RESOURCES from 4word
A Purposeful Life
One of my friends Charlotte likes to say that “the purpose of life is to have a purposeful life.” I love that quote because it reminds me how simple life really is (even though it often feels complicated!). The thing is, “purposeful” doesn’t necessarily mean “important,” the way… 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
What to Do with Life's Leftovers
Today, we introduce you to Sheila B. Sheila's husband is the late E. K. Bailey, who was pastor of Concord Baptist Church for almost thirty years before succumbing to cancer. Sheila and E. K. were introduced in college by his friend, Melvin Wade. (E.K. later returned the favor… Read More
The Simple Secret to Building Successful Relationships
I’ve been thinking about relationship-building a lot lately. A few weeks ago I explored how Facebook can help you build stronger relationships. Then last week I had the honor of attending and speaking at Co-Lab, a conference for a diverse group of Christian ministry leaders including Nancy Ortberg… Read More
When Leaning In Isn’t Enough, an Animated Love Story, Option Overload and Wardrobe Must-Haves
Spring is officially here! Before you start spring cleaning, enjoy this week’s crop of favorites from around the web. Take Notice WIN: Hailey Humphries opened last week’s Friday Faves email, and we took notice! Hailey was the randomly drawn reader who won a copy of Work, Love,… Read More
What Does It Look Like to "Trade on Your Strengths?"
Meet Natalie Snyder, 28, a petite Texas beauty who earned a vice president role with Transwestern in just six years. Natalie moved to Dallas after graduating from Texas A&M, where she was a skeet shooter. She’s not afraid to outshoot any guy on a business-retreat skeet range, no… Read More
Embracing Plan C, and Other Wise Examples From Working Women of the Bible.
Expectations are tricky things, aren't they? Undoubtedly, setting some high expectations for yourself can be a positive motivating force in your life and your work. The apostle Paul used them to motivate himself – to remain strong and faithful in the face of great adversity (Philippians 1:20). But… 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
Serving God as a Family
Remember Marcia Larson, who we interviewed a few months back about her experience in Hurricane Sandy? This week, we spoke with her mother, Margaret, about their family’s history of taking overseas mission trips together. Margaret, Esther, Wally Jr. and Marcia Larson on one of their family mission trips… Read More
Finding Meaning in the Mundane; How Celebrity Apprentice Brought You The Bible.
Last week more than thirteen million people (me included) tuned in to the History channel to watch The Bible, a new mini-series that presents dramatic interpretations of several key biblical stories and passages. The Bible series was created and produced over the course of four years, with input… 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
Can You Be Facebook Friends at Work?
Hello everyone. My name is Amanda. I work for 4word’s digital media team, and I’m here to inform you that we’re interrupting our regularly scheduled programming this week to feature an interview with our interviewer. If that’s confusing, I’ll explain further. We’ve been talking about social media for… Read More
How Facebook Can Improve Your Relationships (Or Ruin Them)
Okay, I’m not what you might consider a “Facebook expert.” And I never really intend to be. As I mentioned last week, there's a lot I'm still learning about social technology. While I think it's important to understand how it works in business, parenting, and even church communities,… 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
Learning to Work with New Technology
On Monday, Diane blogged about the need for more “seasoned” businesswomen to learn how to adopt new technologies for business purposes. Today, we’re introducing you to a woman who fills that need for her fellow staff members at Campus Crusade for Christ: Sus Schmitt. Sus serves as a Technology… Read More
Mentoring Can Be a Two-Way Street
Can you believe how quickly our technology gets labeled obsolete? I just replaced the Blackberry I got in 2010 when I joined Cassidy Turley with a new one last week. To me, a three-year hold was no big deal, but everyone else thought I was crazy not to… Read More
Why Women Aren’t Leading, Dreaming for Your Sons, I Am with You and a DIY Project for Your Office
Take a deep breath. The weekend is almost here! Before you get swept up in weekend plans (got an outfit planned for your Oscars party yet?), take a quick break and explore our selection of this week’s best of the web. Take Notice COME: Bring your own lunch and… Read More
Talking with God
Meet Rita Burgett, another friend who Diane recently met while on a plane. Rita and her husband live at Eagle Mountain Lake in Fort Worth. He started a business creating software for the senior housing industry, and they have operated the company as a Christian business for the… Read More
Pressure to Be the Perfect Christian
Feeling like you have to put on a good show at church? There’s a fine line between wanting to do your best, and feeling like you need to be perfect. It’s pretty natural to want to put your best foot forward, but putting too much emphasis on the… 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