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Negotiating Salaries, Power of Words, Boston Marathon Tragedy, Interior Design, and Dancing Babies
From dancing babies to interior design to salary negotiation, our Friday Faves runs the gamut of topics this week. There’s something here for everyone, so enjoy. Take Notice WATCH: Sheryl Sandberg speaks at the Harvard Business School W50 Summit READ: Marissa Meyer, Sheryl Sandberg and Anne-Marie Slaughter… Read More
Work Motivations, the Suffering Single, the Christian Club, and Dove’s Real Beauty
Whew! It’s Friday. As you head into the weekend, take a minute to browse our favorite links from all around the web. We hope we can put a smile on your face at the end of a difficult week. Take Notice START: You know those voices in… Read More
Your Perfect Life, Unwelcome Work, Holy in the Everyday and Kung Fu Grandpa
It’s Friday, and that means it’s time for the latest round of our “Friday Favorites.” This week, we’re serving up links on everything from spring/summer fashion trends to un-fun work projects to Kung Fu Grandpa. (Yep, you read that right.) Take a peek! Take Notice LISTEN: Life Lessons… Read More
The Pope, Easter Eggs, a Legacy of Love, Remembering and a Tiny Burglar
It’s almost Easter! As you head into a weekend of celebration and remembrance, take a minute to browse our selection of this week’s best of the web. Take Notice THINK: A Simple Ritual for Harried Managers (and Popes) LEAN: Arianna Huffington on Leaning In, alternate reality, and… Read More
Lean In, Joy’s Getting Married?, 5 Hard Truths for Parents and Working Women of the Bible
Top o’ the mornin’ to you all. We hope you’re gearing up for a fun St. Patrick’s Day, whether you plan to celebrate with green eggs and ham or a more traditional dish like corned beef and cabbage. In the meantime, take a gander at our latest serving… Read More
Top 25 Women in Real Estate, Christian Rap for God’s Glory, Marriage is Lonely, and the Evolution of Mom Dancing
Before you move your clocks up ahead this weekend (yes it's that time of year again) use some of your extra time now to check out our great selection! Take Notice WATCH: Mark Burnette and Roma Downey’s “The Bible” series on the History Channel. Diane will be talking about… Read More
Trace the Rainbow, The Golden Years, Love Yourself, Stop Bullying and Laughing Goats
Welcome to March Madness (a little pun for the college basketball junkies)! Before the month takes off running, enjoy our weekly selections from around the web. Take Notice KNOW: 20 Women Leaders Under 40 You Should Know. These women are making an impact in a variety of fields… Read More
Trust Me, Holiness is Not Difficult, a Pixar Film and the Right Way to Pack a Carry On
Before the week is over, we wanted to give you one more gift - our favorite selections from all over the web, each hand picked just for you. Happy Valentine’s Day from 4word to you! Take Notice READ: The 10 Best Companies For Women In 2013. TWEET: 4word founder,… Read More
Grab Executives’ Attention, 5 Questions to Ask Your Spouse, Mad at God and “Sheet Music”
Welcome to the weekend. We've selected our very favorites from around the web to share with you this week. Take Notice LISTEN: Diane Paddison talking about Goals on Lessons Learned with Rick Tocquigny READ: One woman's journey from Chinese Labor Camp To Top American Tech Entrepreneur DOWNLOAD: Need to find… Read More
Don’t Be a Fool, Be Known, Balance and a Free Download
Happy Friday, ladies! As you head into your weekend, take a few minutes to browse our collection of this week’s best links. Take Notice DOWNLOAD: Susan Dimickele’s 30 Day Devotional for Working Moms. ASK: Before you delegate a task, ask - and answer - these 10 questions. READ: Working moms,… Read More
Your Time at Work, Negative Emotions and the One Habit God Wants You to Pick
In honor of another weekend, we have another great selection of our favorite finds from all over the web for you. Enjoy! Take Notice READ: If you want to advance your career this is a must read from TheHighCalling.org. Christine Scheller interviews Diane Paddison and Mark Russell about… Read More
Becoming the New You, Do a Better Job in 2013 and Be Like Jesus
Take Notice LOOK: 4word’s founder, Diane Paddison was featured on the front cover of Lyre Magazine. Check out the online version and interview here. Diane was also featured in TwoTen Magazine article called “Working Women" READ: Relevant decided 2012 was the “Year of the Outspoken Christian Athlete.”… Read More
The BIG idea of 2013, 4 things to say to your wife, a terrible present and gingerbread snowflakes
Hard to believe Christmas is just 4 days away, and while there is still shopping to finish, house cleaning to be done, and family visits to plan, we hope you will take a little break and check out our great finds from this week. Be blessed and remember… Read More
gifts that give back gift guide, downtime, Christmas cliches and gangnam style
We’ve collected our very favorites of gifts this season for you. Not only will they make anyone on your list smile, but each item on our list will also give back to those in need. From clothing to accessories, to gadgets and more, we hope you find just… Read More
God is Near, Rock a Scarf, Resolve a Conflict and No Stress Shopping
The Christmas season is officially in full swing. Take a break and enjoy our great selection of favorites this week. Take Notice GO: The holidays can be a stressful time when it comes to some relationships. PURE in NYC is hosting an event December 12th: “Navigating Difficult Relationships… Read More
Balancing a career and calling, lessons from ladybugs, and a buttery Thanksgiving video
In honor of another weekend, we have another great selection of our favorite finds for you. Take Notice LISTEN: Work, Love, Pray audio and e-book Version on sale now at ChristianBook.com SAVE THE DATE: Sunday, December 9th is the 4word Dallas Christmas Party. For more details sign up… Read More
The Secret to Dating, Networking Tips and Crying over NPR
Welcome to November! Start the new month off right with some of our best from around the web. Take Notice PRAY: Wonder what you can do? Stop and pray for those impacted by Hurricane Sandy via World Vision. VOTE: Penny Nance shared in our interview this week that half… Read More
USA Today, International Day of the Girl, Wedding Day Miss and Tiny Citizens
Happy “International Day of the Girl” a day late. Begin your weekend by taking in some of our favorites from the web. Take Notice READ: USA Today published “Full-time CEO doesn't equal part-time mom” by Diane Paddison. WATCH: Diane Paddison shares how to be successful in the workplace while… Read More
Friday Favorites
Welcome to March, ladies! We’re curious: were any of you born on February 29? If so, when do you celebrate your birthday on non-leap years? Leave us a comment with your response. Funny video of the week We know cats like to squeeze themselves into tiny spaces. Watch… Read More
A New Kind of New Year's Resolution
Meet Ali Lamb! Ali is a 22-year-old recent graduate of Northwestern University, where she studied Journalism and Spanish. She currently lives in Texas and is thoroughly enjoying ample amounts of Tex-Mex, breathtaking sunsets and Southern chivalry. Ali will begin law school in the fall. -------------------- New Year’s resolutions have always held… Read More