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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
Home for the Holidays: Marrying In
Getting married is a lot about creating a new family with your spouse. A lot, but not all. It’s also about joining one (or more) existing families; families with unique history and traditions and cultures. Becoming part of a new family can be a great gift, but there… 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
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
Mentoring Outside the Box
As a professional Christian woman who started 4word to minister specifically to professional Christian women, the most likely scope of my mentorship is pretty clear. Over the past few years though, I’ve had the unique experience of mentoring someone whose life looks almost nothing like mine. Nevertheless, I… Read More
Kirsten Powers, Mentor 101, J.F.K. Leadership Lessons
Whether you’re just waking up from your turkey coma or just coming in from your Black Friday adventures, take a moment to relax and browse through our favorites from the past week. Take Notice FOX NEWS CHRISTIAN: Kirsten Powers, a Democratic commentator for Fox News, shares her inspiring testimony… 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
Home For The Holidays: The Mother-In-Law Perspective
There must be thousands of books out there about how to keep your marriage relationship strong, but where are the books about how to love your in-laws? I don’t mean that in a negative way! Even in the very best of circumstances, those relationships require real work and… Read More
Grow into a Successful Leader, Underdog, Women Reach a Milestone in Job Market
As you prepare for the Thanksgiving festivities next week, take a moment for yourself and peruse our favorites from the past week. Take Notice MENTOR: The deadline to apply to be a Mentor or Mentee with the 4word Mentor program is January 10, 2014! Click here to learn more about applying. GIVE: If… 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
Women, Ideas, and Solidarity; Notes From The 2013 4word Leadership Retreat
Even though I’ve been a Christian for about as long as I can remember, God never stops surprising me. I guess that's the way its supposed to be. A few weekends ago I had the distinct honor and pleasure of gathering with a group of amazing women to… Read More
4word Woman Liz Bohannon Honored, Mentor Program, Uncover Your Personal Brand
Two weeks until the most famous Friday of the year! Enjoy the peace and quiet now by checking out our favorites from the past week. Take Notice DONATE: Typhoon Haiyan has devastated the lives of thousands of Philippine residents. The Salvation Army is accepting donations to help with… 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
Your Questions Answered: 5 Ways To Start Strong With a New Boss
This week I’m answering a question submitted by a 4word woman in Phoenix, Arizona: I just found out that I am being moved to a new department. It’s a good lateral move for me, but I will be working for a different boss. What advice can you give… Read More
John Leonard, Suzy Flory, Time-Management Tricks That Don’t Work
Now that the days are getting shorter, it feels like Fridays are getting here sooner! Or is that just us? Enjoy our favorites from this week while you decide on what you’re going to do with the weekend. Take Notice GET REAL: John Leonard’s new book Get Real:… Read More
The Difference Community Makes
The holidays are a time to gather and celebrate with loved ones, but sometimes we get so busy with preparations that we forget that. We’ve introduced you to Mandy Castro (Jason Castro‘s wife) before. Today, we wanted to pause before the crazy rush of the holidays begin and… Read More
Stress Less
One of the most important (and hardest) lessons I’ve learned in life is how to deal with stress. And by “deal with it,” I really mean “give it away.” Growing up, I was a very hard worker, and I was pretty smart; I rarely encountered a problem that… Read More