RESOURCES from 4word
A Disciplined Life
A friend of mine passed along a great bible study from Renner Ministries this week that got me thinking about the value of leading a disciplined life. The specific session was focused on the importance of helping your children develop responsibility and self-discipline. It encouraged parents to “Do… Read More
Making Money, Pay Yourself, Conquer Your Inbox and Work Wear that Works
Relax. Take a breath. The weekend is just a few work hours away. Start your weekend off with us as we venture through some of our favorites from around the web this week. Take Notice MAKING MONEY: Moms are the primary breadwinners in 40% of U.S. households CREATE: Have… Read More
Balancing Act: a Dual Career Marriage
Brooke Armstrong and her husband Drew are in the middle of very successful careers, yet they have managed to balance two demanding work schedules with a strong marriage. Last week, we chatted with Brooke to learn some inside information on how the Armstrongs do it. -------------------- … Read More
How to Tell If You’re Dating For Keeps
Is the guy you’re dating a guy you could (or should) marry? Don’t worry, even if you’re not in a relationship yet, it’s not too early to start thinking this through, and it actually might be better to come up with a plan before those warm fuzzy feelings… Read More
4word Mentor Match, Pray for OK, Study the Bible, Meeting Tip, Heartbroken and Angry
Don’t forget to take some time to remember and honor all the brave men and women who have died for our nation and freedoms. God Bless America and our soldiers! Take Notice PRAY: for Oklahoma GIVE: The Salvation Army is raising support for the Oklahoma Relief Efforts.… Read More
Equipping Women Leaders
She led a corporate career at companies like Booz and Exxon. She even taught in Beth Moore’s Sunday School class. Now, Anita Carman is the Founder and President of Inspire Women, a 501(c) 3 non-profit organization that inspires women across ethnicities, denominations, and economic levels to connect their lives… Read More
Sponsors and Mentors: Special Relationships That Can Advance Your Career and Improve Your Life
Is it okay to use relationships to get ahead at work? I’m not talking about anything illicit or even romantic. Just whether or not it’s ethical to trade on friendships, or even build friendships with the intention of using them to your advantage. According to the research, most… Read More
Honoring God in the Workplace, 8 Things Not To Do, Making Marriage Last and Gas Station Karaoke
Another busy work week has come and gone, but before you start your relaxing weekend (using those mother’s day gift cards we hope) be sure to check out our favorite picks of the week. We selected a great group of articles and resources with you in mind. … Read More
The Difference that Friendships Make
Emily (second from the left), with Diane (left) and the other SoCal 4word gals. We mention 4word local groups rather frequently here on the blog. They are a huge part of Diane’s vision for 4word, and today we’re bringing you a story to demonstrate why they are so… Read More
Can I Pray For You?
“Come to me, all you who are weary and burdened, and I will give you rest. Take my yoke upon you and learn from me, for I am gentle and humble in heart, and you will find rest for your souls.” - Matthew 11:28-30 When I arrived at… Read More
An iPhone Infection, a Note to Parents of Small Children, Career Tips from the Kitchen and Mother's Day Gift Ideas
Mothers Day is almost here! Whether you already are a mom, are hoping to be a mom someday or are expecting a little one soon, we hope that you will take some time this weekend to honor the mother figure in your own life. Meanwhile, enjoy our weekly roundup… Read More
Confessions of a New Mom
Meet Pamela Gifford and her daughter Olivia. Up until a couple of years ago, Pamela was Vice President of Communications for the International Justice Mission (IJM). Now, she’s busy raising her two year old and consulting for IJM and other business and nonprofit ventures. Since Sunday is Mothers Day… Read More
Celebrating Moms
In honor of Mothers Day this coming weekend, Diane and the 4word team are sharing our moms with you! Diane & Sharon. My mom lived her life with total confidence in the Lord’s providence. And that confidence freed her to live generously, and to love others without reservation. … Read More
Modern Manners, Working Mom Friendships, plus Social Media and the Sermon on the Mount
Is it just us or are the months flying by? Welcome to May! We have a great selection of our favorite finds from all over the web for you this week. Enjoy! Take Notice HATS OFF: Announcing the 2013 Women in Business honorees in Dallas READ: “God Made… Read More
When You Don't Fit the Traditional Mold
Former professor, mother of two, consultant and church elder, Andrea Trice has worn several hats in her lifetime. She also co-authored a book on work-life balance, which is what we chose to interview her about today. -------------------- 4word: Looking back over your career, was there a… Read More
Advice to My Younger Self
As part of an ongoing series, NPR has been asking working women to offer advice to their “younger selves.” It’s great to look back and really think about what kinds of things I could have done differently or realized earlier. If I could go back to when I… Read More
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
Praying for Boston
Ladies, meet Atinuke Diver, or Tinu as she likes to be called, who lives and works in Boston. As you know from Diane’s Monday blog, she was in Boston last week, and she and Tinu had planned to meet for breakfast, but those plans fell through in the… Read More
Where Does God Run?
What a week this has been. I arrived in Boston last Wednesday night for the Salvation Army National Advisory Board meeting, already shaken from news of the Boston Marathon bombings. The next morning I woke up to hear about the devastating explosion in West, Texas. By Friday we… 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