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Life After Maternity Leave: Lauren Smith Brody Envisions a Better Workplace for New Moms

April 08, 2017

Life After Maternity Leave: Lauren Smith Brody Envisions a Better Workplace for New Moms

The author of “The Fifth Trimester” on career, family, and how to mix the two.

The Business of Music: Jean Davidson on Creativity, Commerce, and L.A.’s Thriving Arts Scene

April 01, 2017

The Business of Music: Jean Davidson on Creativity, Commerce, and L.A.’s Thriving Arts Scene

Meet Jean Davidson, president and CEO of the Los Angeles Master Chorale.

Are You Sitting Down? Nidhi Kapur Is Upending the Furniture Industry

April 01, 2017

Are You Sitting Down? Nidhi Kapur Is Upending the Furniture Industry

The founder of Maiden Home talks couches, risk aversion, and following your gut.

Professor Ellen Ensher on Mentorship, Protégés, and Courage Rituals

March 26, 2017

Professor Ellen Ensher on Mentorship, Protégés, and Courage Rituals

Life lessons from the mentorship guru.

Starting a Work Wardrobe: Olympian Maya DiRado Gears Up for Her First Office Job

March 10, 2017

Starting a Work Wardrobe: Olympian Maya DiRado Gears Up for Her First Office Job

Olympic gold medalist Maya DiRado gears up for her first office job.

The ‘Lady Economist’ on Women, Ego, Tattoos, and Power in Washington

March 10, 2017

The ‘Lady Economist’ on Women, Ego, Tattoos, and Power in Washington

Talking politics and tattoos with Kate Bahn, an economist at the Center for American Progress.

A Washington, D.C. Strategist on WOO (Winning Others Over)

March 03, 2017

A Washington, D.C. Strategist on WOO (Winning Others Over)

Get to know KC Sledd, a senior strategy manager based in our nation’s capital.

From Fashion to Tech: Decoded CEO Elizabeth Lukas on Mastering the Career Pivot

February 15, 2017

From Fashion to Tech: Decoded CEO Elizabeth Lukas on Mastering the Career Pivot

How Elizabeth Lukas went from answering phones at an ad agency to running an international tech firm.

California’s Coolest Data Scientist: Rumman Chowdhury

January 13, 2017

California’s Coolest Data Scientist: Rumman Chowdhury

On the beauty of data, dude-centric tech culture, and the weird advantages of short hair.

Elizabeth and Lindsay Burton: “Can I Brag About My Sister for a Minute?”

December 03, 2016

Elizabeth and Lindsay Burton: “Can I Brag About My Sister for a Minute?”

Power siblings on work ruts, motherhood, and learning calculus in elementary school.

Artist Manika Nagare on Discipline and Creativity

November 26, 2016

Artist Manika Nagare on Discipline and Creativity

The painter discusses her latest work.

Psychologist Danielle Sheypuk on Sexuality & Stigma

October 29, 2016

Psychologist Danielle Sheypuk on Sexuality & Stigma

Dr. Sheypuk talks style, stereotypes, and Tinder weirdos.

Citigroup’s Elinor Hoover on Diversity, Goal-setting, and Preparing for Success

October 21, 2016

Citigroup’s Elinor Hoover on Diversity, Goal-setting, and Preparing for Success

How to survive—and thrive—in the financial services industry.

Business Reporter Linette Lopez on Money, Power, and Making It on Wall Street

October 07, 2016

Business Reporter Linette Lopez on Money, Power, and Making It on Wall Street

“The worst thing a journalist can do is be deferential. I’m not afraid of anybody.”

Cindy Gallop on Ambition, Sex, and Doing Exactly What She Pleases

October 01, 2016

Cindy Gallop on Ambition, Sex, and Doing Exactly What She Pleases

The ad industry giant talks about quitting her killer job, finding her “filter,” and becoming a global phenomenon.

Erin Zaikis Is Saving the World With Soap

July 30, 2016

Erin Zaikis Is Saving the World With Soap

Erin Zaikis, the founder of soap-recycling nonprofit Sundara, talks auspicious coconuts, the pains of fundraising, and life as a nomad.

One Pizza at a Time: Nancy Easton Brought Healthy Food to Schools Way Before It Was Cool

July 15, 2016

One Pizza at a Time: Nancy Easton Brought Healthy Food to Schools Way Before It Was Cool

As a teacher, marathoner, mother of three, and founder of Wellness in the Schools—a rapidly-expanding nonprofit that brings nutritional food and fitness programs to public schools nationwide—Nancy Easton tackles impossibility with a firm hug (and a salad bar).

Meet Kathryn Minshew: The Career Matchmaker & CEO of The Muse

July 09, 2016

Meet Kathryn Minshew: The Career Matchmaker & CEO of The Muse

After struggling with her own career path, Kathryn Minshew co-founded The Muse, which provides job counseling and matches users to open positions at great companies.

Werk.Co.: Meet the Ambitious Women and Co-Founders

July 01, 2016

Werk.Co.: Meet the Ambitious Women and Co-Founders

Meet the co-founders of Werk, a new company that matches ambitious women with high-level flex- and part-time jobs.

Talking Tampons and Transparency with the Founders of LOLA

June 19, 2016

Talking Tampons and Transparency with the Founders of LOLA

LOLA has quickly become the cool girl’s tampon of choice. Here’s why.

Author Sloane Crosley on Balancing Two Careers—Then Finally Quitting Her Day Job

June 09, 2016

Author Sloane Crosley on Balancing Two Careers—Then Finally Quitting Her Day Job

Bestselling author Sloane Crosley on conflicts of interest, working from home, and why it took her so long to quit her day job.

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