Those of you who are moms have probably noticed the growing number of organic and "all-natural" products mentioned in publications like Child and Parents. The May 2006 issue of Working Mother even brings up ways parents can create an "eco-friendly... Continue Reading Posted at 11:46 PM \| Permalink \| Comments
	A Workerette's Wellness: When Should You Get Your First Mammogram? Amy Vedova-Phillips April 20, 2006 The Berkeley Wellness Newsletter recently posted an article on when women should receive a mammogram. For women over 50, mammograms can save lives. The American Cancer Society, among other health authorities, recommend getting a mammogram once a year after age 40. ... Continue Reading Posted at 9:06 AM \| Permalink \| Comments
	Gardening Has Health Benefits Amy Vedova-Phillips April 20, 2006 Spring has sprung and all the nurseries have plants and flowers out, enticing gardeners to get busy! But did you know that gardening is not just beneficial to your yard, but also to your body. Beliefnet published an article on... Continue Reading Posted at 8:32 AM \| Permalink \| Comments
Apr19	Crafty Ladies Creating Home Businesses Melonie Murray April 19, 2006 As you've seen over the past few weeks, a good number of the Workerettes I've interviewed for our "Meet & Greet" sessions are hands-on gals. They are taking their passion to create art, heirlooms, and memories and passing them on... Continue Reading Posted at 11:30 PM \| Permalink \| Comments
	Marketing to "Mom-Writers" Melonie Murray April 19, 2006 I recently joined the National Association of Women Writers (NAWW) and was aware of several other groups that cater specifically to female authors. I was not, however, aware that there are multiple sites and groups focusing on writers who are not... Continue Reading Posted at 11:27 PM \| Permalink \| Comments
	Meet & Greet: Workerette Maria Palma Melonie Murray April 19, 2006 Here we go, Workerettes! As promised, you now get an opportunity to meet Maria Palma. Maria dispenses wisdom here on the Know More Media network via her blogs at CustomersAreAlways.com and TheRunwayScoop.com and she creates pieces of art and jewelry... Continue Reading Posted at 11:27 PM \| Permalink \| Comments
	Meet & Greet: Maria Palma (Part 2) Melonie Murray April 19, 2006 * What steps did you follow to build your business? Are you still in the process of planning your endeavor? Starting my business was fairly simple being that I work from home. All I had to do was obtain... Continue Reading Posted at 11:26 PM \| Permalink \| Comments
	Meet & Greet: Maria Palma (Part 3) Melonie Murray April 19, 2006 * What’s the worst advice you’ve been given with regard to building or operating your business? How about the best advice? I don't recall receiving any bad advice in regards to building or operating my business. The best advice... Continue Reading Posted at 11:25 PM \| Permalink \| Comments
	Bottled vs. Tap: What's Really in Your Water? Amy Vedova-Phillips April 19, 2006 Is it worth your dollars and cents to buy bottled water? iVillage released results from a study conducted by Berkley Wellness that shows most bottled water products are nothing more than regular tap water! Statistics show the average American drinks... Continue Reading Posted at 8:46 AM \| Permalink \| Comments
Apr18	Meet & Greet: Workerette Lisa Barthuly Melonie Murray April 18, 2006 Greetings, Workerettes! I hope you had a safe and happy Easter weekend. I'm back after some family time (what's that, balance? Definitely!) and while I was out of the office I got some more responses to the questionnaire you've been... Continue Reading Posted at 11:05 PM \| Permalink \| Comments
	Meet & Greet: Lisa Barthuly (Part 2) Melonie Murray April 18, 2006 * Please describe the business you operate or service(s) you provide to clients and customers. We are a family owned business. We handcraft all natural soy wax candles & beeswax candles, using only all cotton wicks, pure fragrance oils... Continue Reading Posted at 11:04 PM \| Permalink \| Comments
	Meet & Greet: Lisa Barthuly (Part 3) Melonie Murray April 18, 2006 * What do you enjoy the most about operating your business? What tasks would you perform even if it had nothing to do with the successful operation of your company? Being with my family and working and learning together.... Continue Reading Posted at 11:03 PM \| Permalink \| Comments
	Is Your Minivan Safe? The Latest Crash Test Findings Amy Vedova-Phillips April 18, 2006 USA Today just did a story on the latest crash tests on minivans. The tests focused on side air bags. Versions of the 2006 Toyota Prius and six minivans made by DaimlerChrysler and GM were evaluated without side air bags... Continue Reading Posted at 7:33 AM \| Permalink \| Comments
Apr17	A Workerette's Wellness: Feeling Sleep Deprived? Amy Vedova-Phillips April 17, 2006 Do you wake up feeling refreshed or like you want to go back to bed? iVillage gives some great tips for a good night's rest. No more cookies and milk before bedtime. The digestion process can get in the way... Continue Reading Posted at 7:26 AM \| Permalink \| Comments
Apr14	Meet & Greet: Workerette Monica Flores Melonie Murray April 14, 2006 As some of you have probably noticed, the "Meet & Greet" questionnaire offers me the opportunity to introduce you to Workerettes I have rubbed elbows with for a while and I think you'd enjoy "meeting". On the other hand, these... Continue Reading Posted at 9:36 PM \| Permalink \| Comments
	Meet & Greet: Monica Flores (Part 2) Melonie Murray April 14, 2006 * Please tell us about the resources you’ve used thus far and would recommend to others (or steer them away from). Take a moment to share your educational background (both academic and work-based) and point out things that have... Continue Reading Posted at 9:29 PM \| Permalink \| Comments
	Meet & Greet: Monica Flores (Part 3) Melonie Murray April 14, 2006 * What is the least enjoyable part of operating your business? Are there any tasks you’d gladly delegate to anyone else, no matter what the price?For me, the least enjoyable part was that first year in business, when we... Continue Reading Posted at 9:28 PM \| Permalink \| Comments
	Meet & Greet: Monica Flores (Part 4) Melonie Murray April 14, 2006 * What challenges have you overcome during your endeavor? Please describe something that impacted you financially or intellectually and how you got past it.I've had to get over any of my own sense of fear, or low self-worth, or... Continue Reading Posted at 9:27 PM \| Permalink \| Comments
	The Busy Mom's Book of Preschool Activities Melonie Murray April 14, 2006 How many of you Workerettes have littles in your homes these days? A growing number of us are working from home and raising a family at the same time (as you have already seen with me, my KMM colleague Marta... Continue Reading Posted at 9:19 PM \| Permalink \| Comments
	Too Much Estrogen In The Workplace Amy Vedova-Phillips April 14, 2006 Help me out ladies, why is it when several women work together, there always seems to be problems. The term "cat fight" is used frequently and is very true. Is it because of competition? Personally, I enjoy working with females... Continue Reading Posted at 7:40 AM \| Permalink \| Comments
Apr13	Meet & Greet: Workerette Jessica Harvey Melonie Murray April 13, 2006 Ready to meet another one of your fellow Workerettes? This week I've got responses from home-based Workerette Jessica Harvey, founder of TheHomeCast.com and independent contractor for Once Upon a Family. Jess is also the homeschooling mom of two children, so she... Continue Reading Posted at 10:32 PM \| Permalink \| Comments
	Meet Workerette Jessica Harvey (Part 2) Melonie Murray April 13, 2006 * What steps did you follow to build your business? Are you still in the process of planning your endeavor? THC: TheHomeCast actually came together very easily. I had the idea of creating a site that combined podcasting, newsletters,... Continue Reading Posted at 10:31 PM \| Permalink \| Comments
	Meet Workerette Jessica Harvey (Part 3) Melonie Murray April 13, 2006 * Please tell us about the resources you’ve used thus far and would recommend to others (or steer them away from). Take a moment to share your educational background (both academic and work-based) and point out things that have... Continue Reading Posted at 10:30 PM \| Permalink \| Comments
	Meet Workerette Jessica Harvey (Part 4) Melonie Murray April 13, 2006 * What do you enjoy the most about operating your business? What tasks would you perform even if it had nothing to do with the successful operation of your company? It’s funny because I just realized that my answer... Continue Reading Posted at 10:29 PM \| Permalink \| Comments
	Meet Workerette Jessica Harvey (Part 5) Melonie Murray April 13, 2006 * What accomplishments are you most proud of during your career? Has your business or product won any awards, mentions in the press, garnered praise in reviews or by users, or helped someone overcome a challenge of their own?... Continue Reading Posted at 10:28 PM \| Permalink \| Comments
	Where Did the Easter Bunny Come From? Amy Vedova-Phillips April 13, 2006 Mom's, have you been asked this question? With Easter Sunday around the corner, I thought I would see what I could find on the subject. Plymouth Library says the Easter Bunny originated in Pagan times, known as the Easter Hare. ... Continue Reading Posted at 9:39 AM \| Permalink \| Comments
	Will I Be 80 With Acne: Part II Amy Vedova-Phillips April 13, 2006 I found a website that offers a natural alternative for acne. Cosmetic cop says that tea tree oil is an effective disinfectant. Research compared 5% tea tree oil, to that of 5% benzoyl peroxide for the treatment of acne. Both... Continue Reading Posted at 9:26 AM \| Permalink \| Comments
	Will I Be 80 and Still Have Acne? Amy Vedova-Phillips April 13, 2006 Adult acne is a common problem that leaves a lot of women embarrassed and can cause anxiety. The American Academy of Dermatology says the cause is usually hormonal, linked to androgens, which are oil glands and hair follicles in the... Continue Reading Posted at 6:51 AM \| Permalink \| Comments
	Bountiful Benefits of Banana's! Amy Vedova-Phillips April 13, 2006 Who knew, banana's not only taste good, but they have wonderful benefits! I had horrible heartburn after lunch yesterday, and a co-worker suggested eating a banana to sooth the pain. She said they have a natural antacid effect. Sure enough,... Continue Reading Posted at 6:34 AM \| Permalink \| Comments
Apr12	A Workerette's Wellness: Are You Losing Too Much Hair? Amy Vedova-Phillips April 12, 2006 Are you continually cleaning out your shower drain because it is clogged with hair? Have you noticed an unusual amount of hair on your pillow? A small amount of hair loss is normal, but this is a topic that came... Continue Reading Posted at 11:02 AM \| Permalink \| Comments
Apr11	The Women's Alliance Melonie Murray April 11, 2006 Have you been doing any spring cleaning as the days get longer and warmer? I sure have! If you're ready to clean out closets and have career wear that is too big or too small for you these days, why... Continue Reading Posted at 11:44 PM \| Permalink \| Comments
	Blog On, Ladies! Melonie Murray April 11, 2006 I'm learning that there are BlogHers coming out of the woodwork these days. Recently Tim Stay introduced the Know More Media team to BlogHer and the 2006 BlogHer conference. Wow! What a collection of resources and networking opportunities this site... Continue Reading Posted at 10:57 PM \| Permalink \| Comments
	The Mommy Wars Melonie Murray April 11, 2006 In the new book Mommy Wars, women are going head-to-head about the choice before a woman regarding being a stay-at-home or a career mom. SELF Magazine's March 2006 issue offers readers two essays excerpted from the book, which is just enough... Continue Reading Posted at 10:35 PM \| Permalink \| Comments
	ClubMom's "Every Day is Mother's Day" Sweepstakes Melonie Murray April 11, 2006 Hey Workerettes...anybody here need a new minivan? How about some Godiva chocolates or a spa day? Go register at ClubMom.com and enter their "Every Day is Mother's Day" contest. The grand prize winner will receive a 2006 Dodge Grand Caravan... Continue Reading Posted at 9:58 PM \| Permalink \| Comments
	Girls Gone Bad? Not Hardly. Melonie Murray April 11, 2006 In the past, Amy and I have both mentioned studies and articles about the rise of aggression in girls. If you look merely at the stats released by the FBI and the way certain members of the media have begun... Continue Reading Posted at 9:35 PM \| Permalink \| Comments
	Addicted to Exercise, Yes It's Possible! Amy Vedova-Phillips April 11, 2006 I can only joke and say I wish this was case in my situation, but for some people it really is a problem, and not a laughing matter. Beliefnet posted an article that talked about how research indicates that psychological factors... Continue Reading Posted at 1:56 PM \| Permalink \| Comments
	Pregnancy and Your Diet Amy Vedova-Phillips April 11, 2006 Pregnant and worried about weight gain, or proper diet? You're not alone. Today, doctors not only criticize weight gain, but they have new restrictions on certain foods to avoid all together. The American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists says pregnant... Continue Reading Posted at 9:52 AM \| Permalink \| Comments
Apr10	2006 SELF Challenge Melonie Murray April 10, 2006 Okay Workerettes, how many of you got your RDA for calcium today? How many are in college and battling the "freshman fifteen" (or graduated years ago and never lost it)? Am I the only one who has noticed the trade... Continue Reading Posted at 10:53 PM \| Permalink \| Comments
	Workerette's Wellness: Do You Have Chronic Fatigue? Amy Vedova-Phillips April 10, 2006 Chronic Fatigue Syndrome is a debilitating disorder that affects your brain and multiple parts of your body. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention estimate that as many as 500,000 people in the US have CFS-like condition. Unfortunately, there is... Continue Reading Posted at 9:35 AM \| Permalink \| Comments
	Women on Wallstreet Come Together to Network Amy Vedova-Phillips April 10, 2006 Women in the financial world are developing a network of peers. Women's eNews takes a look at the leadership theme that's becoming a popular trend with Wallstreet women and females working in the male dominated world of finance. The Financial... Continue Reading Posted at 7:35 AM \| Permalink \| Comments
Apr 7	Meet & Greet: Dr. Ellen Weber Melonie Murray April 7, 2006 Some of you may already be familiar with Dr. Ellen Weber, thanks to her many gracious and thought-provoking comments on SmallBizMentor, Workerette, and other Know More Media network blogs. Did you know that she recently even served as a guest... Continue Reading Posted at 9:06 PM \| Permalink \| Comments
	Get to Know Dr. Ellen Weber (Part 1) Melonie Murray April 7, 2006 The following posts are Dr. Ellen Weber's responses to the questionnaire I sent her. May you enjoy getting to know this Workerette as much as I have! Please describe the business you operate or service(s) you provide to clients and... Continue Reading Posted at 9:05 PM \| Permalink \| Comments
	Get to Know Dr. Ellen Weber (Part 2) Melonie Murray April 7, 2006 Please tell us about the resources you’ve used thus far and would recommend to others (or steer them away from). Take a moment to share your educational background (both academic and work-based) and point out things that have helped... Continue Reading Posted at 9:04 PM \| Permalink \| Comments
	Get to Know Dr. Ellen Weber (Part 3) Melonie Murray April 7, 2006 What’s the worst advice you’ve been given with regard to building or operating your business? How about the best advice? "The worst advice is that something cannot be done. The best advice is to take a risk, step up... Continue Reading Posted at 9:03 PM \| Permalink \| Comments
	Get to Know Dr. Ellen Weber (Part 4) Melonie Murray April 7, 2006 What accomplishments are you most proud of during your career? Has your business or product won any awards, mentions in the press, garnered praise in reviews or by users, or helped someone overcome a challenge of their own? Tell... Continue Reading Posted at 9:02 PM \| Permalink \| Comments
	Couric Lands Lead Anchor Role: Is This Good or Bad for the Women's Movement? Amy Vedova-Phillips April 7, 2006 Katie Couric's appointment as the new nightly news anchor for CBS is official. So, will Couric have what it takes to draw ratings for CBS? Unfortunately it's a double edged sword. If she does bring younger viewers and increased audience... Continue Reading Posted at 12:01 PM \| Permalink \| Comments
Apr 6	New Found Support For Women 45+ Amy Vedova-Phillips April 6, 2006 Today in Washington D.C., the AARP Foundation is launching the Women's Leadership Circle (WLC), a unique organization made up of diverse women from across the country. The mission of WLC is to raise awareness of issues faced by women as... Continue Reading Posted at 10:00 AM \| Permalink \| Comments
Apr 5	Getting to Know Women in Business Melonie Murray April 5, 2006 As I mentioned back in February, I want each of you Workerette visitors to have the opportunity to get to know other women in business on a more personal level. We are all accustomed to the more traditional methods of... Continue Reading Posted at 10:33 PM \| Permalink \| Comments
	Meet Michelle Dunn: Part 1 Melonie Murray April 5, 2006 Michelle Dunn, author, speaker and one of my fellow Know More Media "blog-hers", has plenty of information to share with us Workerettes! Let's get to know her better: Please describe the business you operate or service(s) you provide to... Continue Reading Posted at 10:32 PM \| Permalink \| Comments
	Meet Michelle Dunn, Part 2 Melonie Murray April 5, 2006 What do you enjoy the most about operating your business? What tasks would you perform even if it had nothing to do with the successful operation of your company? I love to write and help people. I love when... Continue Reading Posted at 10:31 PM \| Permalink \| Comments
	Meet Michelle Dunn: Part 3 Melonie Murray April 5, 2006 1. Have you worked with a mentor who has led you far? Take a moment to recognize their contribution(s) and we’ll all applaud with you! When I first started my collection agency I had a mentor, a man who... Continue Reading Posted at 10:30 PM \| Permalink \| Comments
	Meet Michelle Dunn: Part 4 Melonie Murray April 5, 2006 Without spilling the beans, what is in the works for your business or product line for 2006? Where are you headed, and where do you hope to be by the end of the year? What about the coming years?... Continue Reading Posted at 10:29 PM \| Permalink \| Comments
	Can You Really Wash That Gray Right Out Of Your Hair? Amy Vedova-Phillips April 5, 2006 Have you ever wondered why your hair turns gray? iVillage has an interesting story today that says graying occurs as specialized cells in hair follicles lose their ability to produce pigment, or melanin, over time. It's not that hair actually turns... Continue Reading Posted at 8:54 AM \| Permalink \| Comments
Apr 4	Workerette's: Your Job or Your Sick Child, We Shouldn't Have To Choose! Amy Vedova-Phillips April 4, 2006 Joan C. Williams, Professor of Law at the University of California, Hastings College of the Law, has published an eye opening 52 page report titled, "One Sick Child Away From Being Fired." The report gives examples such as, a customer... Continue Reading Posted at 9:27 AM \| Permalink \| Comments
Apr 3	New Zealand Lacking Women in Business? Melonie Murray April 3, 2006 Are Kiwi Workerettes under-represented in business? According to the report issued by the Human Rights Commission on Women's Participation, less than 8 percent of directors on the boards of companies in New Zealand are women. Nearly two-thirds of the top 100... Continue Reading Posted at 10:36 PM \| Permalink \| Comments
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Apr29	A "Modern Day Mother's Day" for Moms in Biz Melonie Murray April 29, 2006 Know More: Balancing Act, Family Issues, Women Entrepreneurs, Women in Business News 2.0, Women in Business News Elites TV has an interesting article about Shannon Cherry, owner of public relations firm Be Heard Solutions, and creator of the Mommy, Inc. blog. As a home-based Workerette, Cherry's got her hands full -- she has a business and twin girls! I agree wholeheartedly with her comment that working from home while raising a family can be the closest thing to the best of both worlds. Even with the trials come plenty of triumphs, but we have to support each other through it all. The article includes several tips for those of you who are considering hanging out a shingle and working from home. They include: Recognize that you already have the skills to run a business if you can run a family. Create a plan of action. Find some support. Don't expect it to be the perfect balance! Go check out her blog...good stuff! Posted at 5:48 PM \| Permalink \| Comments
Apr26	Inside Every Woman by Vickie L. Milazzo Melonie Murray April 26, 2006 I found two incredible books during a library trip today. The first, Inside Every Woman: Using the 10 Strengths You Didn't Know You Had to Get the Career and Life You Want Now, was brand new on the shelf and... Continue Reading Posted at 11:10 PM \| Permalink \| Comments
	A Weekend to Change Your Life by Joan Anderson Melonie Murray April 26, 2006 The other book I snatched up at the library today was Joan Anderson's A Weekend to Change Your Life: Find Your Authentic Self After a Lifetime of Being All Things to All People. Apparently Anderson ended up on the bestseller... Continue Reading Posted at 11:00 PM \| Permalink \| Comments
	Having Trouble Getting the Kids to Sleep? Amy Vedova-Phillips April 26, 2006 Kids and a good night's rest go hand in hand. I know if my son does not get enough sleep he's a bear. So why do they give us such a hard way to go when it's time to get... Continue Reading Posted at 8:58 AM \| Permalink \| Comments
Apr25	Women at Wimbledon Will Make Less Than Men Amy Vedova-Phillips April 25, 2006 I can't believe it's 2006 and women are still not receiving proper pay. In USA Today, they covered this story, stating that the women's champion will make $1.117 million, while the men's champion will make $1.170 million, a difference of... Continue Reading Posted at 1:27 PM \| Permalink \| Comments
Apr24	Author Leslie Grossman Explains About Marketing to Women Melonie Murray April 24, 2006 Leslie Grossman, founder of the Women's Leadership Exchange, has authored a new book called Sellsation; How Companies Can Capture Today’s Hottest Market: Women Business Owners and Managers. The new title addresses an issue we've discussed several times here at Workerette:... Continue Reading Posted at 10:02 PM \| Permalink \| Comments
	Is It Good News That Your Toddler Lies? Amy Vedova-Phillips April 24, 2006 As the mother of a three year old, (charming little man), I've been introduced to the latest parenting challenge, lying. It's not all the time, but it is becoming more frequent. So of course I've been asking all my friends... Continue Reading Posted at 2:14 PM \| Permalink \| Comments
Apr23	Great American Weight Loss Challenge Melonie Murray April 23, 2006 "Got Milk?" We've all seen the commercials and print ads with celebrities showing off their milk mustaches, right? Frankly, I enjoy seeing these. I just found out that the folks behind the "got milk?" campaign are also involved with the... Continue Reading Posted at 9:13 PM \| Permalink \| Comments
	"A Room of Her Own" Foundation Melonie Murray April 23, 2006 I learned today of an interesting group that may be of use to some of you women writers and artists. The nonprofit organization A Room of Her Own was created in 2000 in an effort to provide patronage to female writers... Continue Reading Posted at 8:50 PM \| Permalink \| Comments
	New Visions, New Ventures for Low-Income Women Melonie Murray April 23, 2006 According to the Richmond Times-Dispatch, approximately 50 low-income women in the Richmond, Virginia, area will be cooking up a big batch of business skills and self-sufficiency over the next several years. Women's food business New Visions, New Ventures, Ukrop's Super... Continue Reading Posted at 6:15 PM \| Permalink \| Comments
	Making the Case for Flex-Time Schedules Melonie Murray April 23, 2006 Trying to convince your employer of the benefits of allowing you to create a more flexible schedule? Or are you an employer considering offering flex-time as a perk to keep valuable employees? Either way, you'll want to take a look... Continue Reading Posted at 5:34 PM \| Permalink \| Comments
Apr22	Women's Leadership Exchange: Chicago Conference Melonie Murray April 22, 2006 Do we have any Workerettes near Chicago? Mark your calendars for May 17th, 2006. That's the date of the next Women's Leadership Exchange Conference. Touted as "a unique one-day conference exclusively for women CEOs, presidents and owners who lead successful... Continue Reading Posted at 1:46 PM \| Permalink \| Comments
	Simple Ways to Save, Smart Ways to Splurge Melonie Murray April 22, 2006 Have you been considering switching from full-time to part-time work or aching to head home entirely, or strike out on your own on an entrepreneurial dream? It seems that every time a colleague mentions doing any of the above, money... Continue Reading Posted at 11:57 AM \| Permalink \| Comments
	Simple Ways to Save (Part A) Melonie Murray April 22, 2006 Here are my top choices for saving some cash here and there (and almost everywhere!): Pay on time: Paying bills (from the mortgage and credit cards to the utilities and club memberships) on time or early means no late fees. ... Continue Reading Posted at 11:56 AM \| Permalink \| Comments
	Smart Ways to Splurge (Part B) Melonie Murray April 22, 2006 Feeling deprived after cutting back? Here are just a few of the ways I "treat" myself while still saving some cash: Addicted to a company's products? Ask about discount cards. Most of my bath and body products are purchased from... Continue Reading Posted at 11:55 AM \| Permalink \| Comments
	Carol Evans: This Is How We Do It Melonie Murray April 22, 2006 Ready for a poignant follow-up on your reading list after you've read The Mommy Wars? Carol Evans, CEO of Working Mother Media, has penned a book called This Is How We Do It: The Working Mothers' Manifesto. You can read... Continue Reading Posted at 11:39 AM \| Permalink \| Comments
Apr21	Little Indulgences: Five Ways to Brighten Your Day Melonie Murray April 21, 2006 A few weeks ago I clipped out an article from a women's magazine titled "7 Empowering Moves You Can Make Right Now". As I performed my weekly corkboard clean-up tonight, I realized I don't remember what publication the clipping came... Continue Reading Posted at 11:49 PM \| Permalink \| Comments
	Milk That Tastes Like Trix, Will The Kids Drink It? Amy Vedova-Phillips April 21, 2006 The USA Today is reporting on a new deal between General Mills and a milk-maker to start production of cereal flavored milk products. So far on the list are Trix, Cocoa Puffs, and Wheaties. More possibilities include Lucky Charms, Booberry,... Continue Reading Posted at 1:02 PM \| Permalink \| Comments
	Is Your Glass Half Full? Or Half Empty? Amy Vedova-Phillips April 21, 2006 The Mayo Clinic has released findings of a study they've been working on since the 60's. They tracked 839 people over 30 years to determine if they were optimists or pessimists, and how their outlook affects their health. Psychologist Martin Seligman... Continue Reading Posted at 9:25 AM \| Permalink \| Comments
Apr20	Going Green: A Family Journey Melonie Murray April 20, 2006 Those of you who are moms have probably noticed the growing number of organic and "all-natural" products mentioned in publications like Child and Parents. The May 2006 issue of Working Mother even brings up ways parents can create an "eco-friendly... Continue Reading Posted at 11:46 PM \| Permalink \| Comments
	A Workerette's Wellness: When Should You Get Your First Mammogram? Amy Vedova-Phillips April 20, 2006 The Berkeley Wellness Newsletter recently posted an article on when women should receive a mammogram. For women over 50, mammograms can save lives. The American Cancer Society, among other health authorities, recommend getting a mammogram once a year after age 40. ... Continue Reading Posted at 9:06 AM \| Permalink \| Comments
	Gardening Has Health Benefits Amy Vedova-Phillips April 20, 2006 Spring has sprung and all the nurseries have plants and flowers out, enticing gardeners to get busy! But did you know that gardening is not just beneficial to your yard, but also to your body. Beliefnet published an article on... Continue Reading Posted at 8:32 AM \| Permalink \| Comments
Apr19	Crafty Ladies Creating Home Businesses Melonie Murray April 19, 2006 As you've seen over the past few weeks, a good number of the Workerettes I've interviewed for our "Meet & Greet" sessions are hands-on gals. They are taking their passion to create art, heirlooms, and memories and passing them on... Continue Reading Posted at 11:30 PM \| Permalink \| Comments
	Marketing to "Mom-Writers" Melonie Murray April 19, 2006 I recently joined the National Association of Women Writers (NAWW) and was aware of several other groups that cater specifically to female authors. I was not, however, aware that there are multiple sites and groups focusing on writers who are not... Continue Reading Posted at 11:27 PM \| Permalink \| Comments
	Meet & Greet: Workerette Maria Palma Melonie Murray April 19, 2006 Here we go, Workerettes! As promised, you now get an opportunity to meet Maria Palma. Maria dispenses wisdom here on the Know More Media network via her blogs at CustomersAreAlways.com and TheRunwayScoop.com and she creates pieces of art and jewelry... Continue Reading Posted at 11:27 PM \| Permalink \| Comments
	Meet & Greet: Maria Palma (Part 2) Melonie Murray April 19, 2006 * What steps did you follow to build your business? Are you still in the process of planning your endeavor? Starting my business was fairly simple being that I work from home. All I had to do was obtain... Continue Reading Posted at 11:26 PM \| Permalink \| Comments
	Meet & Greet: Maria Palma (Part 3) Melonie Murray April 19, 2006 * What’s the worst advice you’ve been given with regard to building or operating your business? How about the best advice? I don't recall receiving any bad advice in regards to building or operating my business. The best advice... Continue Reading Posted at 11:25 PM \| Permalink \| Comments
	Bottled vs. Tap: What's Really in Your Water? Amy Vedova-Phillips April 19, 2006 Is it worth your dollars and cents to buy bottled water? iVillage released results from a study conducted by Berkley Wellness that shows most bottled water products are nothing more than regular tap water! Statistics show the average American drinks... Continue Reading Posted at 8:46 AM \| Permalink \| Comments
Apr18	Meet & Greet: Workerette Lisa Barthuly Melonie Murray April 18, 2006 Greetings, Workerettes! I hope you had a safe and happy Easter weekend. I'm back after some family time (what's that, balance? Definitely!) and while I was out of the office I got some more responses to the questionnaire you've been... Continue Reading Posted at 11:05 PM \| Permalink \| Comments
	Meet & Greet: Lisa Barthuly (Part 2) Melonie Murray April 18, 2006 * Please describe the business you operate or service(s) you provide to clients and customers. We are a family owned business. We handcraft all natural soy wax candles & beeswax candles, using only all cotton wicks, pure fragrance oils... Continue Reading Posted at 11:04 PM \| Permalink \| Comments
	Meet & Greet: Lisa Barthuly (Part 3) Melonie Murray April 18, 2006 * What do you enjoy the most about operating your business? What tasks would you perform even if it had nothing to do with the successful operation of your company? Being with my family and working and learning together.... Continue Reading Posted at 11:03 PM \| Permalink \| Comments
	Is Your Minivan Safe? The Latest Crash Test Findings Amy Vedova-Phillips April 18, 2006 USA Today just did a story on the latest crash tests on minivans. The tests focused on side air bags. Versions of the 2006 Toyota Prius and six minivans made by DaimlerChrysler and GM were evaluated without side air bags... Continue Reading Posted at 7:33 AM \| Permalink \| Comments
Apr17	A Workerette's Wellness: Feeling Sleep Deprived? Amy Vedova-Phillips April 17, 2006 Do you wake up feeling refreshed or like you want to go back to bed? iVillage gives some great tips for a good night's rest. No more cookies and milk before bedtime. The digestion process can get in the way... Continue Reading Posted at 7:26 AM \| Permalink \| Comments
Apr14	Meet & Greet: Workerette Monica Flores Melonie Murray April 14, 2006 As some of you have probably noticed, the "Meet & Greet" questionnaire offers me the opportunity to introduce you to Workerettes I have rubbed elbows with for a while and I think you'd enjoy "meeting". On the other hand, these... Continue Reading Posted at 9:36 PM \| Permalink \| Comments
	Meet & Greet: Monica Flores (Part 2) Melonie Murray April 14, 2006 * Please tell us about the resources you’ve used thus far and would recommend to others (or steer them away from). Take a moment to share your educational background (both academic and work-based) and point out things that have... Continue Reading Posted at 9:29 PM \| Permalink \| Comments
	Meet & Greet: Monica Flores (Part 3) Melonie Murray April 14, 2006 * What is the least enjoyable part of operating your business? Are there any tasks you’d gladly delegate to anyone else, no matter what the price?For me, the least enjoyable part was that first year in business, when we... Continue Reading Posted at 9:28 PM \| Permalink \| Comments
	Meet & Greet: Monica Flores (Part 4) Melonie Murray April 14, 2006 * What challenges have you overcome during your endeavor? Please describe something that impacted you financially or intellectually and how you got past it.I've had to get over any of my own sense of fear, or low self-worth, or... Continue Reading Posted at 9:27 PM \| Permalink \| Comments
	The Busy Mom's Book of Preschool Activities Melonie Murray April 14, 2006 How many of you Workerettes have littles in your homes these days? A growing number of us are working from home and raising a family at the same time (as you have already seen with me, my KMM colleague Marta... Continue Reading Posted at 9:19 PM \| Permalink \| Comments
	Too Much Estrogen In The Workplace Amy Vedova-Phillips April 14, 2006 Help me out ladies, why is it when several women work together, there always seems to be problems. The term "cat fight" is used frequently and is very true. Is it because of competition? Personally, I enjoy working with females... Continue Reading Posted at 7:40 AM \| Permalink \| Comments
Apr13	Meet & Greet: Workerette Jessica Harvey Melonie Murray April 13, 2006 Ready to meet another one of your fellow Workerettes? This week I've got responses from home-based Workerette Jessica Harvey, founder of TheHomeCast.com and independent contractor for Once Upon a Family. Jess is also the homeschooling mom of two children, so she... Continue Reading Posted at 10:32 PM \| Permalink \| Comments
	Meet Workerette Jessica Harvey (Part 2) Melonie Murray April 13, 2006 * What steps did you follow to build your business? Are you still in the process of planning your endeavor? THC: TheHomeCast actually came together very easily. I had the idea of creating a site that combined podcasting, newsletters,... Continue Reading Posted at 10:31 PM \| Permalink \| Comments
	Meet Workerette Jessica Harvey (Part 3) Melonie Murray April 13, 2006 * Please tell us about the resources you’ve used thus far and would recommend to others (or steer them away from). Take a moment to share your educational background (both academic and work-based) and point out things that have... Continue Reading Posted at 10:30 PM \| Permalink \| Comments
	Meet Workerette Jessica Harvey (Part 4) Melonie Murray April 13, 2006 * What do you enjoy the most about operating your business? What tasks would you perform even if it had nothing to do with the successful operation of your company? It’s funny because I just realized that my answer... Continue Reading Posted at 10:29 PM \| Permalink \| Comments
	Meet Workerette Jessica Harvey (Part 5) Melonie Murray April 13, 2006 * What accomplishments are you most proud of during your career? Has your business or product won any awards, mentions in the press, garnered praise in reviews or by users, or helped someone overcome a challenge of their own?... Continue Reading Posted at 10:28 PM \| Permalink \| Comments
	Where Did the Easter Bunny Come From? Amy Vedova-Phillips April 13, 2006 Mom's, have you been asked this question? With Easter Sunday around the corner, I thought I would see what I could find on the subject. Plymouth Library says the Easter Bunny originated in Pagan times, known as the Easter Hare. ... Continue Reading Posted at 9:39 AM \| Permalink \| Comments
	Will I Be 80 With Acne: Part II Amy Vedova-Phillips April 13, 2006 I found a website that offers a natural alternative for acne. Cosmetic cop says that tea tree oil is an effective disinfectant. Research compared 5% tea tree oil, to that of 5% benzoyl peroxide for the treatment of acne. Both... Continue Reading Posted at 9:26 AM \| Permalink \| Comments
	Will I Be 80 and Still Have Acne? Amy Vedova-Phillips April 13, 2006 Adult acne is a common problem that leaves a lot of women embarrassed and can cause anxiety. The American Academy of Dermatology says the cause is usually hormonal, linked to androgens, which are oil glands and hair follicles in the... Continue Reading Posted at 6:51 AM \| Permalink \| Comments
	Bountiful Benefits of Banana's! Amy Vedova-Phillips April 13, 2006 Who knew, banana's not only taste good, but they have wonderful benefits! I had horrible heartburn after lunch yesterday, and a co-worker suggested eating a banana to sooth the pain. She said they have a natural antacid effect. Sure enough,... Continue Reading Posted at 6:34 AM \| Permalink \| Comments
Apr12	A Workerette's Wellness: Are You Losing Too Much Hair? Amy Vedova-Phillips April 12, 2006 Are you continually cleaning out your shower drain because it is clogged with hair? Have you noticed an unusual amount of hair on your pillow? A small amount of hair loss is normal, but this is a topic that came... Continue Reading Posted at 11:02 AM \| Permalink \| Comments
Apr11	The Women's Alliance Melonie Murray April 11, 2006 Have you been doing any spring cleaning as the days get longer and warmer? I sure have! If you're ready to clean out closets and have career wear that is too big or too small for you these days, why... Continue Reading Posted at 11:44 PM \| Permalink \| Comments
	Blog On, Ladies! Melonie Murray April 11, 2006 I'm learning that there are BlogHers coming out of the woodwork these days. Recently Tim Stay introduced the Know More Media team to BlogHer and the 2006 BlogHer conference. Wow! What a collection of resources and networking opportunities this site... Continue Reading Posted at 10:57 PM \| Permalink \| Comments
	The Mommy Wars Melonie Murray April 11, 2006 In the new book Mommy Wars, women are going head-to-head about the choice before a woman regarding being a stay-at-home or a career mom. SELF Magazine's March 2006 issue offers readers two essays excerpted from the book, which is just enough... Continue Reading Posted at 10:35 PM \| Permalink \| Comments
	ClubMom's "Every Day is Mother's Day" Sweepstakes Melonie Murray April 11, 2006 Hey Workerettes...anybody here need a new minivan? How about some Godiva chocolates or a spa day? Go register at ClubMom.com and enter their "Every Day is Mother's Day" contest. The grand prize winner will receive a 2006 Dodge Grand Caravan... Continue Reading Posted at 9:58 PM \| Permalink \| Comments
	Girls Gone Bad? Not Hardly. Melonie Murray April 11, 2006 In the past, Amy and I have both mentioned studies and articles about the rise of aggression in girls. If you look merely at the stats released by the FBI and the way certain members of the media have begun... Continue Reading Posted at 9:35 PM \| Permalink \| Comments
	Addicted to Exercise, Yes It's Possible! Amy Vedova-Phillips April 11, 2006 I can only joke and say I wish this was case in my situation, but for some people it really is a problem, and not a laughing matter. Beliefnet posted an article that talked about how research indicates that psychological factors... Continue Reading Posted at 1:56 PM \| Permalink \| Comments
	Pregnancy and Your Diet Amy Vedova-Phillips April 11, 2006 Pregnant and worried about weight gain, or proper diet? You're not alone. Today, doctors not only criticize weight gain, but they have new restrictions on certain foods to avoid all together. The American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists says pregnant... Continue Reading Posted at 9:52 AM \| Permalink \| Comments
Apr10	2006 SELF Challenge Melonie Murray April 10, 2006 Okay Workerettes, how many of you got your RDA for calcium today? How many are in college and battling the "freshman fifteen" (or graduated years ago and never lost it)? Am I the only one who has noticed the trade... Continue Reading Posted at 10:53 PM \| Permalink \| Comments
	Workerette's Wellness: Do You Have Chronic Fatigue? Amy Vedova-Phillips April 10, 2006 Chronic Fatigue Syndrome is a debilitating disorder that affects your brain and multiple parts of your body. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention estimate that as many as 500,000 people in the US have CFS-like condition. Unfortunately, there is... Continue Reading Posted at 9:35 AM \| Permalink \| Comments
	Women on Wallstreet Come Together to Network Amy Vedova-Phillips April 10, 2006 Women in the financial world are developing a network of peers. Women's eNews takes a look at the leadership theme that's becoming a popular trend with Wallstreet women and females working in the male dominated world of finance. The Financial... Continue Reading Posted at 7:35 AM \| Permalink \| Comments
Apr 7	Meet & Greet: Dr. Ellen Weber Melonie Murray April 7, 2006 Some of you may already be familiar with Dr. Ellen Weber, thanks to her many gracious and thought-provoking comments on SmallBizMentor, Workerette, and other Know More Media network blogs. Did you know that she recently even served as a guest... Continue Reading Posted at 9:06 PM \| Permalink \| Comments
	Get to Know Dr. Ellen Weber (Part 1) Melonie Murray April 7, 2006 The following posts are Dr. Ellen Weber's responses to the questionnaire I sent her. May you enjoy getting to know this Workerette as much as I have! Please describe the business you operate or service(s) you provide to clients and... Continue Reading Posted at 9:05 PM \| Permalink \| Comments
	Get to Know Dr. Ellen Weber (Part 2) Melonie Murray April 7, 2006 Please tell us about the resources you’ve used thus far and would recommend to others (or steer them away from). Take a moment to share your educational background (both academic and work-based) and point out things that have helped... Continue Reading Posted at 9:04 PM \| Permalink \| Comments
	Get to Know Dr. Ellen Weber (Part 3) Melonie Murray April 7, 2006 What’s the worst advice you’ve been given with regard to building or operating your business? How about the best advice? "The worst advice is that something cannot be done. The best advice is to take a risk, step up... Continue Reading Posted at 9:03 PM \| Permalink \| Comments
	Get to Know Dr. Ellen Weber (Part 4) Melonie Murray April 7, 2006 What accomplishments are you most proud of during your career? Has your business or product won any awards, mentions in the press, garnered praise in reviews or by users, or helped someone overcome a challenge of their own? Tell... Continue Reading Posted at 9:02 PM \| Permalink \| Comments
	Couric Lands Lead Anchor Role: Is This Good or Bad for the Women's Movement? Amy Vedova-Phillips April 7, 2006 Katie Couric's appointment as the new nightly news anchor for CBS is official. So, will Couric have what it takes to draw ratings for CBS? Unfortunately it's a double edged sword. If she does bring younger viewers and increased audience... Continue Reading Posted at 12:01 PM \| Permalink \| Comments
Apr 6	New Found Support For Women 45+ Amy Vedova-Phillips April 6, 2006 Today in Washington D.C., the AARP Foundation is launching the Women's Leadership Circle (WLC), a unique organization made up of diverse women from across the country. The mission of WLC is to raise awareness of issues faced by women as... Continue Reading Posted at 10:00 AM \| Permalink \| Comments
Apr 5	Getting to Know Women in Business Melonie Murray April 5, 2006 As I mentioned back in February, I want each of you Workerette visitors to have the opportunity to get to know other women in business on a more personal level. We are all accustomed to the more traditional methods of... Continue Reading Posted at 10:33 PM \| Permalink \| Comments
	Meet Michelle Dunn: Part 1 Melonie Murray April 5, 2006 Michelle Dunn, author, speaker and one of my fellow Know More Media "blog-hers", has plenty of information to share with us Workerettes! Let's get to know her better: Please describe the business you operate or service(s) you provide to... Continue Reading Posted at 10:32 PM \| Permalink \| Comments
	Meet Michelle Dunn, Part 2 Melonie Murray April 5, 2006 What do you enjoy the most about operating your business? What tasks would you perform even if it had nothing to do with the successful operation of your company? I love to write and help people. I love when... Continue Reading Posted at 10:31 PM \| Permalink \| Comments
	Meet Michelle Dunn: Part 3 Melonie Murray April 5, 2006 1. Have you worked with a mentor who has led you far? Take a moment to recognize their contribution(s) and we’ll all applaud with you! When I first started my collection agency I had a mentor, a man who... Continue Reading Posted at 10:30 PM \| Permalink \| Comments
	Meet Michelle Dunn: Part 4 Melonie Murray April 5, 2006 Without spilling the beans, what is in the works for your business or product line for 2006? Where are you headed, and where do you hope to be by the end of the year? What about the coming years?... Continue Reading Posted at 10:29 PM \| Permalink \| Comments
	Can You Really Wash That Gray Right Out Of Your Hair? Amy Vedova-Phillips April 5, 2006 Have you ever wondered why your hair turns gray? iVillage has an interesting story today that says graying occurs as specialized cells in hair follicles lose their ability to produce pigment, or melanin, over time. It's not that hair actually turns... Continue Reading Posted at 8:54 AM \| Permalink \| Comments
Apr 4	Workerette's: Your Job or Your Sick Child, We Shouldn't Have To Choose! Amy Vedova-Phillips April 4, 2006 Joan C. Williams, Professor of Law at the University of California, Hastings College of the Law, has published an eye opening 52 page report titled, "One Sick Child Away From Being Fired." The report gives examples such as, a customer... Continue Reading Posted at 9:27 AM \| Permalink \| Comments
Apr 3	New Zealand Lacking Women in Business? Melonie Murray April 3, 2006 Are Kiwi Workerettes under-represented in business? According to the report issued by the Human Rights Commission on Women's Participation, less than 8 percent of directors on the boards of companies in New Zealand are women. Nearly two-thirds of the top 100... Continue Reading Posted at 10:36 PM \| Permalink \| Comments
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