One Secret to Success as a Working Mom: Stay Open to New Experiences

In the movie Love Jones , the male lead says, "romance is about the possibility of the thing." I agree with that. However, I think that the concept is more universal. life--truly living--is about the possibility of the thing. For a while, I was sleep walking through life, doing what was required without truly embracing it. Recent events have caused me to re-evaluate that and to embrace life and all of its limitless possibilities.   And romance, is about love. Over the past year I have become committed to falling back in love with my life. New relationships have made that love affair possible. And, I don't take them for granted. Creating space for new relationships and making new friends as a single, working mom, and creating space is not easy. But it is necessary. For that reason, I have committed to making new friendships, keeping the old productive ones, and enjoying them all--in the midst of working, parenting, and adulting . I have learned that I have not experien...

Friday Tip: Know Your Worth (Free Financial Advice)

I may have found my prince charming, but I still take responsibility for creating my own wealth and managing my own money. It may be because my dad was a banker. It may be because my mother was adamant that her girls be independent.  It may be because my grandparents all preached that we should be smart with money.  Or it could be, that as a career woman, an economics major and control freak that I need to be in charge! 

Regardless, I take my money very seriously.


Also, as a mother, I view providing for my daughter's financial security as much my duty as providing her with breast milk. It will take a village to raise her and it will take a boatload of cash and love to provide for her.  Still, even with my good intentions, sometimes I get so busy that managing my money takes a backseat to caring for my daughter, working, and ironically spending my money.

For that reason, I was thrilled to find "Daily Worth", a site devoted to helping women achieve financial empowerment. "Daily Worth" is a free daily personal finance email for women. It delivers practical tips, empowering ideas, and the occasional kick in the pants. If you already have a financial plan that works for you, great. If not, check out "Daily Worth" it may provide the motivation that you've been looking for.

Even if your husband provides you and your family with a great life, you may find that you love being able to use your resources to provide your family with an even brighter future. 

Visit this link to sign up for "Daily Worth".  You won't be sorry! http://dailyworth.com/subscribe?utm_source=ESCL%3f=6020-456





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Comments

Melissa said…
Isn't that a great site? I happened to meet Amanda, the founder, several years ago at the Pennsylvania Governor's Conference for Women and she was so dynamic and so incredibly NICE. Love her tips and her advice!