RESOURCES from 4word
Are YOU Addicted to Work?
Has work taken over your life? The day I realized it had gone too far, I woke up at 5:00 am to go from dreaming about work to doing it. As I slid out of bed, I glanced at my sleeping husband and felt a pang of guilt.… Read More
Bestseller or Could-Be-Better? How Are You Telling YOUR Story?
“I have your resume here, Ms. Paddison, but I’d like to hear from you. What makes you the right candidate for this position?” “I’m glad you asked. As you can see, I have the industry experience, but what’s more, I have experience in taking growing companies like yours… Read More
Exaggeration, Lies, What Next?
How often do you feel tempted to polish the truth a bit? To say that you ran just a bit further, just a bit faster than you actually did? Or to claim that a work project was easy, even though you had to stay up all night to… Read More
Look Out: Smart Christians Ahead
Most of what I really needed to know about operating a business I learned working at the family orchard and fruit stand starting around age five. Later in life, I also earned a degree from Harvard Business School. My time at Harvard was hard and wonderful, and I’m… Read More
Ahhh, You're Wearing THAT?
My friend and fellow executive looked slightly sheepish as he came into my office and closed the door. As soon as I saw him, I knew what was coming. “Diane,” he said with a pained expression. “I have to ask you to talk to one of my people.”… Read More
Relaunch Your Career After Launching Your Family
CEO, COO, CFO & HR Manager, Mommy, Inc. (1994-2014). Executive in charge of human being development, including socialization, quality controls, and logistics. Undertook comprehensive team-building and motivational program. Oversaw complex trade negotiations (valued at up to 1.5 million Legos). Staring at the computer screen, Linda was… Read More
Better Bridge Your Gap
Okay, I’ll admit it. I talk about mentoring a lot. I talk about being a mentor, about being mentored, about how important and valuable it is to find mentors and/or mentees. It’s not just limited to 4word, either. Most of my good friends and most of my colleagues… Read More
So You Messed Up At Work. Now What?
Uh-oh. Did anyone see that? Can I just pretend it didn’t happen? Maybe no one will notice. It’s more Susie’s fault than mine anyway, she should be the one to take the blame. It’s one thing to talk about ways to put your best foot forward at… Read More
5 Ways To Rock Your (New) Job
There’s something distinctly uncomfortable about starting a new job, isn’t there? There are new people, new office dynamics, new routines and expectations, and of course, a new job to do. There’s a lot to figure out and a lot of ways that things could go wrong. It can… Read More
One Woman’s Tale of “Having it All”
We are thrilled to introduce you to May Oh. Now the owner of her own law firm in Singapore, May formerly held the position of the first woman director of Mobile Oil. We couldn’t wait to hear how she has managed to balance her vibrant faith, with her… Read More
5 Ways to Build Your Faith at Work
This week’s Monday Blog comes from Sharla Langston. Sharla is one of the founders of Women Doing Well and the non-profit, Inspiring Generous Joy. Through these organizations, Sharla lives out her passion of helping Christian women discover their purpose, ignite their passion and make a plan for living… Read More
You Can Definitely Maybe Absolutely Sort of Have It All
This week I’m bringing you a guest blog from 4word Board member and staff writer Richelle Campbell. Richelle started her professional life as a lawyer, but transitioned to part time work when her first child was born. Today she’s a full-time mother of two who likes to say… Read More
When Yes Means No
Work. Faith. Marriage. Kids. It’s the balancing act that many of us at 4word are constantly struggling to maintain. Or the act that we look forward to juggling someday in the future. Today, we are speaking to Rebecca Carrell, morning show host for the Dallas-Fort Worth station 90.9… Read More
Why Women Need a Work Sponsor
With 4word’s next mentor match session about to launch, I’ve been thinking a lot about the critical role that mentoring and sponsorship have played in my life and career. I feel so blessed to have had the kinds of mentors that I have. It’s no mistake that we… Read More
The Story Behind SON OF GOD:: Exclusive Interview with Producer Roma Downey
Last year, the mini series The Bible, produced record breaking results. Now, husband and wife producers Mark Burnett and Roma Downey aim to set records again with their feature film, Son of God. Set to open on Friday, this is the first time a film about the life of Jesus will be… Read More
Do What You Can
I have two inspiring stories to share with you this week about people using their gifts to serve God at work. One story involves a pair of rich industrialists who used their wealth and power to try to better the lives and the working conditions of their employees.… Read More
Trust in the Workplace
Trust. Being a team player. It’s what every workplace needs to thrive and excel in the industry, but the truth is that it’s not so easy to come by. Politics, office drama, and selfishness tend to interfere with our best intentions and goals. Today, we are speaking to… Read More
What’s Missing From "What Works For Women at Work"
This week I read about a new book for professional women. It’s called, “What Works For Women at Work,” and it promises to provide women an “essential toolkit” for getting ahead at work. The authors, a mother-daughter team, interviewed 127 highly successful professional women, and compiled huge amounts… Read More
A Five Step Cure For The Bad Job Blues
I’ve known my share of jobs that didn’t fit. In fact, right after business school I went through three different jobs in three years! I don’t regret those first few jobs, even though I wasn’t necessarily happy at the time. I learned a lot about myself and I paid… 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