Happy July 4th from the Bridge

Julie Sue Auslander — Wed, 01 Jul 2009 23:43:32 -0400

Rama is facing a dilemma of how to cross the ocean to Lanka, where his abducted wife, Sita, is being held captive by the demon king, Ravana. Praying to Varuna, the Lord of Oceans, does no good. Varuna does not respond. Rama arises so enraged by the God's arrogance that with his bow and arrow he angrily begins attacking the oceans with celestial weapons—burning up the waters and killing its life and creatures. The Vanaras (Monkeys) are dazzled and fearful at witnessing the enraged Rama demolish the oceans.

Summertime and the Networking Is Easy

Julie Sue Auslander — Wed, 10 Jun 2009 10:13:21 -0400

Networking is not about how many bunches of business cards you can hand out in the least amount of time.

Help Is Where You Find It

Julie Sue Auslander — Tue, 12 May 2009 23:23:05 -0400

It is good news that government support for women business owners is getting attention in media like The Wall Street Journal. As entrepreneurs, we should not count on government bailouts trickling down to owners of small businesses. Although entrepreneurs surely could use SBA loans, tax incentives, and easier access to health insurance, that may come in time. For now, entrepreneurs need to remember that whatever happens, we need to remain honestly entrepreneurial.

Drawing on Brilliance

Julie Sue Auslander — Wed, 29 Apr 2009 18:47:38 -0400

How can you even think about work/life balance when you fear you may be the next to be laid off? Because this economy needs you!

The powerful forces behind our rapidly changing global economy are squeezing out business models that were never designed to sustain this level of change. Yet these same forces are also shining a bright light on new, unfilled needs. Anyone aware enough to spot them has the opportunity to step up and fill them. The disruptions in this economy have leveled the playing field to where we all have an equal opportunity to compete and win.

How the Top Second Tier Becomes the New First Tier

Julie Sue Auslander — Tue, 21 Apr 2009 15:01:46 -0400

Who says there can be too much of a good thing? With the record number high school graduates last year, also came a record number of deferred admission decisions from the Ivy's (NY Times). For this top talent pool, used to a lifetime of abundance, being deferred from anything was not going to be their option.

Are You Wandering in the Desert?

Julie Sue Auslander — Wed, 15 Apr 2009 22:23:32 -0400

Why do we procrastinate when there is no time like the present? It's either fear or frustration. Pick your poison. It matters not.

Finding a Job, Finding a Mindset

Julie Sue Auslander — Wed, 01 Apr 2009 08:54:25 -0400

Whether you are looking for a job or not in this tough economy, at every turn you are barraged by negative news. It comes at you on TV and in print, on the street and in conversations with friends, on your BlackBerry and at your computer screen, in your inbox and even on your mind. Talk about the mother of all ruts. Negativity reigns.

The Company You Keep: Have you arrived or are you departing?

Julie Sue Auslander — Wed, 25 Mar 2009 09:13:40 -0400

Hi to all my compatriots in a down market.

I recently received a newsletter from Danny Wood, a fellow member of NJEntrepreneur.com, which struck a chord in me that I wanted to share with you.

Poppy and the Wind

Julie Sue Auslander — Thu, 05 Mar 2009 09:57:16 -0500

I write this blog with a heavy heart as my Poppy Gennes died today. I share this with you because the lesson is work/life balance.

"Dealing with our grief and our loss does not need to be depressing. It can be one of the most uplifting, inspirational, and deeply meaningful moments of our lives. It is a moment ripe in opportunity to let go of all our pettiness and pretenses that kept us locked in its grip and frees us at last to get back to what we are here to do, and that is to love."
Rev. Sam Goff

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Word Up

Julie Sue Auslander — Wed, 25 Feb 2009 10:25:54 -0500

You may have heard the expression "Word up," which likely originated in hip-hop. Looking at its meaning — which is to convey agreement, acknowledgment, and approval with enthusiasm — gives us pause to think What about our word? In reality, when it comes to communicating who we are, all we have is our word.

So what power are we giving it? What placement?