July 24, 2014 by Rebekah in 3 Things 
Six weeks after her thirtieth birthday in 2005, Shannon Moroney’s life was perfect. She had a rewarding career as a high school guidance counselor and was on her way up in education leadership. She owned her first home in a small community that she loved, was involved in meaningful volunteer work, and had a wide circle of family and friends. Best of all, she had just married her soul mate, Jason,
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Full name: Chayya Syal
Position / Job title: Freelance Writer, Blogger at Avid Scribbler and author of the e-book, Colour Me In
1. When you were a kid, what did you want to be when you grew up?
This question always makes me laugh because I had some rather embarrassing career aspirations. When I was around 4-5 I wanted to become a frog (don’t ask!) and from the
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July 22, 2014 by Rebekah in ETC. photo via flickr user Matthieu Lienart
When it comes to starting a business, taking the first step is the hardest. Just the idea can be scary and there are a million “what ifs” that run through your head. But I’ve got an important piece of news for you, something that most people don’t think of, and when they do they place it on a shelve in the back of their mind and
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So we have never done a Career Confidential like this, but there is a first time for everything. Today, we are featuring the co-founders of SkinYoga, a natural skincare brand out of India. The best part is that these three ladies happen to be sisters too! They each answered 5 questions from the Career Confidential Q&A.
Full name: Deepika Choudhary
Position / Job title: Co-founder at SkinYoga
When you were a kid, what
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July 15, 2014 by Rebekah in ETC. photo via flickr user Willem van de Kerkhof
As it’s mid-July and the summer is half over, this is the time to take a much needed break before the craziness of work picks up again in the fall. I know the idea of a week away can be scary when you own a business, especially if you charge hourly, but I’ve come to learn that time not working is just as important
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July 14, 2014 by Rebekah in 3 Things When Danielle Tate got married in 2005, it took her 13 hours to change her name. Way too long! The experience prompted her to start MissNowMrs.com, so other brides wouldn’t have to suffer through the tedious process. To do this, Danielle researched name-changing laws and rules in all 50 states, and came up with her unique three-step, 30-minute online service.
Through the company’s unique service guides, brides answer a series of questions. Their answers are used
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July 10, 2014 by Rebekah in 3 Things Donna Novitsky is no stranger to the world of Silicon Valley start-ups.
Depending on how you count them, Yiftee is Donna’s 3rd or 19th start-up. In addition to being CEO, she teaches marketing to engineers and entrepreneurs at Stanford University! Previously, she was a partner at a leading venture capital firm.
So what exactly is Yiftee? It is pretty cool! The app and website allow customers to purchase gifts for their friends and
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Full name?: Gabrielle Cimon
Position / Job title?: Founder and Designer for Plumeria Swimwear
1. When you were a kid, what did you want to be when you grew up? I wanted to work in Fashion.
2. Fast-forward several years/decades. How did you land (or create) your current position? I had a passion for designing clothes and remember trying to make my own by sketching new ideas and shopping for fabric. I didn’t feel
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July 8, 2014 by Rebekah in ETC. photo via flickr user Brittney Bush Bollay
As someone who owns her own business I spend a lot of time working. It takes a great deal of time, energy and discipline to work for yourself, but over the years I’ve learned how to manage that time in a way that doesn’t eat into my social life.
I haven’t always been a master at this balancing act of work and life. When I
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Full name?: Emily Raleigh
Position / Job title?: Founder & Smart Starter of The Smart Girls Group
1. When you were a kid, what did you want to be when you grew up?
President and a member of the New York City Ballet (simultaneously).
2. Fast-forward several years/decades. How did you land (or create) your current position?
I founded The Smart Girls Group, which provides products, resources, and opportunities that empower ambitious
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