This year marks the 10th anniversary of Career Mastered Magazine, which inspires us to reflect on exactly what it took to reach this important milestone. While there are so many factors that came into play, if we could summarize, what did it all boil down to in the end? Resilience. Having a long life in […]
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As we gear up for hot fun in the summertime, we’re anticipating the time to just chill. This may mean vacationing, boating, golfing or just sitting with a cold glass of lemonade on a porch. It is truly about relaxing. Summers offer us a unique window to celebrate life together with family, free from the
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By: Asia Shamir Ferguson For many of us, work life can grow dull. A lack of extravagant or exciting events could cause us to question our life purpose and rethink career choices. While it sounds drastic, it can happen to us all, especially if we are not intentional about creating a work environment that’s inspirational
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By: Kayvonna K Stigall When a crisis occurs, it can seem normal to shut down and throw in the towel until things blow over. Take the pandemic and economic uncertainty for example. It’s an easy excuse to turn away from starting a new business and turn instead to what’s familiar – even if that thing
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By Nicole Hudson Growing a thriving career is a lot like growing a garden. In the beginning, you start with seeds and care for them as they mature into hearty plants. But you can’t stop there. A gardener’s work is never done. To keep a plant looking and producing its best, you have to tend
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By Hadley Roy H In many areas of life, the springtime has often brought about big changes and new initiatives. But adapting to change can be a challenge, especially if that change comes as a surprise. Whether you are experiencing a corporate structure reorganization or shifting policies from vendors, it is likely that this spring
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By: Jasmine Ball With record inflation and the global economy projected to slow for the third year in a row—from 2.6% last year to 2.4% in 2024, according to the World Bank’s latest Global Economic Prospects report, there is no better time than now to equip oneself with the skills necessary to emerge as a
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By: Jasmine Ball Just as when seasons change, after a harvest, leaves fall down and whatever remains grows cold or withers away in order to make room for life’s new round of seeds to be planted, watered and sprout. The same can be likened to what takes place in our inner beings. In time, we
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Did you know? The words “joy” and “rejoice” appear in The Bible over 300 times. That’s more than enough to show that we all strive to live a life of happiness and joy. However, many of us could fall short if we’re not intentional about carving out moments to feel great pleasure. Abraham Lincoln once
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By Glenn E Wright II Tax planning is an indispensable element for C-suite executives who play pivotal roles in steering the directions of their respective companies. Leadership, strategy formulation, and team management demands often relegate tax planning to the background. However, efficient tax planning is crucial, as it helps minimize tax liability and optimize wealth.
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By Marci Bryant, MBA As more and more companies implement return-to-work mandates in Corporate America, many workers are dreading having to return to offices that are filled with things that they don’t miss. Things like office politics, countless greetings, forced fake smiles, uninteresting small talk, microaggressions from teammates and bullying behavior from leaders all threaten
In 1987, Congress declared the entire month of March as National Women’s History Month. Along with this declaration, Congress passed additional propositions. between 1988 and 1994, which stated that a special Presidential Proclamation should be issued yearly, announcing that the month remains dedicated to women. The Career Mastered Women’s History National Class of 2024 Leadership
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In 2017, a three-word phrase Congresswoman Maxine Waters repeatedly used during a contentious House Financial Services Committee debate with Treasury Secretary Steve Mnuchin set off a political and social media frenzy. The phrase “reclaiming my time” quickly became a popular joke among professionals because it accurately describes how so many of us feel when we
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By: Krystin Morgan Winter descends upon us every year, bringing chilly weather, long nights and dark days. It’s easy to let it affect your mental health. According to Mental Health America, about 5% of the United States is affected by winter blues in any given year, and a whopping 80% are women. To beat the
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By Emily Rehterford Winter days grow shorter, and the reduced hours of daylight can make completing daily tasks feel like a race against the sun. For ambitious, career-driven women, maximizing every moment of these limited hours is essential. Discover strategies to not only combat the winter slump, but also elevate your productivity during these cozy,
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By: Haseena Shaheed-Jackson Arnold Schwarzenegger says, “Create a vision of who you want to be, and then live into that picture as if it were already true.” We live in a world filled with endless possibilities. Possibilities that serve as a guiding light and inspire the extraordinary power of self visualization. Envisioning yourself at the
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By Hadley Roy H. Winter is an exciting time! With the weather getting colder, there’s a bounty of fun and unique pastimes to explore. Whether you live in a temperate or four-season climate, there’s bound to be a new activity to discover; and if you are looking for ideas, here are nine to get you
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Becoming a great leader doesn’t happen overnight or the second you get promoted into your management level position. Leading well requires a considerable amount of effort adapting to the constant changes in business. If you want to grow your leadership power, here are tools you can add to your belt in order to do just
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ASSESS YOUR SKIN TYPE It’s that time of year again to assess your skincare regimen and make adjustments based on your skin type and condition. This is a step that really should be taken every season. However, this is especially true now in the colder, winter months. While it’s common to think skin will be
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By: Priya Kumar In the journey of life, we often find ourselves donning various roles and titles. Personally, I wear the hats of an entrepreneur, managing a full-time job, a dedicated single mother, an educator involved in serving nonprofits, and a marathon runner. These roles, though diverse, have taught me profound lessons about balancing life
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By: Robin M Wilson Tiffany Nance is on a mission to help people organize their lives and business operations. Her company Etcetera Assistant was established in 2009 to help save people the valuable time they would spend growing their businesses or with family and friends. How does she do that? “I make sure that my
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What happens when you’ve been working in a position for a while, but believe you deserve a raise? How do you approach this conversation with your manager? Discussing compensation with your employer can be nerve-wracking for anyone. Salary expectations vary based on several factors including education, years of experience, location, and job duties. There is
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By: Asia Shamir Ferguson The holiday season is the perfect time to reset and refocus your style to match the new version of you that’s heading into the new year. As we grow and evolve, our sense of style should also be changing – for the better of course! There are multiple ways we can
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By: Glen E Wright II How many times have we heard someone say, “If you fail to plan, then you plan to fail?” Well there is a lot of truth in that statement because not having a financial plan is the equivalent of throwing darts in the dark or basically leaving your financial future up
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By: Jasmine Ball We’ve all been here: Riding the wave of momentum, excelling to new heights in your career, and then for whatever reason you enter a season of transition and worry and wonder. It’s like all of a sudden life starts life-ing, and maybe you feel as if you’re being called to reset, refocus,
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Did you know? A study in the Journal of Clinical Endocrinology and Metabolism (“The Effects of Temperature and Seasons on Subcutaneous White Adipose Tissue in Humans: Evidence for Thermogenic Gene Induction”) found that cold weather workouts could burn more calories than warm weather workouts. There are some precautions that need to be taken in order
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BY: Paige Cerulli Every workplace has its own social structure. There’s a balance of power among coworkers, also referred to as workplace politics. Learning to navigate work politics is key to your success in your career, and it can help you to move your ideas forward effectively. Recognize Common Workplace Politics Challenges Navigating work politics
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Many people consider executive presence a nebulous skill. It is a superpower you can spot in the blink of an eye, yet grapple for the right words to describe its essence. Some go so far as to say you either have executive presence or you do not. Who’s got it right? The truth is, like
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Winter is the perfect time of year to reflect on and refocus your people management skills. It’s easy to get caught up in your day-to-day tasks and become complacent with your management style throughout the year, especially when you have your own projects to complete. So, if it’s time for a refresh, here are 7
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BY: Jasmine Ball Change Your Perspective If the honeymoon stage has ended and you’ve lost the steam you once had about your workplace, ask yourself why? Have you lost a passion for your career field or are your negative feelings due to the work culture, relationships with management, salary, or the role you’re playing, etc.?
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Success is defined differently by each of us, and rightfully so. Whatever your vision is of success —walk in it, sister! As I reflect on this holiday season, I am more than grateful for the successes I’ve had in just this year alone (not to mention across the course of my lifetime). From the successful
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By: Kayvonna K. Stigall It is no longer shocking to see a woman heading up her own company and doing it well. In recent years, more and more women have chosen to step up and lead as owners and operators of their own franchise. According to Forbes, in 2021, women-owned or co-owned about 265,000
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When you look in the mirror at night after removing makeup and taking off your wig, putting your hair up or slipping on a bonnet – what do you think about her? Are you best friends with her? Do you judge her imperfections or celebrate her uniqueness? Do you compare her to others or applaud
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By: Lee McCalla Being an entrepreneur isn’t easy. However, it’s become increasingly popular in recent years. Still reeling from the effects of the pandemic, many people have turned to entrepreneurship to supplement their income with side hustles, by tapping into the gig economy or by creating fullfledged businesses to make ends meet. The economic
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Deciding to start a business can be an exciting and frightening moment. Exciting because you are committing to create something new from the ground up. Frightening because this may be your first time and you are confronted with a mountain of doubt and uncertainty. Let’s face it. Media is plagued with just as many stories
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By: Stephanie Hancock Imagine having won 23 Grand Slams, seven Wimbledons, seven Australian Open titles, six US Opens, and three French Crowns all by the age of 40. Then right as you were at the top of your game, you walked away. This is exactly what tennis champion Serena Williams did in 2022. Her
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By: Jasmine Ball According to the Women’s Business Enterprise National Council, women-owned businesses in the US generate $1.8 trillion a year. That’s a lot of market value! Career Mastered Magazine’s 2023 Top Entrepreneurial Women to Watch features inspirational women who are making significant contributions in the marketplace. Each year, we will recognize the top performers
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Entrepreneurs are often admired as risk-takers and innovators. They start businesses to solve problems, live out their values and work autonomously. Entrepreneurs challenge the status quo. They disrupt existing patterns and unleash new ideas that generate unprecedented success. Entrepreneurs are bold. Bullish, perhaps. They have mastered a mindset that continuously motivates them to pursue heart
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By: Robin M Wilson If there was ever a time in history where women are on the rise, the time is now. Still, there is a need for access to adequate professional resources and mentorship for women business leaders. In July, Career Mastered Women’s Leadership Network launched Affinity Groups to further foster collaboration, networking, and
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By: Priya Kumar We are living in a time and age where climbing the ladder and company loyalty is becoming less of a thing. Most people are looking to make big bucks right out of college with no real work experience. Then, throw in the challenge of supervising and training work-at-home employees. Hiring the wrong
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