“A practiced thought becomes a a belief, and before we know it, a belief is dictating our choices.” As a Cornell trained psychologist, Dr. Nicole LePera was taught to think for herself. She began to research and this led her to discovering a deep mind-body connection in regard to psychology. She writes on gut health, ancestral nutrition, self awareness, self-accountability,…
BY LAUREN PUCKETT-POP A vocal critic of the COVID-19 pandemic’s disproportionate impact on women and marginalized communities, philanthropist and businesswoman Melinda French Gates is making renewed efforts to combat global inequity—but, this time, with a new strategy: books. In partnership with Flatiron Books, part of the larger Macmillan Publishers company, French Gates is launching Moment of Lift Books, an imprint dedicated exclusively to nonfiction about social issues…
By Garima Bora Sustainability has gained a lot more importance and attention than it did some decades ago. With the effects of climate change becoming more obvious, being sustainable has started to become more of a norm than just a lifestyle. However, it is easy to forget that our lifestyle has such practices. Mothers are often said to be the…
By Kara Cutruzzula You can’t put a price tag on your ability to focus. If someone offered me a thousand bucks, but in exchange, they had an on/off switch that controlled my focus—and therefore my ability to get anything done—I’d have to say “thanks, but nah.” Focusing is that important. It’s what sees you through doing your mindless chores, tackling a big project,…
By Madeline Hislop Forbes has released its 2021 list of the world’s most powerful women, highlighting a mix of politicians, philanthropists, corporate leaders, and entrepreneurs who have made an impact on an international level. Philanthropist MacKenzie Scott has topped Forbes’ list this year, and is followed by US Vice President Kamala Harris, head of the European Central Bank Christine Lagarde, GM’s CEO Mary…
By Alyssa Julian start If there’s one thing to know about me, it’s that I love to start a hobby. At my childhood home we had multiple “crafting” closets, and luckily for me in my current apartment, the storage situation allows for the same. Ceramics? I’ve done it. Embroidery? I’ve dabbled. Film? I’ve snapped to it. Surfing, sailing, snowboarding: Check,…
By Katharina Bart Female founders, fundraisers, and financial backers are rare in Swiss fintech. Ex-banker Carolina Newton introduces eight of the women breaking the glass ceiling. The Swiss fintech and traditional financial services industries are improving on hiring more women to increase the level of diversity. Although change is slowly happening in the area, the number of women in leading…
Build A Successful Business With These 6 Entrepreneur Tips By Samantha Zabel Ready to build that company you’ve been planning in your head? Six successful entrepreneurs offered their secrets to success at the Forbes 30 Under 30 Summit. Remember their words as you pursue your passion and begin to build your dream. 1. “You’re only as good as the people you work with.”…
Elizabeth Endres Finds Healing in Sharing Acne Struggles By Bella Cacciatore When Elizabeth Endres and her cofounder, Dale Borchiver, started their fitness blog Sweats & The City in 2016, no one could have predicted that the pair would now be on camera daily sharing fitness, beauty, and lifestyle tips with an audience of 109,000 followers. Although turning her passion into a career is…
Telli Swift Exemplifies the Impact Of Entrepreneurialism By Benjamin Lacker Born in the Philippines and raised in Japan, Telli Swift began her career as an ER nurse in Los Angeles, California. She later put her career on hold to raise a family with heavyweight champion boxer Deontay Wilder. Together, they recently launched the acclaimed UNISEX fragrance, D’Telli, a rich, luxurious, and unisex…
