Easter, Exercise & American Sniper
What You Missed
Mondays with Diane
Work is a complicated thing. It’s often hard – it’s supposed to be! – and events in the workplace can leave us frustrated at the end of the day, in need of a hot cup of tea and a hug. But our work can also be life-giving, fuel us, and provide meaning and importance in our lives.
Wednesday Interview
Use Your Grief: A conversation with “American Wife” Taya Kyle
We spoke with Taya Kyle, wife of “American Sniper” Chris Kyle and author of “American Wife: A Memoir of Love, War, Faith, and Renewal,” to learn how she is dealing with her life’s transition by honoring her husband’s memory and continuing the work he was so passionate about.
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Make Your Next Career Move
As a 4word: Member Insider, you’re given exclusive access to numerous job openings across the country via the 4word Job Connections Board. We wanted to highlight a few jobs currently available. Just login to your 4word: Member Insider account to apply to one or more of these positions!
Not a 4word: Member Insider? Email your credentials to hello@4wordwomen.org to begin the application process.
Featured Company: Remington Hospitality Services
Location: Dallas, TX
Remington Hotels is one of the largest, privately held hotel management companies in the U.S. As a world class leader operating over 90 + hotels (Marriott, Hilton and Starwood) and over 17,000 hotel rooms in 27 states, our Guiding Principles, key hotel drivers and our Associates contribute to Remington having been consistently recognized among many of the world’s best lodging brands for our operational expertise and guest service results.
Open Positions on the 4word Job Connections Board
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Job #1: Senior Project Manager
Remington Hospitality Services – Dallas, TX
Remington Hospitality Services is seeking an experienced Senior Project Manager to be a part of a dynamic, values driven company which is committed to growth and has a strong “promote from within” philosophy.
Job #2: Assistant Production Coordinator
Spirit Media – Clackamas, OR
Assistant Production Coordinator responsibilities include the comprehensive management of live and web events; from pre-production to event execution to post-event debrief. This is a full-time position located in Clackamas, Oregon.
Job #3: Senior Manager of SEC Reporting and Technical Accounting
Undisclosed – Dallas, TX
A global DFW company is searching for an experienced Senior Manager of SEC Reporting and Technical Accounting.
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Top Three
- WOMEN OF IMPACT: Inspiring Action and Change – WomenWorking debuts their new web series highlighting women making a difference in their fields.
- 3 ways to teach your children the REAL meaning of Easter – Rachel Campos-Duffy with TODAY talks with parents about ensuring our kids learn the real meaning of Easter.
- What Is a Biblical Response to Stress? – Elizabeth Moyer with The Institute for Faith, Work & Economics investigates why we get stressed and how we should respond to it.
Take Notice
NEED A MENTOR? OR KNOW SOMEONE WHO DOES?: The next 4word Mentor Program session is now taking applications! The deadline to apply is April 22, 2016. Don’t miss this invaluable opportunity to get a mentor and get started on achieving your professional goals.
WHAT YOU DON’T KNOW ABOUT EASTER: Time shares ten little-known facts about Easter, like Easter witches in Sweden and hot cross buns.
TECH WORKERS ARE FLEEING SILICON VALLEY: John Boitnott with Entrepreneur lists three reasons Silicon Valley is losing its techies.
WORK OFF THAT EASTER CANDY: Emily Hodgkin with Daily Mail shows just how much exercise edible Easter favorites will cost you.
THINGS AMERICANS ARE BUYING MORE OF: Brad Tuttle with Money lists twelve items Americans are suddenly buying more and more of.
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!
- Dallas – March Meet Up – March 28 @ 5:30PM
- Portland – First Thursday Luncheon – April 7 @ noon
- Dallas – Addison Book Study – April 12 @ 11:45AM
- Dallas – Southlake Book Study – April 12 @ 11:45AM
- Columbus – Panel Event – April 13 @ 4:30PM
- Houston – Breakfast Speaker Series – April 14 @ 7:30AM
- Houston – Meet Up Monday – April 18 @ 5:00PM
- Phoenix – After Work Event With Diane Paddison – April 20 @ 6:00PM
- Dallas – Membership Drive – April 21 @ 11:30AM
For details on these events, please visit our 4word Events page.
Video of the Week
Put your favorite Easter candy to decorative use and make a colorful and tasty cake for this year’s Easter celebration.
A Pinterest Find
Easter baskets don’t have to just be for the kids. Here are 8 ideas to make grownup Easter baskets a new tradition this year!
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