RESOURCES from 4word
Raising a Red Flag
It’s not a concern, until it happens to you. Domestic violence, bullying and stalking are serious topics that tend to receive little to no attention in our society today. We spoke with Angela Daffron and Cathy Johnson, two inspirational women who have taken a stand against the violence seen in their… Read More
When Yes Means No
Work. Faith. Marriage. Kids. It’s the balancing act that many of us at 4word are constantly struggling to maintain. Or the act that we look forward to juggling someday in the future. Today, we are speaking to Rebecca Carrell, morning show host for the Dallas-Fort Worth station 90.9… Read More
Bridging the Generation Gap:: Embracing Mentorship
Generation X. Baby boomers. The Greatest Generation. Millennials. The differences between our generations are subtle, yet simultaneously profound. With each new cultural shift, comes new perspectives of life, work, and faith, and one 4word woman wants to tap into those differences. Joy Eggerichs has spent several years developing… Read More
Celebrating You :: International Women's Day
Happy International Women’s Day! Never heard of it? International Women’s Day is a special day set aside to celebrate the accomplishments of women, while identifying areas of needed improvement in opportunity and equality. Here’s what the United Nations has to say about this special day. To celebrate, we… Read More
The Story Behind SON OF GOD:: Exclusive Interview with Producer Roma Downey
Last year, the mini series The Bible, produced record breaking results. Now, husband and wife producers Mark Burnett and Roma Downey aim to set records again with their feature film, Son of God. Set to open on Friday, this is the first time a film about the life of Jesus will be… Read More
Trust in the Workplace
Trust. Being a team player. It’s what every workplace needs to thrive and excel in the industry, but the truth is that it’s not so easy to come by. Politics, office drama, and selfishness tend to interfere with our best intentions and goals. Today, we are speaking to… Read More
6 Steps to Loving Again
On Friday we will celebrate Valentine’s Day- a day focused on love. It’s easy to get caught up in the emotional and romantic side that the holiday often gravitates towards, however, that doesn’t have to be the focus of Valentine’s Day. Today we are speaking to Laurie Biddle… 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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
Women in Leadership: The Three Greatest Obstacles and How to Overcome Them
Women as leaders in the workplace- it’s one of our favorite topics at 4word! We believe in you, and the unique talents that God has gifted you with. You can absolutely impact the kingdom through your chosen profession! This week we spoke with Marsha Clark, of Marsha Clark… Read More
The Standard of Giving
We are well into the Thanksgiving season; a time of year that reminds us of the blessings we experience everyday, and a time to pause and be thankful for what we have. For Lacie Stevens, Thanksgiving is more than a time to give thanks - it’s a reminder… Read More
Putting Your Spiritual Gifts to Work
Meet Jackie Parker. She’s the president of the Newell Rubbermaid Foundation and Vice President of Corporate Philanthropy at Newell Rubbermaid. Jackie’s passion for helping people and improving communities have made a noticeable difference for those influenced by the Newell Rubbermaid Foundation, but it doesn’t stop there. Jackie also… Read More
An Opportunity to Work
When Sseko Designs founder Liz Bohannon, traveled to Uganda after her college graduation, she was expecting to do some simple nonprofit work before returning back to the United States. What she did not expect was the life-changing adventure that awaited her. Through meeting and surrounding herself with the… Read More