Living the Dream: Amy Sacks
Name: Amy Sacks
Age: 24
Location: Portland, Ore.
Education: B.A. in French from the University of Iowa in Iowa City
Weekend Getaway: Loreto
If you’re over Cancun and Los Cabos and want to add a little adventure to your next Mexican vacation, you might head to the historic town of Loreto on the Baja California Peninsula. Located in the central part of the peninsula beside the Sea of Cortez, this longtime sport-fishing destination offers spectacular snorkeling, diving, and kayaking in the Loreto Bay National Marine Park, plus a colonial plaza to stroll and two Jesuit missions to visit…
Living the Dream: Sarah Levy
Name: Sarah Levy
Age: 27
Location: Chicago, Ill.
Education: B.A. in Sociology from Northwestern University, Certificate in L’Art de la Pâtisserie from the French Pastry School, both in Chicago, Ill.
Job Title: President, Sarah’s Pastries & Candies Inc.
What She Does: Sarah’s chocolate creations are available in Whole Foods across the Midwest and in her two stores in Chicago, among other places…
Living the Dream: Morgan First
Name: Morgan First
Age: 24
Location: Boston, MA
Education: B.A. in Marketing Communications from Emerson College in Boston; minors in entrepreneurship, photography, and publishing
Living the Dream: Jesse Kamm
Name: Jesse Kamm
Age: 32
Location: Los Angeles, Calif.
Education: Bachelors of Science in Therapeutic Recreation (Psychology) from Illinois State University in Normal, Ill.
Living the Dream: Lindsay Hyde
Name: Lindsay Hyde
Age: 26
Location: Boston, MA
Education: B.A. in Sociology and Women’s Studies, Harvard University
Job Title: Founder and Director for Strong Women, Strong Girls, Inc.
Weekend Getaway: Orleans, Massachusetts
Nestled in the crook of Cape Cod, the town of Orleans, Massachusetts, is the perfect place for a relaxing weekend. It’s a short drive to many of the Cape’s other seaside towns, so after a quiet afternoon on Nauset Beach,you can go to Hyannis to wander the shops and restaurants on Main Street. Whatever you do, be sure to catch at least one sunset from Orleans’ Rock Harbor (and bring bug spray, too).
Living the Dream: Filippa Svensson
Name: Filippa Svensson
Age: 25
Location: New York City
Education: Bachelor of Science in Communication at University of Miami in Miami
Living the Dream: Stephanie Spees
Name: Stephanie Spees
Age: 26
Location: Sacramento, Calif.
Education: B.A. in Public Relations, Sacramento State in Sacramento, Calif.
Living the Dream: Emma March
Name: Emma March
Age: 27
Location: Arlington, Mass.
Education: B.S. in Communication from Lesley College
Living the Dream: Lindsay Landman
Name: Lindsay Landman
Age: 31
Location: New York City
Education: Bachelor of Arts in English from the University of Pennsylvania in Philadelphia
Living the Dream: Darley Newman
Name: Darley Newman
Age: 29
Location: New York City
Education: Bachelor of Arts in Communications from George Washington University in Washington, D.C.
Living the Dream: Jamie Irene
Name: Jamie Irene
Age: 34
Location: Seattle
Education: B.A. in Elementary Education and Language Arts degree, Seattle Pacific University
Job Title: Designer and owner, Jamie Irene Design Studios
What She Does: Jamie designs and makes cozy hats, stylish bags, and children’s accessories—including her line of animal pillows—which she then sells in boutiques and at trunk shows…
Weekend Getaway: Williamsburg, Va.
About 150 miles south of the nation’s capital sits the original colonial capital: Williamsburg, Virginia. Part of the Historic Triangle comprising Williamsburg, Jamestown, and Yorktown, this area is perhaps best known for its costumed characters, but it also offers all the fixin’s for a memorable weekend away. From historic luxury to wicked wineries, Williamsburg’s got it all.
Living the Dream: Beth Chi
Name: Beth Chi
Age: 34
Location: Chicago, Ill.
Education: Bachelor of Science in Dietetics at Michigan State University in East Lansing, Mich.
Job Title: Professional Organizer
What She Does: Beth, who works for herself, provides personal assistance, planning, and products to help people organize their homes and offices. Specifically, she’s involved with setting objectives for a space, cleaning out clutter, and identifying whether items should be saved or thrown away…
Weekend Getaway: Point Reyes, California
Just an hour north of San Francisco, Point Reyes is a low-key weekend haven for outdoor enthusiasts and foodies. The city of Point Reyes is tiny but beautiful and filled with lots of local personality and charm. And the fact that it is surrounded by winding roads, rolling green hills, secluded bays and beaches, and some of the best food California has to offer doesn’t hurt either.
Living the Dream: Rebecca Thorman
Name: Rebecca Thorman
Age: 24
Location: Madison, Wisconsin
Education: B.S. in Interior Design and Environmental Studies from University of Wisconsin–Madison
Living the Dream: Nicolle Camarata
Name: Nicolle Camarata
Age: 33
Location: Portland, Oregon
Education: Bachelor’s of Science from Portland State University
Job Title: TV, radio, and Web personality
Living the Dream: Angela-Marie Lampton
Name: Angela Lampton
Age: 26
Location: Austin, TX
Education: B.B.A. in Business Administration, Music Business from Belmont University in Nashville, TN
Living the Dream:Rachel Austin
Name: Rachel Austin
Age: 28
Location: Portland, Ore.
Education: B.A. in Management and Finance, George Fox University in Newberg, Ore.
Living the Dream: Lesley Scorgie
Name: Lesley Scorgie
Age: 25
Location: Calgary, Alberta, Canada
Education: Bachelor of Commerce degree (marketing and finance specialization), University of Alberta
Job Title: Investor, author, speaker, director of marketing and resource development for the YWCA in Banff, Alberta. Check her out at richbythirty…
Living the Dream: Cheryl Wakerhauser
Name: Cheryl Wakerhauser
Age: 32
Location: Portland, Oregon
Education: University of Minnesota, B.S. in Food Science and Business Management
Job Title: Owner and pastry chef at Pix Patisserie,
What She Does: Cheryl owns, manages, and creates elegant and artistic pastries and chocolates for two Pix Patisserie locations. And we aren’t talking simple éclairs and croissants served in a chintzy, wannabe-French setting…
Living the Dream: Ferrian Shapiro
Name: Ferrian Shapiro
Age: 28
Location: New York, N.Y.
Job Title: Wine Director, Otto Pizzeria (one of celebrity chef Mario Batali’s New York City restaurants)
Education: Associate of Applied Sciences in Photography from the Fashion Institute of Technology in New York; First Level Certificate from the American Sommelier Association.
Quirky Weekend Getaways
After a long week, it’s tempting to lounge around at home all weekend. But these offbeat adventures are worth getting off the couch for.
Living the Dream: Jen Groover
Name: Jen Groover
Age: 34
Location: Philadelphia
Education: Bachelor of Science in Education & Psychology at Kutztown University in Jackson, Pa.
Living the Dream: Leah Nash
Name: Leah Nash
Age: 32
Location: Portland, Ore.
Education: Bachelor of Arts in Psychology from Vassar College in Poughkeepsie, N.Y.; M.A. in Photojournalism from University of Missouri, Columbia.
Job Title: Freelance Photographer. See samples of her work at LeahNash…
On the Road: Providence
We know there are a million travel guidebooks out there, but we’ve created a handful of destination miniguides designed specifically for working girls on the go. So whether it’s a quick stopover for a meeting or a weeklong conference, here’s everything you need to know about…
Living the Dream: Tiffany Thomas
Name: Tiffany Thomas
Age: 33
Location: New Delhi, India
Education: Architecture degree from University of Colorado, Boulder
On the Road: Sacramento
We know there are a million travel guidebooks out there, but we’ve created a handful of destination miniguides designed specifically for working girls on the go. So whether it’s a quick stopover meeting or a weeklong conference, here’s everything you need to know about…
Sacramento, Calif.
Where to Stay
Expense Account: Hyatt Regency Sacramento. California’s governor, a.k.a. Arnold Schwarzenegger, calls this hotel home when he’s in town…
Living the Dream: Jessie Buechel
Name: Jessie Buechel
Age: 30
Location: Scottsdale, Arizona
Education: Jessie attended Utah State University but left a year shy of graduation. As she likes to say, her education comes from the “school of life.”
Job Title: Cofounder, Your Conscience Clothing, a T-shirt company that helps support environmental awareness…
Living the Dream: Lindsay Kampff
Name: Lindsay Kampff
Age: 28
Location: Eugene, Ore.
Education: Chemistry degree from the University of California, Santa Barbara; Winemaking certificate from the University of California, Davis
Job Title: Winemaker, King Estate Winery
What She Does: Lindsay has been in the winemaking business for seven years in locales as close as California and as far-flung as Australia. Today, she’s settled down at King Estate Winery, where she specializes in making red wine…
On the Road: Hong Kong
We know there are a million travel guidebooks out there, but we’ve created a handful of destination miniguides designed specifically for working girls on the go. So whether it’s a quick stopover for a meeting or a weeklong conference, here’s everything you need to know about…
Hong Kong
Where to Stay
Expense Account: The Peninsula. Money is no object at the world-famous Peninsula, as the on-call fleet of chauffeured Rolls-Royces and the rooftop helipad both clearly demonstrate…
On the Road: Tokyo
We know there are a million travel guidebooks out there, but we’ve created a handful of destination miniguides designed specifically for working girls on the go. So whether it’s a quick stopover meeting or a weeklong conference, here’s everything you need to know about…
Living the Dream: Roshni Ray
Name: Roshni Ray
Age: 25
Location: San Francisco
Education: Bachelor of Science in Chemistry from the University of California, Berkeley
Living the Dream: Felix Rey
Names: Lily Rafii and Sulaika Zarrouk
Ages: 32 and 33
Location: New York City
Education: Lily: Bachelor’s in Foreign Service from Georgetown University in Washington, D.C.; M.B.A. from Columbia University in New York. Sulaika: Fashion Design Certificate from the Fashion Institute of Technology in New York City; B.A. in Individualized Study from New York University
Living the Dream: Julie Dutton
Name: Julie Dutton
Age: 28
Location: Portland, Ore.
Education: Graphic Design degree from Portland State University
Job Title: Owner, Studio Olivine
Living the Dream: Andrea Strong
Name: Andrea Strong
Age: 38
Location: New York City
Education: B.A. in International Relations from Lehigh University in Bethlehem, PA; Law degree from Brooklyn Law School in Brooklyn, NY
Job Title: Food writer, reviewer, eater
What She Does: Andrea writes food-related articles for top print publications such as Food & Wine, The New York Times, and Condé Nast Traveler. She writes a popular food blog called The Strong Buzz, a weekly diary of restaurant news and reviews…
On the Road: Dubai
We know there are a million travel guidebooks out there, but we’ve created a handful of destination miniguides designed specifically for working girls on the go. So whether it’s a quick stopover meeting or a weeklong conference, here’s everything you need to know about…
Living the Dream: Becca Smith
Name: Becca Smith
Age: 29
Location: Portland, Ore.
Education: B.S. in Organizational Communications, University of Portland
Job Title: Boutique Shop Owner and Managing Member of cheeky b
What She Does: Becca is the behind-the-scenes buyer and often the behind-the-counter gal at cheeky b, a fresh, inspired gift shop filled with everything from fashion-forward handbags to sassy note cards to jewelry from local designers. It’s one-stop gift shopping in Portland’s Pearl District…
Living the Dream: Julie Cottineau
Name: Julie Cottineau
Age: 42
Location: New York
Education: B.A. in Communications, Minor in Creative Writing from the Annenberg School of Communications at the University of Pennsylvania
Job Title: Vice President Brand, Virgin USA
What She Does: Julie oversees branding strategy for new Virgin companies in North America. She recently worked on Virgin Money, a peer-to-peer lending financial-services company that launched in October 2007…
On the Road: San Jose
We know there are a million travel guidebooks out there, but we’ve created a handful of destination miniguides designed specifically for working girls on the go. So whether it’s a quick stopover meeting or a weeklong conference, here’s everything you need to know about…
Living the Dream: Erin Weed
Name: Erin Weed
Age: 30
Location: Denver
Education: Bachelor of Arts, Eastern Illinois University in Charleston, Ill.
Job Title: Founder and Executive Director of Girls Fight Back!
Living the Dream: Ligaya Tichy
Name: Ligaya Tichy
Age: 25
Location: Cambridge, MA
Education: B.A. in Anthropology and Child Development from Tufts University in Boston
Job Title: Boston Community Manager for Yelp.com
Living the Dream: Natalie Brundage
Name: Natalie Brundage
Age: 24
Location: Brooklyn, N.Y.
Job Title: Production Manager/Coordinator for City Lights Media Group
Education: Bachelor in digital video production from James Madison University in Harrisonburg, Va.
What She Does: Natalie works on set for various films and television shows, hiring and overseeing the film crew, managing the equipment, and generally making sure things run like hot butter…
Weekend Getaway: Park City, Utah
Park City was started during the 19th-century silver rush. Back then it wasn’t a swanky mountain resort, but a place best known for its Main Street lined with saloons and brothels. Today it’s much more refined. Park City is a stylish, naturally beautiful destination for all seasons. But it’s most known during the winter months for the snow, the skiing, and this little indie film fest called Sundance.
Where to Stay
Treasure Trove: Treasure Mountain Inn…
Living the Dream: Gitika Ahuja
Name: Gitika Ahuja
Age: 31
Location: New York, N.Y.
Education: B.S. in Broadcast Journalism and a minor in Spanish from Boston University
Job Title: Producer for ABC News, Good Morning America
What She Does: Gitika works behind the scenes at ABC News to produce stories for Good Morning America. She has traveled all over the world, covering issues ranging from the war in Iraq to the legalization of gay marriage…
Living the Dream:Erin Weckerle
Name: Erin Weckerle
Age: 31
Location: Brooklyn, N.Y.
Education: B.F.A. in Painting from the Tyler School of Art in Philadelphia, Pa.; M.F.A. in Painting from Yale University
Occupation: Boutique owner
Living the Dream: Laura Leigh Williams
Name: Laura Leigh Williams
Age: 24
Location: Brooklyn, N.Y.
Education: Degree in Cosmetology from Lively Technical Center in Tallahassee, Fla.
Job Title: Hairstylist
Weekend Getaway: San Diego
Need a little break from the cold? Why not head to sunny San Diego? This SoCal city is located less than 30 miles from Mexico’s border and has more than 70 miles of gorgeous coastline. It’s the perfect place to recharge your batteries as you head into the holiday season.
Living the Dream: Olia Toporovsky
Living the Dream: Olia Toporovsky
Age: 29
Location: Brooklyn, N.Y.
Education: B.S. in Computer Science from Boston University
Job Title: Owner of Olia Designs, a jewelry company she founded in 2003
Living the Dream: Christy Canterbury
Name: Christy Canterbury
Age: 32
Location: New York City
Education: B.B.A. in Finance and a minor in French from Southern Methodist University in Dallas. Professional certifications: Diploma of Wine and Spirits (DWS), Certified Sommelier (Court of Master Sommeliers)
On the Road: Singapore
We know there are a million travel guidebooks out there, but we’ve created a handful of destination miniguides designed specifically for working girls on the go. So whether it’s a quick stopover for a meeting or a weeklong conference, here’s everything you need to know about…
On the Road: London
We know there are a million travel guidebooks out there, but we’ve created a handful of destination miniguides designed specifically for working girls on the go. So whether it’s a quick stopover for a meeting or a weeklong conference, here’s everything you need to know about…London
Living the Dream: Lynn Medoff
Name: Lynn Medoff
Age: 41
Location: Portland, Ore.
Education: B.A. in English from University of Oregon
Job Title: Bridal Dress Designer
What She Does: Lynn designs ready-to-wear wedding dresses that are sophisticated, comfortable, and affordable (as in under $1,500) for her boutique, Lena Medoyeff Bridal. (Medoyeff is her Russian family’s original surname. Lena is the nickname given to her by her grandfather…
Living the Dream: Tina Wells
Name: Tina Wells
Age: 27
Location: Voorhies, N.J.
Education: B.A. in Communications from Hood College in Frederick, Md. Currently enrolled at the University of Pennsylvania’s Wharton School of Business.
Job Title: Founder and CEO of Buzz Marketing Group
Weekend Getaway: Litchfield County, CT
Warm cider stirred with cinnamon sticks…chunky wool sweaters…the crinkle of leaves beneath your feet—there’s nothing like autumn in New England. Litchfield County, Connecticut, is one of the best places to view fall foliage and relax in the beauty of the season. If you’re on the lookout for stunning scenery, hearty meals, and fun fall events, look no further than northwestern Connecticut.
Living the Dream: Melissa Bateson
Name: Melissa Bateson
Age: 26
Location: New York City
Education: B.A. in Industrial Design from Pratt Institute in Brooklyn, N.Y.
Job Title: Garden Designer
What She Does: Melissa runs her own garden design business, Bateson Gardens, catering to vegetation-parched urbanites—including a slew of A-list celebrities. She’s outside almost every day, perusing the city’s best farmers’ markets for perfect seasonal flowers and tending to her clients’ gardens…
On the Road: Albany
We know there are a million travel guidebooks out there, but we’ve created a handful of destination miniguides designed specifically for working girls on the go. So whether it’s a quick stopover for a meeting or a weeklong conference, here’s everything you need to know about…
Living the Dream: Devin Alexander
Name: Devin Alexander
Age: 35
Location: Los Angeles
Education: B.A. in Theatre from Smith College in Northampton, Mass., Professional Chef Certification from Westlake Culinary Institute in Westlake Village, Calif.
Job title: Chef and spokesperson for healthy cooking.
Weekend Getaway: Oregon Wine Country
Venture off the beaten path to the Willamette Valley, Oregon’s renowned grape-growing region, for beautiful countryside, a firsthand look at harvest, and some serious sipping.
Living the Dream: Molly Jasper
Name: Molly Jasper
Age: 29
Location: Seattle
Education: B.A. in Art from Linfield College, degree in Interior Design from the Seattle Art Institute.
Job Title: Senior display coordinator for Anthropologie, the apparel, accessory, and home-decor retailer.
What She Does: In addition to the amazing displays and elaborate art installations she creates at her home store, Molly brainstorms design ideas for the entire apparel and home-furnishings company.
On the Road: Dublin
We know there are a million travel guidebooks out there, but we’ve created a handful of destination mini-guides designed specifically for working girls on the go. So, whether it’s a quick stopover for a meeting, or a weeklong conference, here’s everything you need to know about…
Weekend Getaway: Maryland’s Eastern Shore
Summer may be over, but if you’re still looking to hang on to warm weather, head to Maryland’s Eastern Shore, where mild temperatures linger a bit longer. It seems easier to ease into autumn here, about 75 miles east of Washington, D.C., with the tranquil Chesapeake Bay as a backdrop. You can bike rural back roads, window-shop along the charming main streets of Easton and St. Michaels, then kick back at the end of the day with a dozen (or more) oysters on the half shell…
Find Your Purpose
So you finally have a terrific job at an amazing company making a great living. By society’s standards, you’re a success. So why don’t you feel like one? Probably because you want to do work that energizes you and makes a difference, two qualities that are missing in your current position.
Living the Dream: Rachel McPherson
Name: Rachel McPherson
Age: 28
Location: Boston, Mass.
Education: B.A. in flute performance from Miami University in Oxford, Ohio; M.A. in theology and the arts from the Fuller Theological Seminary in Pasadena, Calif.
Job title: Special-events photographer
What She Does: Weekends find this photo junkie crisscrossing New England in her VW Golf, driving to weddings, parties, and other events…
Living the Dream: Sara Shepard
There’s nothing better than making money doing something you love, and we at WORKS love celebrating women who are doing just that. In that vein, we’re debuting a new feature, “Living the Dream,” profiles of women who’ve landed their dream career. First up is Sara Shepard, a woman who left her day job to pursue her true love: writing. Now she’s got a best selling book series. Every couple of weeks we’ll profile another woman who’s living her dream. We hope their stories are as inspiring to you as they are to WORKS.
Entrepreneurial Spotlight: Girl Powered Real Estate
Amie Chilson has been rocking the real estate market ever since 2004, when she completed a record-setting 21 transactions in her first year with Keller Williams Realty in Campbell, Calif.
Weekend Getaway: Ojai, California
Looking for a magical, small-town experience within easy driving distance from Los Angeles? Then come to Ojai (pronounced Oh-hi). The city’s name derives from a Chumash Indian word that means “the nest,” and that’s exactly what it is—a cozy, nurturing enclave just north of Ventura and east of Santa Barbara.
Weekend Getaway: Rhinebeck, NY
In summer and fall, weekend warriors, artists, winemakers, and organic farmers all converge on Rhinebeck, a village in New York’s Hudson River Valley. Though it’s just 120 miles north of New York City, Rhinebeck’s colonial history, gourmet food, and beautiful countryside make it feel worlds away from the Big Apple.
Taking Your First Vacation Together
We both work really hard at our jobs, so it’s not surprising that last spring my boyfriend and I were in desperate need of a vacation. When he suggested we take a trip together—our first as a couple—I pictured long, leisurely dinners over candlelight. He pictured Vegas.
Green with Envy: The Power of Jealousy
There she was (on Good Morning America). There I was (sitting on my couch). Diane Sawyer, head thrown back, was apparently delighted with her guest – my arch-nemesis – in a way that provoked in me a feeling that can only be described by one, singular word – ENVY.
Weekend Getaway: Narragansett
Need a quick escape from the hustle and bustle of life? Then head to Rhode
Island’s best-kept secret: the seaside town of Narragansett.
Entrepreneurial Spotlight: Spark Craft Studios
If you were one of those little girls who spent hours making friendship bracelets at summer camp or gluing photos into collages for your locker, then you’ll love the idea behind Spark Craft Studios in Cambridge, Mass.
Can You Afford A Career Change?
Admit it. You’ve fantasized about turning in your letter of resignation no less than 100 times—and that’s just this month. You spend each lunch hour staring longingly out the window of your mind-numbingly sterile office at whatever footloose and fancy-free dog walker, landscape designer, or espresso-cart owner happens to be within view. And you often wonder if you’ll ever love your job as much as they seem to.
Weekend Getaway: Montreal
Craving a European getaway but lack the vacation time and funds to jet across the pond? Savor art-house coffee in sidewalk cafés, peruse racks of vintage Gucci and Vuitton, and free your mind at highbrow cultural festivals (and all without hefty travel fees and jet lag) in Montreal, North America’s own little slice of old-world Europe.
On the Road: San Francisco
Whether it’s a quick stopover for a meeting, or a week-long conference, here’s everything you need to know about-SAN FRANCISCO
Weekend Getaway: Palm Springs
In the past, Palm Springs was thought of as a place to retire. So why would anyone who isn’t 80 want to go there? Because now an influx of design lovers has turned this retro modern city into a destination full of funky bars, eclectic boutiques, and luxe hotels. In other words, the perfect weekend getaway. Here, WORKS breaks down the best places to shop, play, eat, and stay.
Where to stay:
VIP Villa: Vacation Rental From Room Service…
Maximize Your Mistakes
Maybe you’ve heard the news? Paris Hilton is out of jail! But though she may be physically free, her image is going to need a serious reworking now that she’s added convict to her resume. Luckily, Paris is a master at selling herself and has already begun the process of reinvention. And who better to tell her plans to than Barbara Walters? (Guess Paris isn’t so dumb after all.) While your biggest blunder probably didn’t involve a prison sentence, repairing your rep may start to feel like one. Whatever you did, know that you can fix it. Here are a few tips to keep in mind.
On the Road: Seattle, Washington
We know there are a million travel guidebooks out there, but we’ve created a handful of destination mini-guides designed specifically for working girls on the go. So, whether it’s a quick stopover for a meeting, or a weeklong conference, here’s everything you need to know about…
Entrepreneurial Spotlight: Souchi
Souchi is the love-child of Suzi Johnson. While in design school in San Francisco, the impossibly hip Suzi took a knitting class. Soon her designs were turning the heads of friends and strangers alike. In 1997, Souchi was born…
Weekend Getaway: Martha’s Vineyard
With the summer sun working in overdrive, it’s time to yield to the call of sandy beaches and cool ocean breezes. Consider an escape to Martha’s Vineyard, seven miles off the coast of Cape Cod. With its clam shacks, weathered shingled cottages, and authentic fishing villages, Martha’s Vineyard has everything you could ask for in a beach-town getaway (from bikes and surf to handmade ice cream). So pack a bikini, a good beach read, and sunscreen, then hit the Vineyard for a dose of New England charm.
The Facts of Freelancing
You spend too much time at the office working with colleagues you don’t like, doing work that is less than inspiring. Admit it: on more than one occasion you’ve fantasized about leaving behind the 9 to 9 grind for the freelance life. But for all of the plusses—a flexible schedule, the chance to be your own boss, never having to wear an uncomfortable suit again—you can think of many minuses. How will you pay your bills? Afford healthcare? Figure out your taxes?
Weekend Getaway: Santa Barbara
You work hard for your money, so why not spend some of it on a mini-vacation? After a weekend away, you’ll return completely restored and ready to tackle the week ahead. And Santa Barbara’s the perfect place for a little relaxation. A playground to the rich and famous (Oprah’s got a manse in Montecito), the city is full of great restaurants and quaint wineries. Not sure where to head to first? Let WORKS be your guide.
Turning Your Passion Into a Paycheck
I was raised to believe in the straight and narrow. In other words, going to college, getting a full-time job with health insurance, and climbing the corporate ladder. Trouble is, after more than two years trapped inside a cubicle, my career in publishing was going nowhere and I was the unhappiest I’d ever been. I knew I needed to make a change, but had no idea what to do…
Get a Life
There’s nothing wrong with a full schedule—so long as your to-do list hasn’t gotten you so stressed that you’ve forgotten how to have a life. Unfortunately, that’s the sad truth for more than a quarter of the American workforce, who say that they’re burned-out from being too busy, according to a recent study done by the Families and Work Institute…
Extreme Vacations
Anybody can lie on a beach and drink rum punch all day. But if you’re itching for an adrenaline rush, consider one of these heartstopping getaways…
On the Road: Portland, OR
We know there are a million travel guidebooks out there, but we’ve created a handful of destination mini-guides designed specifically for working girls on the go. So, whether it’s a quick stopover for a meeting, or a weeklong conference, here’s everything you need to know about…
The Armchair Traveler
No time for a real vacation? These books will take you to exotic and faraway places—passport and suitcase not required…
When to Walk Away
It’s scary, but change can be good, and it’s especially important when it comes to your professional life. Hanging on to a dead-end job is a miserable experience, no matter what your reasons are, but there is a way to escape and move on to find a winning career…
On The Road: Boston
We know there are a million travel guidebooks out there, but we’ve created a handful of destination mini-guides designed specifically for working girls-on-the-go…
On the Road: Philly
We know there are a million travel guidebooks out there, but we’ve created a handful of destination mini-guides designed specifically for working girls-on-the-go…
Sacrifice vs. Deprivation
Sacrifice: destruction or surrender of something for the sake of something else
Deprivation: to take something away from or to withhold something from
I’ve watched my friend Valerie go through a totally tumultuous break-up over the last couple of months and in listening to her, I’ve come to more clearly understand the difference between deprivation and sacrifice.
So to make a way too long story short, Valerie had decided it was time…
On the Road: Los Angeles
We know there are a million travel guidebooks out there, but we’ve created a handful of destination mini-guides designed specifically for working girls-on-the-go…
On the Road: New York City
We know there are a million travel guidebooks out there, but we’ve created a handful of destination mini-guides designed specifically for working girls-on-the-go. So, whether it’s a quick stopover for a meeting, or a week-long conference, here’s everything you need to know about-NEW YORK CITY
Leap of Faith: Power Intuition
Several years ago when Isabel Gonzalez, 35, was an entry-level producer at the Cartoon Network, a plum opportunity landed in her lap. She was offered a job at CNN, working for a woman who had shaped the careers of rising stars, including Katie Couric.
Winter Getaways: Ski Season!
If you can’t beat the snow, jump right in! Celebrate winter with a snow-happy getaway!
Facing Your Fears
You know the dream – the one where you are being chased and you simply can’t run fast enough. Have you ever actually turned around to look at what’s chasing you?
Entrepreneur Spotlight: C&C California
It all started with the quest for the perfect T-shirt. Something soft, worn-in, sexy and comfortable – and it wasn’t on the market. Cheyann Benedict and Claire Stansfield, built a multi-million dollar design company and see their shirts popsicle-bright, made-for-layering t-shirts everywhere.
Travel: Favorite Yoga & Beach Adventures
We know what it’s like. Lunch hours spent searching for the ideal winter getaway, meeting zone outs about your overdue rejuvenation. Here are our six favorite getaways around the world.
Flying High: Get Upgraded at the Airport
The unfortunate reality of business travel today involves cramped economy seats, rental cars, and second-tier hotels. Here are our treasured tips for bagging an upgrade on your ticket class at the airport.
Turn on the charm and ask nicely. If the agent at the ticket counter seems open and friendly, turn on your award-winning smile and ask politely if there is any chance for an upgrade today. While the chance of this working may be slim, it has worked for us in the past…
Knowing When to Push On
“JUST WHEN THE CATERPILLAR THOUGHT THE WORLD WAS OVER,
IT BECAME A BUTTERFLY.” – Anonymous
I remember the first time I read this quote. It was on the cover of one of those “quotable” journals, and in my utter frustration with how long my business was taking to build, I pulled it off the shelf, deciding it was the omen, jump-start, inspiration-call it what you want-I needed to help me push through…
Top Ten Lunchtime Spa Treats
Having a rough day? Getting ready for a fabulous weekend getaway? Need a special pick-me-up? Regardless of the reason, some days, we all need a quickie, a spa quickie, that is. Here is our black book list of spa treats we can fit into the lunch hour.
On the Road: Vancouver, B.C.
We know there are a million travel guidebooks out there, but we’ve created a handful of destination mini-guides designed specifically for working girls-on-the-go. So, whether it’s a quick stopover for a meeting, or a week-long conference, here’s everything you need to know about-