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Robin. Advice for Young Women and Working Mothers

I asked Robin what she considered to be the best advice she had ever been given and what advice she would pass along to a young woman.  She said: “I think we have an advantage as women. I always tell young women that because there are so many more men in business than women, we have an advantage.  Any decent male citizen would want women to get ahead just because of diversity and the fact that there are so few willing to stick it out, the ones who do have an advantage.  It’s that whole story about having kids and women are the only ones that can do it, so you have to respect that and give the woman an ...

Generosity and Gratitude!!

I was reminded yesterday of the generosity of friends (and strangers) and what a difference it has made in my life this year and how very much it has meant to me!!   I thought it was the perfect time of year to write this post, in the hope it would remind you to express your gratitude and appreciation to those in your life who have been generous to you in terms of providing their support, encouragement, advice and friendship throughout the year!!   Remember, it's often the simplest expression of gratitude and appreciation that means the most!!   xo,   J