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What Does Your Confidence Look Like?

How much do you depend on how you look to give you confidence? I’m not necessarily talking about physical attractiveness, I mean the whole image: clothes, shoes, makeup jewelry, how you fix your hair, how “put together” you look and feel. Many women slip into those things like… Read More

Millionaires, Mentorship, & Marriage

Do you feel called to be a mentor? Are you looking for a mentor? The 4word Mentor Program is currently accepting applications for the upcoming fall session. Visit the Mentor Program website today and submit your online application by September 2, 2016! Get someone in your corner this year! What You… Read More

Become a Safe Haven

While life can (and should) be something you enjoy and look forward to every day, there will be times in your life when everything seems to be going against you. Whether in your personal life, at your workplace, or even spiritually, there may come a day when you… Read More

No Supermoms Required

It’s back to school time again. That time of year packed with parent orientations, meet the teacher nights, supply shopping, clothing shopping, shoe shopping, and my favorite this year…..magnetic locker decorations. WHAT? And form, after form, after form to be filled out. And then we realize halfway through… Read More

Habits, Hardwired & Happiness

1 WEEK LEFT to apply for the upcoming session of the 4word: Mentor Program Taking your career from where it is now to where you've always dreamed it would be is never an easy task, and certainly one that could be simplified with the help of someone who's… Read More

Warning! U-Turn Ahead

In the ongoing battle to balance your life and time between work and home, there are often potholes and speed bumps along the way that will give you pause and cause you to wonder if you’re really heading in the right direction. In these times, it is vital… Read More

Promotion, Please!

Is it time to ask for a raise or promotion? Is it past time? If you’re dreading (or avoiding) those conversations, you’re certainly not alone. But the conversation itself might not be as important as you think it is. Most people focus on the actual negotiation. They are… Read More

Stress, Strength & Staycations

Have you applied for the 4word: Mentor Program yet? Taking your career from where it is now to where you've always dreamed it would be is never an easy task, and certainly one that could be simplified with the help of someone who's been where you are. The 4word: Mentor… Read More

Confidence Now – Flexibility Later

Your hard work now could pay off with flexibility in the future. Life rarely follows a straight line. There will be times when we need to realign our priorities and make massive life adjustments. Tamara Scoville has spent her professional career pursuing balance between work and family. She… Read More

Stacks & Stacks of Stuff

What if Jesus returns and sees my house like this? I admit it. I’m a stacker. I’m a stuffer. There are towers of Rubbermaid plastic bins in my garage, my attic, and even a few in other spots. My desk has stacks of papers. And my drawers? Let’s… Read More

Advice, Avoidance & Appetizers

Apply by August 14, 2015, for the next session of the 4word: Mentor Program! Taking your career from where it is now to where you've always dreamed it would be is never an easy task, and certainly one that could be simplified with the help of someone who's… Read More

When Wanting Turns to Waiting

Becoming a parent is something that many couples dream about and plan for. Most women can recall wanting to be a mommy ever since they held their first baby doll. Once a couple begins trying to start their family, however, they just might discover that God’s plan for… Read More

Why Did God Make Us So Competitive?

I’m a competitor. I’m a Christian. I used to think those things were mutually exclusive. I thought to be highly competitive wasn't being a good, sweet, thoughtful Christian woman. I actually went through a phase where I purposefully dialed backed my competitive streak.....and I was miserable. Then I… Read More

Police, Parenting & Pluto

Start thinking about the cooler days coming with the 4word online store! Summer is almost over! Get ready for cooler days and even cooler nights, bonfires, and pumpkin patches with items from the 4word online store. Check out the Caramel Nomad Booties from Sseko Designs, an ethical fashion brand… Read More

Savor the Rest of Summer

Summer is supposed to be a “carefree” time, but for most working moms, there’s nothing carefree about the crunch of kid activities, organizing childcare, vacation-planning, and—before you know it—getting ready for school to start again. This is the reality of “mom summer," but "mom summer" doesn't have to… Read More

Secrets, Sleepless & Starbucks

Give your summer entertainment a dose of quality with the 4word online store! Summer is finally here! Get ready for backyard BBQs, Saturdays on the lake, and trips to your favorite beach with items from the 4word online store. Check out the JellyTelly subscription, a unique online video… Read More

Almost Run Down in a Coffee Shop

When we dream about and plan for what our future might look like, rarely do we allot time for painful, uncomfortable, or completely unanticipated events. For Christians, when these situations enter our lives, we often seek strength and renewal from our church and God. While this may satisfy… Read More

Factors, Forgetting & Fireworks

Want a new summer accessory? Check out the 4word online store!  Summer is finally here! Get yourself (and your closet) ready for backyard BBQs, Saturdays on the lake, and trips to your favorite beach with items from the 4word online store. Check out the Safari Leather Bucket… Read More