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Breaking the Cycle: Strategies to Prevent Burnout

Breaking the Cycle: Strategies to Prevent Burnout

For generations, women have been expected to do everything for everyone without complaining or even equity. We're caregivers, guardians, problem-solvers, breadwinners and esteemed leaders. Combining these limitless roles and the evolving workforce has presented a...

Small Business Spotlight: Say Cheese GR

Small Business Spotlight: Say Cheese GR

Small businesses are the heart of any community, and West Michigan is no exception. It's more important than ever to shop locally and support those who enrich our community through their entrepreneurship, spirit and creativity. In this Small Business Spotlight, we sat...

Small Business Spotlight: Flamingo Society Planners

Small Business Spotlight: Flamingo Society Planners

Small businesses are the heart of any community, and West Michigan is no exception. It's more important than ever to shop locally and support those who enrich our community through their entrepreneurship, spirit and creativity. In this Small Business Spotlight, we sat...

Rockstar Woman Launches Annual Membership

Rockstar Woman Launches Annual Membership

Rockstar Woman, founded by renowned author, speaker and entrepreneur Shannon Cohen, recently announced the arrival of a membership program aimed at expanding the platform beyond its popular annual brunch event.  Cohen, who was recognized at West Michigan Woman's...

Mixed Staffing and Recruiting: Helping Remove Barriers to Employment

Mixed Staffing and Recruiting: Helping Remove Barriers to Employment

Founded by Sara Knoester in June 2012, Mixed Staffing and Recruiting was built on the passion for connecting diverse talent to meaningful employment opportunities in West Michigan. Knoester started building the company with $2,000 and a $5,000 investment, with her...

Looking for a New Career? Want to Enhance What You Already Do?

Looking for a New Career? Want to Enhance What You Already Do?

Become a board-certified traditional naturopathic doctor, licensed massage therapist, or holistic doula companion! Enter the world of true natural health. What is natural health? It's a self-care system of natural therapies which can restore health and wellness by...

Leadership: Getting Back to the Basics

Leadership: Getting Back to the Basics

After years of focusing on crisis management and keeping afloat, we've arrived at a moment when business leaders can now work toward sharpening leadership and pushing forward. It's time to focus on not only adapting but thriving, according to Inforum President and CEO...

Tips for Navigating Harmful Social Media Content

Tips for Navigating Harmful Social Media Content

Over the past decade, social media has become flooded with posts and images pertaining to weight loss, diet culture and calorie-counting. These messages have had a negative impact on the mental health of so many, especially teens and young adults who are still...