Today is part one of October’s Flash Friday – when 40:20 Vision tackles an issue from both the 40-something and 20-something perspective. Joining me on this mission is Molly Ford of Smart Pretty and Awkward. This month we are exploring the question of “having it all”. What is your “having it all”? How do you […] Read more…
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How Do You Brand Yourself?
The other day I got asked about how to define your personal brand. It was asked as part of a discussion on career flux. For some women the questions was about how to transition careers and “package” previous jobs in a new way. For some it was how to avoid being pigeon holed by past […] Read more…
Are You Asking For A Raise…Or Putting Your Company On Notice?
Many 40-something women wish they had been better at asking for raises. Especially for those who weathered the recession in the early 1990s, the thinking was, “They’re asking me to do more but I can’t ask for money. I just need to be thankful.” If recent stats that women are significantly less likely to negotiate […] Read more…
What’s The Difference Between Sharing and Bragging?
Dear 40-something, I am 22, and have found that now, more than ever, everyone I meet just wants me to tell me about how special they are–how much they’ve achieved, how demanding their daily schedule is, how their field of work requires such a unique and innovative type of person, how they have the perfect […] Read more…
How To Get Rid Of The Negative “Noise” In Your Head And Amplify Your Voice
I had a chance to have a cup of coffee and share some wisdom with Tara Sophia Mohr, an expert on women’s leadership and wellbeing. A writer, life coach and personal growth teacher, Tara was in town from San Francisco preparing for “Playing Big” a 6 week online leadership program that is based on her […] Read more…
Give What You Can And Cherish What You Have
I always try to give different perspectives to questions here so I’m excited to add another view on the question from the other week from the student who is close to her family and in love with an Israeli solder she met while studying abroad. Several women commented that the woman posing the question did […] Read more…
How Soon Is Too Soon To Switch Jobs?
Q. I know that there are previous forums regarding job changes, and the negative effects long time. However, when is it too soon to switch jobs? I recently graduated in June of 2012, and started working as a Research Coordinator at a prestigious University. I was one of the few to receive a job offer prior […] Read more…
20-Something Question: How Often Should I Change Jobs?
Many of the young women I talk to think that they should change jobs every two years. This surprised many 40-somethings with whom I recently discussed the subject of job change. Today’s I’m sharing some thoughts on changing jobs from both 40-somethings and 20-somethings who have made transitions. 1. You gain management muddle when you […] Read more…