I’m widowed, single, and heading quickly into the empty nest. I have one more kid at home, but she’s so social that “home” is basically a place for her to (not) do her laundry and clear space on her bed (from all the laundry that’s not being done) to sleep. I’ve been very conscious…
DetailsDid you know that the Alliance of Professional Women has its own golf league? Not only that but the league is organized by our very own member (and 2022 Colorado Golf Hall of Fame Lifetime Achievement award winner), Ann Wolta Blackstone. In the video below, Ann is giving us a quick lesson in pitching before…
DetailsThe Alliance of Professional Women was honored to welcome Deb Armbruster from the League of Women Voters to speak about upcoming ballot issues. About the APW Public Affairs Committee: The Public Affairs Committee is dedicated to providing opportunities for members to become politically informed. The committee meets quarterly on the third…
DetailsWhen it comes to designing your home, have you pinpointed your ideal interior design style yet? We’re aware that the average homeowner may not have a clear-cut idea of which interior design style speaks to them, so we’ve designed a quiz to help you figure out exactly which style resonates most with you and an…
DetailsOne of the best things about the Alliance of Professional Women is the variety within our membership roster. From attorneys to interior designers, marketing professionals to self-care experts, we have so many industries represented – and that makes networking FUN. We also love showcasing our members in a variety of ways, one of which is…
DetailsHow Stories Keep us Trapped I’ve worked with countless leaders who’ve let their stories run their lives. All because somebody or some circumstance planted a seed a long time ago. Someone told them they couldn’t do it. They weren’t enough. They couldn’t make money. They didn’t have what it took. And that story mingled with…
DetailsCheck out your impatience quotient. Patience is a gift and a virtue. Impatience drives fear, worry, anxiety and misunderstanding. Opportunities for having patience are readily available on a daily basis. You may be waiting on a response from someone. Traffic is slow. Impatience causes snap, automatic responses of judgment. Your reaction is an emotional response;…
Details1. Communication – The power of words (or lack thereof). Effective communication and leadership are entwined. Whether you lead others or your own career, communication is more than passing on your message. It also involves powerful listening; providing and responding to feedback; verbal and non-verbal communication. Tips: Avoid using disqualifying language that discounts what you…
DetailsI doubt many of us wake up in the morning thinking consciously about this issue, thinking about the impact of our privilege on the systems in which we live. There is likely no intent to marginalize some groups, but intent does not equal impact, and avoiding exploring where privilege and rank take place in systems…
DetailsAs a consultant and coach, I often hear and read that there is a bit of a resignation that we can’t do anything about our biases. We may not be able to fully remove them, but I disagree that we cannot do anything about them relative to creating inclusion and breaking through stubborn practices that…
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