Paula Begoun the Cosmetics Cop, long known in the beauty industry for her outspoken reviews and now CEO and Founder of Paula’s Choice Skincare, seems like the obvious choice. Begoun started her career in the beauty industry in the early 1980’s as a makeup artist in Seattle, Washington. It was here the young makeup artist introduced herself as a cosmetic vigilante– appearing on…
GC4W Co-Sponsor the International Day for Education Event on Friday, November 30th at the UN Trusteeship Council. On Friday, 30 November 2018, from 3:00-6:00 pm, the Global Connections for Women Foundation and SV-NED Inc. is proud to Co-Sponsor the International Day of Education event at the United Nations Trusteeship Council in partnership with the Permanent Missions of Nigeria, other United…
When it comes to Instagram, there’s no “one size fits all” or “magic bullet” that results in success. Maintaining an authentic, interactive, and entertaining presence that showcases content that your target demographic will love, and be willing to share, is basically the path you want to take. It sounds easy, but some brands do this better than others. So, below…
Here, experts share self-care pointers for everything from snoozing more to spending time with the right people. Whether they suit you on the daily or you commit to them once a month, make it a priority to add them to your routine, to help yourself feel better, whenever. 1. Drink some water first thing in the a.m. “Drink a glass of water as soon…
For many freshmen entering college, the fear of making friends and creating lasting relationships is at the forefront of our minds. However, by the time senior year rolls around, we’ve made our mark on campus and have connected with people from classes to clubs to parties. Unfortunately, as we leave the halls of academia and head into the real world, maintaining…
Snakes? Fine. Flying? No problem. Public speaking? Yikes! Just thinking about public speaking—routinely described as one of the greatest (and most common) fears—can make your palms sweat. But there are many ways to tackle this anxiety and learn to deliver a memorable speech. 1. Nervousness Is Normal. Practice and Prepare! All people feel some physiological reactions like pounding hearts and trembling hands. Do…
Lung cancer is often dismissed as a ‘smoker’s disease’ as 87 percent of all lung cancers in the U.S. are smoking-related. Exposure to secondhand smoke also increase the risk of lung cancer. According to a General Surgeon Report, nonsmokers exposed to secondhand smoke increase their risk of developing lung cancer by 30 percent. Although it’s the second most common cancer for…
Suburban Detroit may not be the epicenter of interior design, but that’s exactly where Nicole Gibbons, the CEO and founder of Clare, a direct-to-consumer paint line, got her start. When she was growing up, Gibbons’ mother was a decorator and although Gibbons’ first job out of college was Director of Public Relations for a mass market retailer, she launched a…
Debating whether to study abroad? Go! Even the most adventurous students can feel nervous about studying abroad. Maybe you finally found the best secret study spot on campus and you’ve got a great group of friends — who wants to leave all that behind? Here’s a tip: it will be there when you get back. Take a deep breath, let…
Most of us share concerns about our money and our financial futures. It’s normal, and even healthy sometimes, to be on alert when it comes to your finances. But as with any fear, your financial terrors shouldn’t rule your life. Here are some tips to deal with some of the most common worries. Medical crisis Many fear that illness or…
