women in business

Over-Qualification: When a Higher Degree Doesn’t Pay

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One of the biggest pitfalls in a bad economy is to assume you need more education. Sometimes, it’s true. Often, though, you’ll end up overspending and overeducating yourself. Employers are more likely to pass on an employee who has too many degrees because they’re seen as a liability for fast turnover. However, there are definite [...]

September 11, 2011 5 comments CLICK HERE TO READ THE FULL ARTICLE →

Gender Wage Gap: Are College Major Choices to Blame?

Today’s post is by Maria Rainier. The reason women generally get paid less than men in the workforce may have (a little) less to do with discrimination and (a little) more to do with the fields we choose to pursue. Think about it. It’s pretty common knowledge that writers don’t get paid very much. The [...]

February 3, 2011 4 comments CLICK HERE TO READ THE FULL ARTICLE →

Changing Fields: Advice from a Career Coach

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Today’s career dilemma is addressed by Chrissy Scivicque, founder of eatyourcareer.com. “Dear Chrissy,  I love your blog and the career advice you give, so I felt you were the perfect person to ask about my career dilemma.  I currently work in the financial world and am eager to make a switch into marketing.  Although I don’t have [...]

August 2, 2010 1 comment CLICK HERE TO READ THE FULL ARTICLE →

Monday Must-Reads: Evaluate Yourself and Have a Good Week

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I hope you all had a great weekend!  The weather here in Chicago was beautiful.  The highlights of my weekend include: Putting on a very fun “Social Media 101″ workshop in the suburbs where I met lots of great people. Indulging in Mari Luangrath‘s “Foiled Cupcakes.”  They beat out any fancy-schmancy $80 dozen of city [...]

April 12, 2010 9 comments CLICK HERE TO READ THE FULL ARTICLE →

We Don’t Agree: Women Are Not Better Managers

By, Ashley Crimaldi In a recent New York Times article, senior vice president and chief brand officer for the Elle Group, Carol Smith, argues that No Doubts: Women Are Better Managers. She goes on to explain that women are less bossy, more personable and more detail oriented than men. While Carol Smith may think she [...]

July 29, 2009 1 comment CLICK HERE TO READ THE FULL ARTICLE →

How Gender Roles Affect the Women of Public Relations

By, Roland Cailles As a public relations person, I have the pleasure of working with some of the most talented and creative women in the professional world. My industry, known for its fast-paced lifestyle and feminine-friendly working environment, is filled with women. And yet, though women out number men at most agencies, it’s an industry [...]

June 30, 2009 0 comments CLICK HERE TO READ THE FULL ARTICLE →

Mood Swings and Your Career

Mood swings. They are awful. They make you feel a little out of control. They take you from being the sweetest, calmest and nicest person, to being the hugest bitch on the block. I’m sure many women would agree that mood swings are their biggest enemy both at work and at home. How do we [...]

March 23, 2009 2 comments CLICK HERE TO READ THE FULL ARTICLE →

Jump Start Your Career by Becoming a Leader and Decision Maker

Want to kick butt in the career world? Then get comfortable making good and timely decisions. Leaders are known for being decisive and admitting their mistakes if they make the wrong decision. Fear of making a decision makes you come across as a bad leader. My motivation for writing this post comes from my own [...]

December 8, 2008 3 comments CLICK HERE TO READ THE FULL ARTICLE →

Featured Lady Fridays: Melissa Alvarez, Founder of The Nanny Tree

Career Girls will have a “Featured Lady Friday” post which highlights a cool female entrepreneur and her experiences.  Reading about real women who’ve “done it” makes the dream of entrepreneurship seem a little more attainable, especially for those of us who question if we are “too young.”  I’m always amazed and inspired when I hear other [...]

November 14, 2008 0 comments CLICK HERE TO READ THE FULL ARTICLE →