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Episode 212: Natalia Hailes and Ashley Spivak: Educate Yourself on Your Reproductive Health the Right Way

Episode 211: Luz Rivas: Meet the Woman Helping Latinas Dominate STEM

Episode 210: Cherie Mathews: 1 in 8 Women Will Develop This Disease

Soulaima Gourani: How to Start Your Own Venture After Getting Fired

Ashley Edwards and Alina Liao: Introducing the New Way to Get Mental-health Help

Episode 207: Nadia Boujarwah: How to Feel Fabulous as a Plus-size Woman

Episode 206: Bethany Edwards and Anna Simpson: How to Test for Pregnancy at Home in a Revolutionary Way

Episode 205: Kamala Harris: How to Make Your Mark in the Senate

Episode 204: Tara Houska: Standing Up at Standing Rock

Episode 203: Laura Johnson: How to Make a Cocktail

Episode 202: Manal Kahi: How to Expand Your Palate

Episode 201: Lauren Wesley Wilson: How to Empower People of Color to Be Themselves

Episode 200: Claudia Gold: The Woman Revolutionizing the Street-art Industry

Episode 199: Pam Fletcher: How to Climb the Ranks of the Male-dominated Auto Industry

Episode 198: Sharon Choksi: Why Are Girls’ Clothes So Much Smaller Than Boys’?

Episode 197: Katy Aucoin: How to Buy Your Friends and Family Gifts They Don't Hate

Episode 196: Sheena Paul: How to Go From Small-town Girl to Boss Lady

Episode 195: Meg Gilbert Crofton: The First Female President of Walt Disney Resorts

Episode 194: Dionne Wright Poulton: Biases Can Affect Your Career Success

Episode 193: Karen Okonkwo: Introducing Diversity into Stock Imagery

Episode 192: Melissa Arnot Reid: Conquering Life's Most Challenging Peaks

Episode 191: Erin Bried: How to Empower Young Girls Through Magazines - On The Dot Woman

Have you felt overwhelmed lately? If you’re trying to build a strong launch for your brand, you might feel the need to stay up to date on social media, read blog posts written by colleagues in your industry, reply to emails as fast as possible and so on. How do you determine which sources are reliable? How do you figure out when to take a break from it all when, as an adult, it’s hard to take breaks because you’re always plugged in? It’s a lot to take in as a grown woman, but imagine what it...

Episode 190: Molly Hayward: How to Help Women in Need During That Time of the Month - On The Dot Woman

“Of course, I got my period today,” my bestie said. It was moving day with her two kiddos and there was no way she was going to find a tampon or pad among the boxes. Have you ever experienced something like this? From navigating pool parties in middle school to first-date surprises in your 20s, it can be such a pain to deal with Aunt Flo. Physical pain and discomfort, along with tampon and pad expenses, can amount to a pretty bad monthly experience. Periods are just one testament to how we g...

Episode 189: Ivy Mix and Lynnette Marrero: Introducing the All-girls Boozy Competition - On The Dot Woman

A girlfriend of mine was at some swanky bar where, in lieu of a cocktail menu, bartenders would ask you what you like and then concoct the perfect beverage. My girlfriend described her drink preferences, adding, “I don’t like vermouth.” “Oh,” the bartender replied. “I bet you do, but you haven’t had it in the right drink.” She reiterated her aversion but the bartender slipped the fortified wine in anyway. Immediately, she recognized the flavor, confirming her distaste for the stuff. Whenever...

Episode 188: Sabrina Lloyd: Securing the Key to Success - On The Dot Woman

When I came across an article about how you don’t have to wake up at the crack of dawn to be successful, I was intrigued. You mean I don’t need to fit in a quick 5K before my very healthy breakfast, meditation time and other things I can’t seem to force myself to do? Fantastic! According to the writer of that piece, we all have peak hours, that time frame during which we feel invigorated and eager. To figure out your peak productive time, rate your energy, motivation and focus on a scale fro...

Episode 187: Lynn McBee: How All-girls Schools Are Changing Education - On The Dot Woman

Do you remember watching any movies or TV shows about high school? “That’s what it will be like,” you thought. “Maybe I’ll coordinate plaid ensembles with my bestie like in Clueless or be a cool, misunderstood outcast, like in Ghost World.” Everyone has their own experience, full of happy memories and embarrassing moments. Memory researchers say our adolescent years can provide the most vivid memories. So, whether it’s handily winning a debate championship or awkwardly and accidentally slamm...

Episode 186: Nancy Pfund: Why You Should Invest in Causes You Care About - On The Dot Woman

I’ve been thinking about money lately. (Thanks, tax season!) While having a whole lot of cash affords us a certain kind of comfort, I think there’s power in the simple process of earning and owning any amount of money. Back in 1771, New York became the first state to require husbands to get their wives’ consent when selling property she brought into the marriage. Russia was ahead of us, as women were given the right to earn and retain their own income nearly two decades prior. Today, don’t f...

Episode 185: Jennifer Sirangelo: How Youth-development Programs Produce Leaders - On The Dot Woman

When was the last time you actually listened to a teenager or college student? It’s almost instinctive to ignore those younger than us because we remember what wewere like at that age—and women can be harsh when we personally reflect. When talking to those younger than you, try to avoid phrases like “When I was your age,” “You’ll understand it someday,” and “How old are you?” If a 16-year-old girl from Florida can become a published author and a 12-year-old can be deemed “the next Steve Jobs...

Episode 184: Sarah Robb O’Hagan: How Good Habits and Training Improve Your Work Life - On The Dot Woman

If you are a career gal, whether with entry-level or boss status, add The Power of Habit to your shopping list. It’s totally transformed the way I view not only my career, but also my everyday routines. From scoring touchdowns to reducing conflict in the Middle East, habits dictate everything, y’all. If your business produces high turnover or if you just can’t manage to lose those 10 pounds, it might be caused by the miniscule decisions you unknowingly make. Today, write down your three main...

Episode 183: Katie Martell: How ‘Femvertising’ is Failing Female Consumers - On The Dot Woman

Regardless of whether you want to admit it, you’ve bought something because of how it was marketed. If you’re a one-woman business or startup, the idea of hiring a marketing expert or agency might make you shudder. Here’s some real talk for you: It’s OK if you don’t know how to get the word out about your biz. You’ve got better things to do, girlfriend. Getting an expert on board with a specialized skill set will give you an outside perspective, save you time (no need to Google “What is an a...

Episode 182: Amanda Gates: Feng Shui Your Way to Balance - On The Dot Woman

We’ve all heard of feng shui, right? You know, the design idea that deters you from placing items in your home all willy-nilly and instead, encourages designing with purpose in an effort to create balance. This concept ranges from easy tasks like clearing clutter to more complex chores like creating an energy map. But have you ever thought about applying the tenets of feng shui to the thing you stare at the most? I’m talking about your computer. Here are a few tips: Get that desktop out of t...

Episode 181: Kerry Diamond and Claudia Wu: Be the Bombe in the Kitchen - On The Dot Woman

A certain toddler I know enjoys food like nothing I’ve seen before. Give him a cupcake and he’ll hold it, look at it and really take it all in before his first bite. Then he’ll discuss how delicious said cupcake is. As I wolfed down a spicy-chicken sandwich in the drive-thru lane today, I thought about that little boy, and I was touched by some inspiration. Let’s put the fun and fascination back into our meals. Schedule one leisurely meal—think Sundays at Granny’s house—and choose a recipe, ...

Episode 180: Susan Liu: How to Find Startup Success - On The Dot Woman

Whether you’re in charge of employees at your startup or simply leading a monthly book club, there’s an invisible task you definitely don’t want to ignore: inspiring others. If the Zumba instructor leads the class with a scowl and drill-sergeant lingo, you’re probably going to switch to a more uplifting class, right? The same idea applies to the workplace. One of the easiest ways to inspire your team is to highlight when something’s going right and when someone’s done something well. For ins...

Episode 179: Ciara Donlon: Take Back Your Woman Power - On The Dot Woman

Do you remember your first visible scar? I remember mine, back when I believed my skin would be blemish-free for, like, forever. Why wouldn’t it be? Now that I’m a grown woman, I laugh at my naivety before many tumbles and surgeries and teenage acne. One writer said the best kind of people have scars, while another said they show we’ve healed from some serious wounds, at least externally. Whatever’s got you hiding away today, I’m here to remind you that you’re beautiful and strong and you de...

Episode 178: Arlan Hamilton: How to Get Unprecedented Access to Funding - On The Dot Woman

When my girlfriends and I casually discuss our goals—beyond hitting up dim-sum night, that is—we think big. I’m talking one-big-leap-just-behind-landing-on-the-moon big. That’s kind of what we’ve been taught, right? At 7 years old, we’re asked what we want to be when we grow up. “Administrative assistant” doesn’t quite have the same pizzazz as “rock star,” you know? But before we know it, we’re adults and unsure how we’re not living our best lives and best careers. Do you ever feel like your...

Episode 177: Lisa Mitchell: Learn How Your Body Language Can Propel Your Career - On The Dot Woman

Have you ever watched a movie in which two people are supposed to be in love but you just don’t buy it? It doesn’t matter if it’s a couple of the biggest celebs in the steamiest of scenes; if they’re not vibing, the film falls flat. Beyond personality tests and gut feelings, you can tell a lot about whether someone is going to fit into your life—or your company—by reading his or her body language. From holding back on facial expressions to giving zero eye contact, nonverbal cues often say it...

Episode 176: Joséphine Goube: Empowering the Displaced With Technology - On The Dot Woman

Today’s Woman to Watch has landed on Forbes’ 30 Under 30 Social Entrepreneurs list—twice—proving you’re never too young to get going on your passion project and make a real difference in the lives of others.That got me thinking about the pressure millennial women feel to decide and act on such passions early on. If your passion project right now is swiping right on Bumble, that’s cool. But if you happen to be someone who has a few innovative ideas, share with your girlfriends just how you fi...

Episode 175: Ellen Stofan: How to Encourage Girls to Pursue STEM - On The Dot Woman

I was sitting on my front porch one evening when my neighbor stopped by while walking her border collie. As we chitchatted, she looked up at the sky and started to identify planets and constellations. “I should get out my telescope,” she said. Since her days as a little girl, she’s loved looking into the infinite above. It got me thinking about how inspiring a glimpse into the heavens can be. You don’t need to know Cassiopeia from Orion to be able to appreciate and even gain some visionary i...

Episode 174: Jenna Lee Babin: Get Unbiased News Created By and for Women - On The Dot Woman

Ladies, we’ve all been there: A dude describes in detail something you already know. When it’s done repeatedly, it’s a way for the guy to feel high and mighty. This has been dubbed “mansplaining,” and we’re so over it. Plenty of us fall silent, unsure how to proceed when Mark the Mainsplainer gets going. The next time he gives you the definition of an entry-level concept, remind him of your educational or work experience. Pivot to another woman in the room for backup—or do as many men would ...

Episode 173: Lauren Bush Lauren: How to Feed the Hungry - On The Dot Woman

Reminisce back to…yesterday. What did you eat? Maybe it was an apple or ramen or five Little Debbie Zebra Cakes. If you assume I’m going to ask you to calorie count or make better meal choices, you’re wrong, lady! No judgment or food shaming here! Instead, I want you to think about what you tossed after noshing on your food of choice. They say as much as 40 percent of Americans’ food is wasted, and I believe it. From sandwich crust to expired yogurt, we’re all guilty of chucking plenty in th...

Episode 172: Erica Baker: How to Get Equal Pay - On The Dot Woman

We talk a lot about the wage gap at On The Dot because, girlfriend, it’s 2018 and it’s still a dang issue. Let’s talk about what you can do when you find out Lazy Larry in your office gets paid more than you for the same position. First, do some research about what your position is worth, including benefits and bonuses, and talk to others in your field about their compensation. Yep, that’s right, I’m giving you permission to talk about the big M word—money. Be sure to practice negotiating be...

Episode 171: Bobbie Carlton: Improve Your Public-speaking Game - On The Dot Woman

Have you ever been fired up after seeing someone speak, say at a conference or event? That’s the power of saying something well. In the centuries-old tale Arabian Nights, storyteller Scheherazade avoids execution at the hands of her psycho husband, the king, by spinning engaging tales that end in cliffhangers, thereby enrapturing the king and securing her safety night after night. Talk about an empowered lady! But you don’t have to be Scheherazade or even a TED Talk speaker to impress. The p...

Episode 170: Pamela Galloway-Tabb: Excelling as a Woman in Journalism - On The Dot Woman

Today’s On The Dot is hot off the press, except it hasn’t been surrendered to the inner workings of an offset printing press and no preteen newsboy is shouting, “Read all about it!” from the sidewalk. News and publishing look different from a century ago and even a decade or two ago. While fake news is on the rise and there’s constant breaking news via 24/7 digital media that can be somewhat overwhelming, there are also more opportunities for women’s stories and voices to come through. If yo...

Episode 169: Kate Zaremba: The One Thing You Need to Spruce Up a Room - On The Dot Woman

“These curtains are permanent. They are never coming down!” That’s what my partner said while meeting his match with a drill and stubborn hardware. While I find decorating to be one of life’s treats, you may very well care less about the paint on the kitchen wall or the sconces in the bedroom. That’s totally OK, but I guarantee that curating your space mindfully can increase your good vibes. Today, I present a zero-dollar decorating challenge. Look around a room in your home and remove one i...

Episode 168: Daphne Koller: How to Get an Education in Your PJs - On The Dot Woman

During the weekend, I attended a conference full of educators and innovators. In more than a couple sessions, panelists contended particular careers require lifelong learning. A physician, for example, can’t stick with her 1970s med-school education if she wants to stay relevant and help her patients. This week, get in the learning mindset. (No protractors necessary!) Identify a subject you’d like to know more about then spend some time thinking of the best ways to learn about it—online cour...

Episode 167: Marianne Malina: Raise Hell Like a Texas Woman - On The Dot Woman

Let’s travel to a place where everything’s bigger. We’re talking about Texas, and particularly about its feisty females. From Latin recording artist Selena to comedienne Carol Burnett, many admirable women from the Lone Star State have found remarkable success. But today, let’s channel the qualities of one especially uncompromising Texan woman: Ann Richards. This former governor of Texas once said she didn’t want her tombstone inscribed with how clean she kept her house but how she opened go...

Episode 166: Alisa Vitti: Take Control Over Your Hormones - On The Dot Woman

I walked into my local doughnut shop and the owner recognized me. You know what that means: I’m a regular. I eat enough doughnuts to be memorable. And I am totally fine with that. When it comes to the various aspects of our lives, whether it’s health or relationships or something else altogether, it’s all a balancing act. Every day, we all divvy up what we have to offer. That means sometimes one of life’s buckets might be a little less full of perfection than the others. And that’s OK. We’re...

Episode 165: Roshni Shah: Boost Employee Morale and Job Satisfaction - On The Dot Woman

Think back to your first job. Where did you store your stuff while you were working, you know, like your purse and car keys? In my first job, I stuffed my handbag wherever it fit, like on the floor under my desk, but by my third job, I had my very own locker. Looking back, I see that an 8-by-8-inch metal box with a lock actually had an impact. I felt comfortable in that office and could focus solely on my work without anxiety about whether my personal items were secure. If you’re a manager, ...

Episode 164: Sarah Burrows: Crowdfund to Grow Your Startup - On The Dot Woman

As I lay my fifth indoor plant to rest, I am left unsure what happened. Did I water it too much or too little? Did I forget about it for seven days straight? Should I blame my pets or my imperfect nursery or the full moon? Here are some tips I discovered during my melancholic post-plant-death internet search about how to be a better plant lady: Take on only what you can handle (I’m totally guilty of wanting a lush oasis now!), and learn when and how the heck to water each plant. Master carin...

Episode 163: Alexi Venneri: Take These Steps to Build Your ROI - On The Dot Woman

It only takes a brief time at a job before you’re faced with a Negative Nelly or a Vexed Victor. She’s that colleague who catches you in the restroom for a five-minute complaint fest. He’s that customer who’s steaming mad about an accidental snafu and is just as unhappy with the solution. Chronic criticizers have a way of seizing their way into our inner dialogue. Today, remind yourself that you can’t always adjust someone’s attitude for the better, but you can offer a compassionate ear for ...