by theEmother | Nov 1, 2010 | inspiring women, MEinc
I, for one, really got a lot out of the book “Eat Pray Love” by Elizabeth Gilbert. I too enjoyed the movie. I also got much from her next book; “Committed”. Maybe Elizabeth Gilbert and I are at similar stages in life where what is resonating with her is also with me, in completely different contexts though. Her’s around a blossoming relationship, mine around a blossoming daughter. Nonetheless there is much crossover…
As there is for women entrepreneurs, wonderfully highlighted by Dr Susan L Reid in her article “Eat Pray Love for the Women Entrepreneur”. Well worth a read ladies…
by theEmother | Aug 17, 2010 | entrepreneur trends (past & present!), inspiring women, so you think you're in business
Reading through Tony Featherstone’s article “The Planet of Women” this morning in TheAge.com (which is well worth reading I might add), he brought this to my attention…
As reported in the July/August 2010 ATLANTIC MAGAZINE…
Earlier this year, women became the majority of the workforce for the first time in U.S. history. Most managers are now women too. And for every two men who get a college degree this year, three women will do the same. For years, women’s progress has been cast as a struggle for equality. But what if equality isn’t the end point? What if modern, postindustrial society is simply better suited to women? A report on the unprecedented role reversal now under way— and its vast cultural consequences… read on
What if modern, postindustrial society needs to be remoulded to suit the Lifestyle that women aspire to, and that men will also definitely benefit from?
What if all considerations of Life were treated equally as importantly, without there being the lop-sided tilt towards work as it is now?
What if all the entrepreneurial mothers, who have left work as we know it to pursue their own version of what that Life needs to look like, were encouraged to return to the corporate jungle to re-vegetate and re-establish the equilibrium?
Replacing women with men will not be the entire answer, we know that. But to keep doing things as we have always done them will not rectify the straining issues right now either. At least the conversation has started…
by theEmother | Jul 21, 2010 | entrepreneurial mothers, inspiring women, political offerings
I was really pleased to see this article in TheAge this morning. Not only does it give another side to the “love story”, it also shows Hazel to be a prime example of an entrepreneurial mother, even when in a relationship. She did amazing things with the opportunities she had, and that’s all one can DO. Hats off to Hazel…
…It did not take long for Hazel to develop a following of her own – which in subsequent elections became a major reason voters supported Hawke. Hazel’s speech to the National Press Gallery in January 1984 established her as an unassuming, disarmingly honest, sincere and intelligent human being – an ordinary woman, one we could all identify with and admire for the way she handled herself.
There was a strong feeling among women that if Hazel stayed with Bob, he couldn’t be as bad as reports suggested.
In an interview on Sunday following the telemovie, Hawke struggled to remember what Hazel’s interests were as the prime minister’s wife. He came up with ”education”, but he could not remember any details.
Children, their welfare and the arts were Hazel’s priorities. Among other organisations, the Brotherhood of St Laurence, Austcare, the Australian Youth Orchestra, the NSW Heritage Council, World Wide Fund for Nature and the Australian Children’s Television Foundation had Hazel’s support. This meant she worked for them; she was not just a figurehead… keep reading
by theEmother | Sep 17, 2007 | build a Mother of a Business, entrepreneurial mothers, inspiring women, MEinc, so you think you're in business, start with the end in mind, women in business case studies
by Tina Nikolovski – Radiance by Tina Nikolovski
“THANK YOU SO MUCH for taking the time to answer my questions says Tina.
I have read a couple of the ‘Secrets of’ books, but will also grab the new one. I will order the books you mentioned, so if you do have some others you rate highly would love to hear about it. You can never have enough books I say!
You’re a smart lady and I would love if we could stay in touch (I promise I won’t stalk you! Ha ha). That coffee would be great some time too.”
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The questions: answered by the Entreprenurial Mother…
My goodness; there’s a whole book waiting to be written right there in your questions!!
Nevertheless I can send you to a number of places to get great information to assist you on your way.
Based on your questions, I think it would be worth you buying “Secrets of Inspiring Women Exposed“. I’m sure many of the stories, mine included, will assist your thinking.
I would also recommend that you visit www.theentrepreneurialmother.com.au
There are is much to read and tools to use.
I would also suggest you read and subscribe to the blog
www.theentrepreneurialmother.com.au/blog as there is always content being
added pertinent to your line of questioning.
1. Did you find yourself having to work another job in the early days?
I HAVE ALWAYS DONE MY OWN CONSULTING WORK, AND WHEN I STARTED aCE talentNET, IT WAS NO DIFFERENT. IN FACT, I STILL DO SOME TODAY.
How long did it take to build your business up to full-time?
THIS IS A CATCH 22 REALLY. IF YOU DON’T PUT IN THE HOURS, IT WILL TAKE A LOT LONGER. IF YOU CAN’T AFFORD TO DO SO THEN IT WILL TAKE LONGER THAN YOU THINK. IT PROBABLY TOOK ME A COUPLE OF YEARS.
2. What are some of your favourite business/motivational books (if you are into them)?
IN THE BOOK, I HAVE LISTED THE FOLLOWING:
“Being the insatiable reader that I am, and having the library of books that I do, choosing only five is very difficult.
. The Power of One – Bryce Courtney
. Emotional Capitalists – Dr Martyn Newman
. If you want to be Rich and Happy, Don’t go to School – Robert Kiyosaki
. Re-imagine! and The Essentials – Tom Peters
. Free Agent Nation – Daniel Pink”
3. What is the best advice you can give in respect to managing cash flow (think back to your early days)?
READ ROBERT KIYOSAKI’S “GUIDE TO INVESTING”, MOST PARTICULARLY PART THREE (p237)… EXCELLENT PLACE TO START.
4. Can you provide me with your thoughts on the Radiance concept and our website www.radiancebytina.com
WEB SITE IS GREAT… YOUR OFFERING REMINDS ME OF A WORKSHOP I USED TO RUN FOR AUSTRALIS CALLED “SELF MADE GIRL”… (I’M SURE IF YOU GOOGLED IT, THERE WOULD STILL BE INFORMATION AROUND)…
I AM A LITTLE CONFUSED AS TO WHO YOUR AUDIENCE IS, IE THE DEMOGRAPHIC OF YOUR CLIENTS. MAYBE IT NEEDS TO BE IN TWO PARTS, IE ONE FOR STUDENTS AND ONE FOR OTHERS… AND MAKE THE STUDENT ONE REALLY FUNKY, WITH VIDEO ETC ETC, AND THE ONE FOR OTHERS COULD STAY AS IS… THAT WAY YOU WOULD HAVE A DIFFERENCE
MARKETING PLAN FOR EACH AND HANDLE ACCORDINGLY.
5. Where do you see my opportunities for growth with Radiance?
NOT REALLY SURE AS ITS NOT MY FIELD… BUT I WOULD BE ALIGNING RADIANCE WITH ESTABLISHED BEAUTY SERVICE PROVIDERS, WORKING OUT MUTUALLY SATISFACTORY RELATIONSHIPS.
WRITE YOUR OWN BOOK, A HANDBOOK FOR STUDENTS PERHAPS…DO YOU OWN “SECRETS OF…” BOOK BUT WITH STUDENTS AND THEIR BEAUTY EXPERIENCES/TIPS….TYING IN A ‘FREE ASSESSMENT’ WITH A PURCHASE OF THE BOOK, THEN SELL PRODUCT, MORE WORKSHOPS.
RUN COMPETITIONS FOR SCHOOLS.
6. Your best marketing/sales strategy ever?
READ THE TOM PETERS BOOKS MENTIONED ABOVE.
I think that is enough for now.
Really keen to hear your thoughts and thanking you in advance for your time.
Tina Nikolovski
www.radiancebytina.com
Let us help you shine with confidence
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Do you have similar questions?
Feel free to ask and the Entreprenurial Mother will respond…
Go on, ask!
by theEmother | Sep 7, 2007 | entrepreneurial mothers, inspiring women, PrimeTimers
(Launceston Examiner)
HAWTHORN supporters have a lot to thank Patricia Whitecross for. Were it not for the softly spoken octogenarian, brown-and-gold clad fans at Saturday’s elimination final against Adelaide would be voicing their support of a mighty army of men called … the Mayblooms.
Whitecross is the only surviving child of another Australian footy phenomenon that made a home in Tasmania — Roy Cazaly.
And it was while her father was coaching the club during World War II that she made a contribution which continues to have an impact on supporters and headline-writers alike.
And as most entrepreneurial mothers go about doing their thing… rather quietly and very effectively! Go Patricia!!
http://www.examiner.com.au/story/502833/patricias-place-in-hawthorn-history/
