RESOURCES from 4word
LinkedIn Secrets, Competitive Advantage, We Can’t All Be Beautiful
Happy February, 4word women! Check out this week’s favorites as you head into your weekend! Take Notice LINKEDIN REVAMP: Cat Knarr with Faith Driven Business shares on Huffington Post eight “secrets” that you can use to give your LinkedIn profile a stunning facelift. QUILTING QUEEN: Jim Carlton with… Read More
Healthy Mind, Body, and Soul
We love hearing from women who have surrendered their lives and careers to God. The lessons they have to share always leave us encouraged, and Cassie Dennis’ story is no different. In a bold step of faith, she followed God’s call to leave her job, without having a… Read More
Be Happy At Work, Peyton Manning’s Faith, Gender Diversity in the Workplace, Team Monthly Favorites
Happy Friday, everyone! We have a new addition to Friday Faves: Monthly Team Favorites. The last Friday Faves of every month will feature some “favorites” from our 4word team. Be sure to check them out, and let us know if any of your favorites made our list! Take… Read More
Don't Call Me Mr. Mom
Parenthood and decisions- there’s no escaping it. Once a couple receives the news that they will be parents, the countless decisions begin. One of the most pressing decisions is probably deciding who will watch the child during the day. Did you know that in the past 10 years,… Read More
Entrepreneur Lessons from MLK, CEOs Using Twitter, Sheryl Sandberg
Happy Friday, 4word women! Wind down your week with a peek at our favorites! Take Notice MLK: Joseph Steinberg with Forbes shares 5 entrepreneurship lessons we all can learn from Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. ANGRY EMPLOYEE: Charalambos Vlachoutsicos with the Harvard Business Review Blog Network offers insight… Read More
Girl Scout Today; CEO Tomorrow
Yes, Thin Mints are undeniably delicious, but there is more to the Girls Scouts than cookies. With the goal of teaching today’s girl’s to be tomorrow’s leaders, Girl Scouts uses the Cookie Program and more to train girls in valuable, lifelong skills. We spoke with Colleen Walker, CEO… Read More
8 Behaviors to Avoid, Candace Cameron Bure’s Life Lessons, Uncomfortable Grace
Happy Friday! Here is our list of favorites from the past week. We hope you enjoy! Take Notice 8 BEHAVIORS TO AVOID: Kathy Caprino lists eight behaviors that successful business people take care to avoid and can credit to their success. PEACEKEEPER (SORT OF): Mark Feffer with Entrepreneur… Read More
Life Changed Your Plans:: Finding Contentment
How many times do we let circumstances get the best of us? We all know life is unpredictable and does not function according to our plan. For Denny Slaton, this couldn’t be more true. Now, when Denny reflects on where God has brought her, she sees the lessons… Read More
4word Mentor Program Deadline, 8 Ways You’re Killing Your Startup, Scripture Memorization for the Rest of Us
We hope everyone was able to stay nice and warm this week! If you’re still experiencing a cold snap where you live (or maybe you wish you were!), Friday Faves is a great way to enjoy that warm cup of morning coffee. Take Notice MENTOR: Make a New… Read More
Financial Planning in the New Year: Part 2 with Erin Botsford
It’s the second week of 2014- how are you doing with your resolutions? Last week we talked to Mary Hunt about her financial planning and retirement strategies. As we continue that series, this week we introduce you to Erin Botsford, 4word board member and author of “The Big… Read More
Gaming is Giving
Recently, I heard from my friend Erin about a new endeavor that God had led her to. Knowing her heart, and seeing her dream come alive has been very exciting for me- so much so, that I asked her to share with you about the journey she has… Read More
4word Mentor Program Deadline, Recession is Dead, Do Women Lead Differently?
Welcome to 2014! Enjoy our favorites from this past week while you take a few moments to relax from the last few days’ festivities! Take Notice MENTOR: Make a New Year's Resolution to make an impact in a fellow professional Christian woman’s life this year. Apply for the… Read More
Financial Planning in the New Year:: Part 1 with Mary Hunt
Happy New Year! As we enter 2014, we want to help you make this the best year yet. We know that finances play a huge role in your life, which is why we are sitting down with financial experts over the next few weeks to hear what they… Read More
Social Media King, Fastest Declining Jobs, 4word Teleseminar, 7 Ways Your Father Affected Your Career
It’s the last Friday Faves of 2013! We hope you’ve enjoyed our weekly list of favorites. Check out this week’s list and have a Happy New Year! See you in 2014! Take Notice KING OF SOCIAL MEDIA: Ross Simmonds with Social Media Today shares his reasons for why… Read More
Merry Christmas From Your Friends at 4word!
We want to take the time to wish you a very Merry Christmas! This year, the staff was eager to share with you our Christmas favorites and traditions. Enjoy! Diane Paddison; Founder Favorite Christmas Song: Silent Night Favorite Christmas Movie: Rudolph the Red Nose Reindeer Best gift ever given: Memories.… Read More
20 Holiday Time-Savers, 10 Best Companies to Work for in 2014, The Struggle of Singleness at Christmas
5 days until Christmas. Are you ready?! Take a moment for yourself and check out our favorites from the past week. Merry Christmas from all of us at 4word! Take Notice TIME-SAVER: Parenting Magazine presents 20 holiday time-savers that anyone could use during this bustling time of the… Read More
4word’s 2013 Gifts that Give Back Guide
On Friday, we introduced our Gifts that Give Back Guide. Today, we want to give you a closer look at some of our featured products. It's our prayer that as you learn the stories behind the company and the products, you will be moved to support their cause.… Read More
Gifts That Give Back Guide 2013, Finding a Great Husband Doesn’t Just Happen, 3 Common Money Mistakes Women Make
Everyone loves giving (and receiving!) gifts at Christmas time. This year, why not give a gift that not only brings a smile to its recipient’s face, but also benefits someone less fortunate? In this year’s Gifts that Give Back guide, we’ve divided up our gift ideas according to… Read More
When Relationships Get Messy:: What Do You Do?
Shivaun Palmer, CEO and co-founder of Plaid for Women, knew that relationships can be complicated and difficult. Upon marrying her husband, a widower with four daughters, Shivaun experienced many of these challenges for herself. Today, she has a great relationship with her step-daughters, and Shivaun gladly shares about… Read More
Rethink Christmas, PR on a Budget, How Women Change Men
December is here, and with it comes chilly temperatures, holiday festivities, and time with family and friends. Take a mini break from it all and check out our favorites from the week! Take Notice RETHINK CHRISTMAS: Megan with Crazy Little Thing Called Love urges us to take a… Read More