Lorena Martinez: Why Don’t I Feel Like I’m Good Enough?
You applied, interviewed, received the job offer, accepted, and now it is day one of your new job! Congratulations! All of a sudden, you feel uneasy and thoughts of doubt start filling your head, such as or “I am not good enough” and “Am I qualified for this job?” These thoughts are what is called […]
Cidne Christensen: Being Ready for Opportunity
After a long career with my former company, I recently transitioned to a new position in a different industry. While I had experience moving between various roles in my previous workplace, these changes usually occurred during restructuring phases, which often had unique application processes. When presented with an external opportunity, I realized I wasn’t adequately […]
Tips and Tricks for Today’s Job Market: October Business Women’s Forum Highlights Strategies for Career Success
In today’s competitive business landscape, making a lasting impression is essential for career growth. Regardless of where you are in your career, we are all looking for ways to sell ourselves and our unique perspectives in a way that others find valuable. Executive Recruiter Marian Janikula of Intermountain Health understands this idea better than most. […]
Lyndsy Blonquist: Resilience – The Psychological Muscle You Never Knew You Needed
Resilience. The word sounds positive, powerful and strong. For me, as a feeling, the word ‘resilience’ brings to mind visions of a warm summer day and the sensation when you point your face toward the sun and feel that perfect warmth of contentment. That’s what resilience feels like to me. As I face change and […]
Confidence, Courage, Connection: President Deneece Huftalin Visits the Business Women’s Forum
The first thing Salt Lake Community College President Deneece Huftalin did when she came on stage to speak to the Business Women’s Forum was tell everyone to close their eyes. Obediently, the dozens of women attending closed their eyes as Huftalin continued: “Now, when you feel a tap on your head, open your eyes, stand […]
Jennifer Seltzer Stitt: Communities Rise Together
When the plane bounced around during our approach to Kahului Airport late Monday night, we weren’t terribly concerned. Landing in Maui is a well-known windy and wild ride. My family had been talking about, planning, and saving for a trip to Hawaii for years. We were excited, exhausted, and oblivious to the weather. We had […]
The Empowering Impact of Self-Care: A Roadmap to Nurturing Success for Women in Business
Work-life balance is not just a buzzword; it is a fundamental aspect of a woman’s overall health and success. In the fast-paced world of business, women often find themselves navigating multiple responsibilities, striving to strike a delicate balance between professional growth and personal well-being. Finding this harmony between professional and personal lives contributes to reduced […]
Robyn Cohen Talks Elevating Women at All Ages With Business Women’s Forum
The Salt Lake Chamber’s Business Women’s Forum heard from Robyn Cohen, cofounder of Utah’s 40 Women Over 40, at its most recent networking luncheon. Cohen has been working in the women’s advocacy space for over 15 years, and in two different continents, too. In 2008, she served as one of the first Executive Directors for […]
Lorena Martinez: Why Is It So Difficult to Make Time for Ourselves?
Imagine you have an afternoon off, and you can sit down and enjoy a show on Netflix. You sit down and put on a show, sit back, and relax… or so you think. Quickly, questions begin to arise in your head such as, “Should I start on the laundry?” “Are the dishes done?” “What am […]
Leslie Titus Bryant: Why Are You Afraid To Ask Why?
In a conference room filled with your 9-to-5 colleagues, have you ever felt unheard, out of place, unimportant, or uncomfortable asserting yourself? Do you ever feel like support and respect are one-way streets not often headed your way? Have you ever felt unsure of what you actually deserve, then start questioning your ability or value? […]