Cinnamon Bowser’s light bulb moment in 2003 resulted in the creation of Nail Taxi, a mobile manicure/pedicure business. Though the idea came to her in a flash, prior to launching her business and while still working full time in public relations, Cinnamon took two years to learn as much as she could about the nail industry…
Inspiration to Follow Your Blueprint
Female Entrepreneurs On the Rise
Did you know that the number of women-owned businesses in the US —now 29% of all businesses — is increasing faster than the national average for businesses overall? Check out this report which lists the regions where this growth is occurring the most. If you’re a woman about to start a new business, take strength…
Use Your Passion to Fill a Need
Here’s a great example of turning a lifelong passion into a successful business. Notice how the founder, Rita Goldberg, not only identified a need (kids learning to swim) but also enhanced the way in which the need is filled by adding to the skills delivered (learning to swim + safety skills). It’s a creative approach…
Best Job Sites 2012
Here’s a handy list of job search engines and other job sites that may be helpful in your quest. “Best Job Sites 2012.”
Hunting for a New Job in Your 60’s
Most of us don’t picture having to job hunt “all over again” in our 60’s, yet it’s a possibility in today’s world. Having the right mindset and strategy is key. Read on for some helpful tips. “Laid Off at 60: What to Do Next.”
A Soul-Saving Move
Karina Gentinetta says her career reinvention was a soul-saving move. After Hurricane Katrina destroyed her home in 2005, she continued to work as an attorney and began restoring antiques as a therapeutic hobby. Four years later in 2009, Karina gave up her law-firm partnership and turned that hobby into a business. Having lost everything in…