RESOURCES from 4word
“Women Can’t Be Ushers,” And Other Adventures of a Single Woman in Church
This week, instead of my usual blog, I'm sharing with you an essay by my friend "Leslie," (who asked to be kept anonymous). As I was preparing to write about how the church embraces childless women last week, I reached out to Leslie to get her thoughts, and… Read More
Negotiate Like an FBI Agent, Elizabeth Knox’s New Book and 5 Reasons Millennials Stay in the Church
Take a moment to peruse our list of favorites for the week. Take Notice AWARD: 4word Dallas Leaders Allison Johnston and Natalie Snyder are both Finalists for the North Texas Commercial Association of Realtors and Real Estate Professionals “Young Citizens Award”! Join us in congratulating these two women… Read More
The Reality of Prince Charming
Meet Kellie Hill: Senior Project Manager at CBRE. In addition to meeting the demands of a successful and growing career, Kellie is engaged to be married to her Prince, Brian. She won’t call him her Prince Charming though. Kellie explains: ----- 4word: Tell us a little bit about Brian.… Read More
Does the Church Know How To Love Childless Women?
I read a pair of articles this week that touch on this topic from two very different perspectives. One from a married woman in her 40s who has struggled with infertility, and one from an unmarried 28-year-old. Both present a rather stark picture of just how lonely and… Read More
Giving Day, Be a Customer Psychic and Why You Need to Get Over Yourself and Ask for Help
It’s the end of another week! Take a moment to browse through our favorites from the past week before you begin enjoying your weekend. Take Notice SAVE THE DATE: September 19th is North Texas Giving Day with Donor Bridge. You can make a donation to 4word, and a… Read More
Secretary to Senior Vice President in 20 Years
Meet Jeanette Flory, a portfolio manager at Bentall Kennedy in charge of $7.2 billion in assets. She’s had an amazing career trajectory: twenty years ago, she had just started in real estate as an administrative assistant. -------------------- 4word: Tell us about the span of your career, and what… Read More
How to Deal With An Office Drama Queen (or King)
We all know at least one—male or female—“drama queen.” I’m talking about someone who tends to react emotionally to situations and who may be prone to exaggeration or confrontation. They tend to be always worked up about something, and they want you to be worked up too. Even… Read More
Giving Day, Jesus Traveled with Women, and Encouraging You and Your Work
Welcome to September! Enjoy our list of favorites as you head into your first September weekend. Take Notice SAVE THE DATE: September 19th is North Texas Giving Day with Donor Bridge. You can make a donation to 4word, and a percentage of your donation will be matched… Read More
Facing our Challenges as Working Women
Karen Howells has worked as a leadership development consultant for 25 years and executive coach for more than 15 years. In that time, she’s learned a lot about the struggles particular to working women, and she shares some of these with us today. -------------------- 4word: What… Read More
I Believe in Angels
I have lots of “angel stories” that I could share. One that sticks out in my head happened when I lived in Tulsa, Oklahoma and was driving alone into town one night in the rain. I was going too fast and came to a four way stop, put… Read More
#celebratework, Fall Mentor Program and Awesome Starts Now
As we all settle back into the hustle and bustle that accompanies the return of school, take a few moments to relax and peek at some of our favorite things from the past week! Take Notice MENTOR: The Fall Online Mentoring Program is now accepting applications! To become… Read More
Marriage: The Family Foundation
Sometimes, it seems like we hear nothing but bad news. Divorce rates are on the rise. Marriage rates are declining and those who do marry are marrying later. It makes you wonder...is the family falling apart? This week we had the chance to talk to Julie Baumgardner, CEO… Read More
Love in a Time of Deadlines.
What happens to relationships when work must take center stage? When you’re balancing work, relationships, and faith, there will be times when one area of your life has to take precedence for a time. When a major work deadline requires investment of extra hours and energy, it can… Read More
The Little Mermaid, Ashton Kutcher, Being Social, Great Leaders and Insecurity
Have a great weekend, everyone! Before you shut off all your electronics (hint hint), check out our favorite articles, videos and pin from this past week! Take Notice MISSION: The Texas Daily highlights the International Student Foundation and their work with the older foster children “aging out” of… Read More
Changing the Workplace with Faith Powered Profession
We are very excited to introduce you to Elizabeth Knox, author of Faith Powered Profession. Her new book, releasing September 1, is the sequel to Work, Love, Pray. Elizabeth shared with us her passion for professional women and changing the workplace environment. -------------------- 4word: What was the inspiration… Read More
Faith Powered Profession
I’m excited to tell you about a new book for Christian working women! “Faith Powered Profession,” by my friend (and 4word woman!) Elizabeth Knox, is a must read for any Christian woman in the marketplace, and I consider it the natural sequel to Work, Love, Pray. I first… Read More
Mentor Match Applications, Free Business Coaching Sessions and “Faith Powered Profession”
Good morning! Who's excited for Friday? We are! Because we have some really great links to share with you. Take Notice READ: In Mentoring Lopez, Diane Paddison discusses her opportunity to connect Lopez Lomong to World Vision. Read the article in TwoTen Magazine, and keep a lookout for… Read More
Intimacy: There's an App for That
In our on-the-go society, meaningful relationships are hard to come by. Shallow relationships with our friends and “support” group tend to be the norm. One entrepreneur is out to change that. This week, we introduce you to Crystal Gornto, creator of HeartStories. -------------------- 4word: Why did you create… Read More
Give Mommy Guilt A Time Out
If you’re a working mom like me, I can tell you a few things about yourself. First, you’re tired. I know. Me too! In each stage of my kids’ lives, I’ve thought that this would get better, that somehow once they got “just a little older,” I would… Read More
4word Fall Mentor Program, Spiritual Priorities and Valuing Your Relationships
Another Friday means another roundup of our favorite news, blogs, videos and pins. Enjoy! Take Notice MENTOR: If you would like to serve as a mentor or sign up to be a mentee for our Fall Session, applications are due September 3rd! VALUE: Jim Henderson stresses the importance… Read More