Rachel Carson who wrote a book of major importance “The Silent Spring” was a GUTSY woman who spoke out about the level of toxins in our world 50 years ago. Those numbers are higher and the risk more deadly. Someone recently commented that with all the toxins in the world we are living longer so.. read more →
He looked at me with great care and said “You can trust me”. I felt that funny little sizzle in my gut that said “Not a chance”. What is it that makes us trust or distrust someone? On the surface, a relationship may look good; however, underneath it may be filled with secrets and lies... read more →
When I met Livia Genova-Pagano at an eWomen’s networking event in suburban Philadelphia I was struck by her strong and assured presence. I saw the word GUTSY written in the middle of her forehead. When we talked I saw how perfectly positioned she was for life to take her on a fast and fun ride.. read more →
Decisions that are both professional and personal are more complex for today’s women (and men) than in the past. When boundaries were clearly defined, we knew what to do and when. And if we didn’t like it, well, we just stuffed it! Today we are asking more questions and looking at creative options. Sometimes I.. read more →
I was busy getting our new CEO website ready with the most amazing web designer, Hilary Brooks (www.smallbizwebwhiz.com) . It will be ready next week so we’ll keep you posted. I was working on the content for CONSULTING and was looking at what we teach when we go into various companies. One thing that struck.. read more →
The following is real substantial food for thought. I’d love to hear from you what are the words that drive you crazy and sound really nasty when talking about the opposite gender. I would like to compile a list and see how many of us feel discounted by words that hurt, words that burn. I’ll.. read more →
I have been delighted with all the comments and definitions about what it means to be GUTSY. It really is a great word that has a lot of “juice” to it. Thinking about the essence of GUTSY women as I glanced through a fashion magazine I was struck with how much we have put on.. read more →
When we can work, make good money, have time for self-care, and laugh a lot, well…..life is good. That is what so many women entrepreneurs are deciding is the way to make work work for them. There is a GUTSY quality to saying “I’ll do it my way, thank you very much!” And that is.. read more →
The research I am doing for my new book “GUTSY: How Women Leaders Make Change” has led me in some fascinating areas. Anyone remember when women were meant to be barefoot and pregnant? Different times, at least in America. Now, we can do whatever we want; almost. And there are more and more men supporting.. read more →
Months ago I posted a blog on why women are so unhappy at work. I am still getting responses, even though most “older blogs” are put out to pasture by the end of the day they are conceived and birthed. I have been thinking about why there is so much gloom and doom about.. read more →
