Women at work and their tips, challenges, advice, complaints, and experiences

It's been a little while since I posted any links for you Workerettes to check out, so in honor of Thursday Thirteen, I thought I'd give you a whopping 13 links to check out today. 

Enjoy!

1. Since there's lots of talk of recession and a slow economy these days, check out these ideas for ways to save money - by going green - over at The Green Guide.
2. Like freebies?  Money Saving Mom has a ton of them listed lately!  Moms: don't miss the cloth/disposable diaper discussion as well.
   
3. Speaking of diapers, if you need 'em and have a Walgreens nearby, I may have figured out a Huggies deal for you.
4. I'm not the only one wondering about the Starbucks training shindig this week.  Go see what Easton Ellsworth has to say about it.
5. Do you know there are eight deadly mistakes that could ruin your business dreams?  Laura Spencer knows what they are and how to avoid them.
   
6. What was your best leadership moment?  Tell Bridget Wright about it over at Leadernotes and enter to win a free hardcover copy of John Maxwell's "The 21 Irrefutable Laws of Leadership: Follow Them and People Will Follow You."
7. How can you really piss off potential advertisers?  Here's how, per DJ over at Business Wife & Life.
8. Is small the new big?  Seth Godin thinks so - and Diane K. Danielson has her own thoughts about his book on the matter.
9. What are six things Working Mother feels new moms should know?  Learn them here.
10. Do you have an accountability circle?  If not, Coach Cheri can tell you how to get one.
11. Want to help benefit the Coalition to Salute America's Heroes?  There's an artwork auction going that you should take a peep at; big bonnet tip/military spouse salute to Mama Luxe at An Army Wife's Life.
12. What's the hidden story behind the recent beef recall?  Jonny Bowden has plenty to share; don't just stop at that post, gals!
13. For those of you concerned enough about the rising costs of wheat to consider baking your own bread - here's a healthy, tasty-sounding recipe for you, courtesy of Rebekah S. at By His Grace and For His Glory.