Women in the Trucking Industry: Is it a Career For You?
The trucking industry has long been synonymous with masculinity, dominated by men who crisscross the country delivering goods. However, in recent years, there has been...
Tag: Ms. Career Girl
Blog articles previously seen on Ms. Career Girl (http://www.mscareergirl.com/)
An Interview with Serge Robichaud, Financial Planning Professional
Have you been thinking about a career in finance? We put a few questions out to Serge Robichaud, a successful financial advisor with a wealth...
Understanding Lemon Law: The Role of Repair Attempts
Understanding the ins and outs of Lemon Law can be complex, particularly when it comes to the importance of repair attempts. For consumers caught up...
Date Ideas That Won’t Break the Bank
Dating is an exciting journey filled with opportunities to build connections, create memories and have some fun. However, dating doesn’t have to cost a small...
Tips for Your First Road Trip to Las Vegas
Las Vegas is one of the most iconic destinations in the United States, drawing millions of visitors each year with its vibrant nightlife, world-class entertainment,...
Easy Workouts for Beginners
Getting started on a fitness journey can be both exciting and intimidating, especially for busy professional women. Balancing work, personal life, and self-care can be...
Women’s Health Issues That Affect Career Performance
Women’s health issues are often silent struggles, affecting not only their daily lives but also their career performance. Conditions like endometriosis and breast cancer can...
The Cost of Sleep Deprivation in the Workplace
Sleep deprivation is a pervasive issue in today’s workplace, with far-reaching consequences for both employees and employers. Beyond the obvious effects on individual health and...
6 Safety Tips For Your Home Office
With the rise of remote work, having a home office has become more common. As more people embrace the flexibility and convenience of working from...
12 Tips For Planning a Wedding Without Breaking the Bank
Planning a wedding can be one of the most exciting times in your life, but it can also be one of the most expensive. With...
Must-Have Trends for Summer Fashion
As the temperature rises and the days grow longer, fashion-forward individuals are scouring for the latest trends to update their summer wardrobes. From breezy fabrics...
Tips for Improving Fitness and Nutrition for Women
Approaches to fitness and nutrition are far from a one-size-fits-all affair, especially when it comes to women. Understanding the unique physiological needs and conditions that...
Strategies for Thriving in Remote Work
If your goal is to have a better work-life balance, remote work can provide that. It offers greater flexibility and autonomy, empowering you to manage...
Mastering Remote Work: Digital Essentials for Staying Productive
Remote work has become a standard for many professionals, bringing both opportunities and challenges. Success in a remote setting hinges on the right tools and...
Your Daily Commute Doesn’t Need to be Anxiety-Inducing! Here are Some Proven Hacks To Own Your Morning
The daily grind of commuting is a familiar reality for many of us women. Whether you travel by car, public transport, or bike, safety and...
The Precious Value of Time: How We Choose to Spend Our Lives
Life is happening. Right now. And it is not a forever thing. You have a limited amount of time as a living, breathing human being....
12 Reasons to Start Enjoying Life Now and Ditch the ‘Someday’
Are you among the vast majority of humans who find yourself frequently saying ‘someday’? You have a mental or perhaps even a written list of...
How to AI-Proof Your Career
It’s no secret that we now live in an era of technological advancement, but over the past few years, there has been a major shift...
Empowerment through Education: The Importance of Continued Learning
All employees deserve to feel empowered and supported during their careers. However, many professional women find that they face persistent gender bias when searching for...
From Cloud-Faxing Solutions To Financial Apps: Business Tech Every Company Needs
In today’s fast-paced business environment, staying updated with the latest technology is crucial for operational efficiency and competitive advantage. From enhancing communication to streamlining financial...
From Classroom to Boardroom: Why Business Skills Matter More Than Your Major
Redefining success in today’s career landscape means looking beyond the conventional path of higher education to uncover what truly drives you. With the rapid pace...
The Dark Side of Service Aggregators: Reviews of Thumbtack, Angie’s List, and More
In an era where online platforms promise convenience and quality service at the click of a button, the reality often falls short of expectations. Thumbtack,...
Shattering Glass Ceilings: How Female Leaders Are Reshaping Business Norms
As the business landscape evolves, a significant shift is seen in the rise of women-led innovations. Today, more than ever, female leaders are not just...
The Loneliness Paradox: Disconnection in a Connected World
In our society, most of us view ourselves as modern beings, with our primal instincts tucked away and under control. We live in our houses...
Paying it Forward: Going from Poverty to Corporate Success to Giving Back
I led global teams that delivered over $1B in revenues annually and quit at the peak of my career. Here’s what I learned. As a young girl growing...
Scientist Cracks the Code – and Egg – Behind the Easter Bunny’s Egg-laying Abilities
In a remarkable scientific breakthrough that has left the academic world scrambling for answers, Dr. Rebecca Hoppington, a distinguished expert in lagomorphic reproductive physiology, claims...
The Seven Types of Mentors You Need in Your Career
What do Oprah Winfrey, Olivia Rodrigo, and Laverne Cox have in common? Beyond their grit, talent, leveraging their reach to promote civic advocacy, and enviable...
Navigating the Path: Hope, Faith, and Risk in Achieving Goals
The pursuit of goals in career, life, and relationships is often guided by a delicate interplay of hope, faith, and risk. These three elements, while...
You Have Six Months to Live. It’s About Time
As the Spring Equinox dawns upon us, signaling the beginning of longer days and daylight stretching well into the evening, it prompts a contemplation of...
Why Embracing Saying “No” in Your Career (and Life) is a Good Choice
In a world where “yes” often seems like the fastest way to climb the career ladder and finally land your dream role, there’s an undervalued...
Why We Don’t Need to Become More Resilient
Being seen as resilient has always been a badge of honor, but we’re finally starting to question whether we want to wear it. Resilience comes...
Making Better Business Decisions – The Entrepreneur’s Guide
Starting and running a successful business boils down to several factors. Your business idea will, naturally, play a significant role in determining whether your company...
5 Ways To Control Your Bachelorette Party Budget
Bachelorette trips aren’t just quaint parties anymore. They’re full-blown, social media-ready experiences that tend to break the bank for some attendees. (Think international trips and VIP access at world-renowned hotspots.) Currently, the median cost of attending a bachelorette...
On Commitment, Pets, and Abandoned Relationships
In the realm of companionship, the dichotomy between the unwavering commitment people show towards their pets and the ease with which they may abandon human...
Office Ergonomics: Preventing Work-Related Injuries Among Professional Women
While there are more women in the workforce than ever, it’s still largely a place designed with men in mind. According to the President of...
How to Fight Imposter Syndrome this International Women’s Day
What is imposter syndrome? Here’s a Q&A with entrepreneur and Confidence Queen Kim Gravel with some insightful answers. What is imposter syndrome? Imposter syndrome is probably best...
Corporate Greed: The Illusion of Inflation
In recent years, the economic landscape has witnessed a concerning trend: the ever-growing chasm between corporate profits and the well-being of everyday workers. This blog...
Leap Year and Daylight Savings Time: Odd and Crazy Things That Humans Do
Welcome, fellow Earthlings, to a whimsical exploration of the odd and downright absurd things that humans, in their infinite wisdom, have managed to weave into...
7 Habits That Kill Productivity and How to Fix Them
In the pursuit of a productive and efficient workday, we often find ourselves battling against habits that stealthily sabotage our efforts. From the incessant lure...
Navigating Monday: How to Get Through the Most Hated Day of the Week
Monday – the universally dreaded day that somehow manages to extinguish the weekend euphoria faster than a pinprick deflates a balloon. But fear not, intrepid...
State of the Union: Assessing Your Relationships
In our annual quest for self-improvement, we often engage in personal reflections akin to New Year’s Resolutions. Yet, what if we adopted a perspective inspired...
Mindfulness in Work and Life
Balancing your work responsibilities and personal life can be a struggle if you’re a working mom. At home, you’re expected to provide unending care and...
Where to Turn When You’re Laid Off — Should it Be TikTok?
If you are among the Generation Z set, you have few inhibitions about openly sharing aspects of your life on social media. Living an authentic...
Networking Beyond the Office: How to Host Events That Advance Your Career
Even if you’re a total star in the workplace, there are always ways you can take your job performance to the next level, even outside...
Hump Day: It’s All Downhill From Here!
Welcome to the midweek milestone that has the power to turn your workweek frown upside down – Hump Day! In this light-hearted journey, we’ll delve...
The Power of Empathy: Bridging Differences in Business and Personal Relationships
Empathy, often referred to as the ability to understand and share the feelings of others, stands as a powerful force in fostering understanding and connection....
Embracing Kindness: Simple Random Acts of Kindness that Make a Big Difference
As we approach Random Acts of Kindness Week from February 13th through 19th, it’s the perfect time to reflect on the impact of kindness in...
6 Simple Rules to Transform Your Relationship with Food and Become Your Healthiest Self
In pursuit of improved health, embracing the idea that lifestyle is medicine can profoundly impact our relationship with ourselves and the food we eat. By...
Love is Blind: Questions to Ask Your Partner Before You Get Engaged
Love is a beautiful and powerful emotion, capable of bringing two people together in ways that seem almost magical. However, when it comes to making...
Navigating the Social Scene at Professional Events
Professional events are essential parts of your working calendar. These could be dedicated to providing women in business with key networking opportunities. Alternatively, they might be brand...