Work, Weddings, and Weekends in this week’s Friday Faves!
Happy New Year 2015!
Looking for a new job in 2015?
Looking for a new job in 2015?Know a senior HR person that is looking for a new challenge? There is a HUGE Chief Human Resource Officer position open at a faith-based nonprofit ministry in Chicago that focuses on microfinance in the developing world. There is a relocation package available. Global international experience and experience in leading an HR team are required. Join or email us at hello@4wordwomen.org if you are interested.
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What You Missed
Mondays with Diane
“The world felt broken, but it didn’t stop moving.” Read Diane’s story of finding redemption after her divorce.
Wednesday Interview
We spoke with May Busch to learn how she became an executive coach and what three things all leaders should master in order to be successful.
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Top Three
- Does It Matter Where Women Work? – Carolyn McCulley guest-writes on The Institute for Faith, Work & Economics blog to discuss whether or not it matters where women choose to work.
- What I Want My Little Girls To Know About My Wedding – Kristen of We Are That Family pens a letter to her daughters about how she wants them to see her less than Pinterest perfect wedding all those years ago.
- The Wrong Way to Criticize the Church – Jared Lafitte writes on Relevant Magazine and urges those who have criticized their way out of church to seriously reconsider their motives.
Take Notice
TOP PERFORMING 4WORD ARTICLES!: The Institute for Faith, Work & Economics and Today’s Christian Woman announced their top articles of 2014 and 4word COO Sandra Crawford Williamson‘s articles were ranked #1 on both sites! These rankings definitely show the potential of 4word and the audience out there for which we can speak. Please be sure to check out the IFWE article and the TCW article and forward them to your network too.
MAKE 2015 THE YEAR OF THE MENTOR!: The deadline to enroll for the next Mentor Program session is January 9, 2015. What better way to start the new year than with a mentor to help guide your career goals for 2015 and beyond. For more information on how to sign up, click here!
CREATE WORK/LIFE BALANCE: Larissa Pham writes on Freelancers Union and lists 10 practical ways that we can all use to achieve better balance between our work and our lives.
ASK BEFORE POSTING: Cara Joyner writes on Relevant Magazine about the five things you should ask yourself before posting something on social media. Get ready, cause they’re heavy questions.
WHAT’S YOUR 2015 THEME?: Kathy Caprino writes on Forbes and shares seven critical questions to ask yourself that will help you determine your “theme” for 2015.
4word: Local Group Events
Take a look at these upcoming 4word: Local Group event dates and see which one(s) you can attend. We’d love to see you there!
- Columbus – Launch Event – January 14 @ 6:00PM
For details on these events, please visit our 4word Events page.
Video of the Week
This Grandma has openly expressed her dislike for cell phones. So what does her thoughtful family give her for Christmas? You guessed it! …Or did you?
A Pinterest Find
Continue enjoying your lazy holiday weekend by making these semi-homemade donuts for breakfast! They’re quick and delicious, and will let you stay in vacation mode a little while longer.
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Shop the online 4word Store TODAY!
Whether you’re shopping for yourself or for someone else, find fantastic products that your friends and family will love in the NEW online 4word Store…and support 4word along the way! With items from our Purchase with Purpose partners like Akola Project, Nomi Network, and What’s In The Bible and our books for professional Christian women, you are bound to find a new treasure that will make a difference in your life and in the lives of women around the world!
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