There’s a quiet shift that happens this time of year. You don’t always notice it right away, but you feel it. Energy changes, schedules loosen, attention starts to divide, and many business owners interpret that as a loss of momentum. So they try to fix it the only way they know how: they do more—more … Read more
There’s a stage in business that doesn’t get talked about enough—the stage where doing more stops working. At the beginning, more feels like growth. You add offers, expand services, try new platforms, and say yes to opportunities because you’re building something. And for a while, that works… until it doesn’t. Until your message starts to … Read more
This year, my word is Messy. Not balance or momentum. Not strategic, color-coded-plans! Messy. And between you and me, choosing that word feels slightly rebellious. As women business owners, we’re often praised for being prepared, thoughtful, strategic, and responsible. We build the spreadsheet, read the books, and attend the webinars. We triple-check the email before … Read more
The difference between “I want this” and “I’m building this” February is where the truth shows up. January is full of energy. New planners. New goals. Fresh motivation. A clean slate. I love that season—there’s something powerful about a woman deciding she’s ready for more. But February is when the calendar stops clapping for you. … Read more
The leadership move that changes everything: stop building alone There’s a moment I’ve watched happen more times than I can count. A woman walks out of an event, a meeting, a networking lunch, or a conference. In this moment she’s smiling, she’s talked to all the people, she’s collected a few names, and she’s checked … Read more
A few months ago, I found myself in a conversation I didn’t expect to be so transformative. I was sitting across from a peer I deeply respect, talking about industry trends and what was (and wasn’t) working in our businesses. Somewhere between coffee sips and strategy talk, she said, “You know, I used to think … Read more
It started with a sticky note. I had just finished a powerful webinar—one of those sessions that leaves you scribbling ideas in the margins of your planner. I was energized, focused… ready. I grabbed a sticky note, wrote down my favorite takeaway, and slapped it on the edge of my desk. That sticky note stayed … Read more
Budgeting for human resources (HR) is a critical aspect of financial planning for small and medium-sized businesses. While there is no one-size-fits-all answer to how much of your business’s budget should be dedicated to HR, there are several factors to consider when setting your HR budget. Examine HR Norms in Your Industry Industry norms play … Read more
From the third grade, I dreamed of a career in law enforcement. Watching crime-solving TV shows, meeting forensic experts, and observing trials fueled my passion. I loved every aspect of my job when I started working in a crime laboratory. A fulfilling career is not just about a paycheck but about living with purpose. When … Read more
This Isn’t the End—It’s the Checkpoint Half of 2025 is behind us…but before you rush to catch up, remember, June isn’t the finish line. It’s the checkpoint. This is your moment to step back from your daily grind and re-center on your long-term vision. At The CEO Woman, we work with women who aren’t afraid … Read more
