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Nell Merlino's picture

Affirmations

It's that time of year again, when we all vow to stop working so much and start exercising and be kinder to ourselves. And for a few weeks we might actually succeed. But then we all know what happens: we loosen the reins a bit and we start to revisit our not-so-good habits. Soon, our resolve has gon...Read More

Cori Viles's picture

'Tis the Season of Thanks

Let’s face it: The work world can be pretty stressful, and a small token of appreciation -- a kind word, an unexpected nicety, a simple “Thank you!” – goes an awfully long way. As my Nana Nell used to say after handing me something, “And what do we say?”

Cori Viles's picture

Celebrating Women Entrepreneurs Globally and Locally

We are coming off a crazy--in a good way--past couple of months, with all sorts of amazing things happening.

Nell Merlino's picture

Celebrating US!

Millions of dollars course through the New York Stock Exchange each day; it is, arguably, one of the most important institutions in the world. So it was a great honor when Count Me In and a group of fabulous M3 Awardees were invited to ring the Opening Bell of the NYSE on September 2. It was symboli...Read More

DrChristinaS's picture

Thinking of hiring your friend to help your business reach the Million Mark? Go for it! Just read this first!

Originally Posted on September 15, 2011 by ShastaGFC (link: http://www.girlfriendcircles.com/blog/index.php/2011/09/mixing-friendships-and-work/)

Nell Merlino's picture

Ringing the Bell for Women's Economic Independence

Can you hear that? That’s the sound of women entrepreneurs creating jobs, growing their businesses and helping to stimulate the US economy! That glorious sound will be loud and clear on Friday, September 2, right before Labor Day, when Count Me In will have the great honor of ringing the Openi...Read More

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Self Assessment for Effective Communication and Influence Skills

Thanks to everyone who chimed in today on the webinar! How do you rate your communication skills? Honestly answer these with Always, Sometimes, Not Really. Do you build an atmosphere of trust and openness with your employees, vendors, and peers? Do you probe to understand employee’s concerns? Do ...Read More

Nell Merlino's picture

Achieving Your Financial Independene

This is the time of year when I’ve got independence on my brain. Can’t help it; July Fourth and all that. And I was so inspired by the recent stories and pictures of women and young girls celebrating the first days of Sudan independence, and all of the promise that lies ahead for th...Read More

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Saying "I Do" To Business Growth: openforum.com

On Saturday, Jun. 18 I tried on my wedding suit jacket, the jacket I wore 17 years earlier when I married my wonderful husband, Gary. It still fits—a little snugly, perhaps, but it fits. And damn! I look good, if I do say so myself. I forgot how fabulous I looked in the beautifully cut, c...Read More

Cori Viles's picture

'Tis the Season of Thanks

Let’s face it: The work world can be pretty stressful, and a small token of appreciation -- a kind word, an unexpected nicety, a simple “Thank you!” – goes an awfully long way. As my Nana Nell used to say after handing me something, “And what do we say?”

Cori Viles's picture

Celebrating Women Entrepreneurs Globally and Locally

We are coming off a crazy--in a good way--past couple of months, with all sorts of amazing things happening.