We Asked Women How They’re Shifting Their Mindsets (And Saying OUI) in 2019
What will you say “yes” to in 2019?
Sponsored by Oui by Yoplait
The night before my very first “move-in day” of college, my parents sat me down for what felt like their final pieces of advice. I predicted what my mom was going to say — work hard, be safe, buddy system, enjoy yourself (within reason). But my dad surprised me. He told me to say “yes” to everything, something I’d never heard from anyone before. Yes to taking a class you never thought you would take, yes to studying abroad a year early, yes to falling in love. Yes. Yes. Yes.
That’s not to say that embodying a “yes” mantra is easy. In all honesty, I’ve forgotten how important it is to say “yes” with my other responsibilities that have taken precedence. But our words have a direct impact on our mindset. By saying “yes” — even if it’s “yes, I can take on this project, but I’ll need an extra day” — you will bring confidence and positivity into your life. This is exactly why I’m making it a priority to say “yes” this year. And I’m not alone — Oui by Yoplait recently asked attendees at this year’s Vision Summit, “What are you saying “OUI” to in 2019?” And the responses will inspire you.
Oui by Yoplait believes in making the best satisfyingly thick, subtly sweet, fresh tasting French style yogurt. Their approach to French style yogurt starts with simple, non-GMO ingredients, poured and set in individual glass pots for eight hours. And to top it off — “Yes” is literally in their name, which makes them the perfect companion as you say “oui” or “yes” in 2019. Take it from the women who attended the Vision Summit. They’re saying yes to “opening my business,” “embracing my imperfections,” “new perspectives,” and “no more negative self labels.” How great are those? And the Create & Cultivate team has their own ideas...
“I’m saying “OUI” to me. Knowing my value and validating my own wants and needs all 2019.” Tyeal Howell - Marketing Manager
“I’m saying “OUI” to more sleep and more money and less parking tickets” Natalie Tran - Graphic Designer
“Balance. My “OUI” is for more life balance in 2019.” Natalie Pirzad - Project Coordinator
“More creative output. My “OUI” is for more creativity in 2019.” Jenay Ross - Talent Coordinator + Event Producer
“My 2019 “OUI” is for more time with my cats and the people I love.” Heather Records - Senior Director of Digital Marketing
What will you be saying “yes” to this year? I know I’ll be saying “yes” to every exciting opportunity that comes my way, in order to let happiness infiltrate everything I do. And I’ll be starting every morning with a glass pot of Oui to get the day started the right way.
Lily Comba works in business development for an online marketplace. By night, Lily lives an entrepreneurial life. After working as a Career Consultant for two years at her alma mater, Scripps College, Lily developed a passion for helping women in their careers. She embodies the mantra, “If not me, who? If not now, when?” in her work as a career advisor to college students, and creative and business strategist for fellow entrepreneurs. Catch her running around Los Angeles or at lilycomba.com.
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We Asked 8 Women What Makes Them Feel the Most Confident
What makes you feel confident?
Confidence. A word that’s thrown around in discussions with your friends, colleagues, fitness instructors -- seemingly everywhere. While the dictionary defines confidence as, “a feeling of self-assurance arising from one's appreciation of one's own abilities or qualities, ”I argue that we each have unique definitions of the word. For me, confidence means being authentically myself in all facets of my life. For my best friend, it’s feeling comfortable in her own skin. Confidence is different for everyone — but the common thread? We can all benefit from a little bit more of it.
Confidence is crucial in so many areas of our lives. Feeling confident in the workplace is complicated. We can get so entrenched in the day-to-day that we forget to acknowledge our efforts and value. Acknowledging your achievements can help you boost your attitude, get you that raise and so much more! If that sounds impossible, you can make a small step today with the help of IT Cosmetics.
We recently hosted an intimate brunch to celebrate women that Show IT Off. Jamie Kern Lima, Founder & CEO of IT Cosmetics, has poured her “heart and soul into creating truly innovative and effective problem-solving products that make you look and feel your most beautiful.” Developed with plastic surgeons, IT Cosmetics creates clinically-tested, makeup and skincare products that provide life-changing results. The product that gives all women an instant confidence boost? Their award-winning Your Skin But Better CC+ Cream with SPF 50. It’s your all-in-one extra dose of confidence that is not only full coverage and color-correcting, but also features broad-spectrum physical sunscreen, anti-aging ingredients and all the hydration you need! Hyperpigmentation? Dark circles? Other skin concerns? Don’t worry, it really does it all, and comes in a range of shades and three finishes, including original, illumination and oil-free matte to complement every skin tone!
Want to hear other ways to feel confident? These women Show IT Off and share their wisdom below.
“I feel the most confident when I’m at home with my baby, and I just take all my makeup off and put my favorite moisturizer on.”
“My cat eye eyeliner is what makes me feel most confident every single day.”
“The thing that makes me most confident is probably a bold lip, I don’t have one on right now, but when I have a red bold lip, I’m the most confident.”
“What makes me feel more confident is having good skin. I’m obsessed with skincare, so I never sleep with makeup and I always wear sunblock.
“A bold lip makes me feel the most confident because, even if I don’t have any other makeup on, it just draws attention to my smile and it makes me feel really glamorous.”
“My sense of humor.”
So tell us — what makes you feel the most confident?
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Festive Kombucha Mocktails to Bring Cheer to Your Office This Season
Pour it up, pour it up.
Ah, the holidays. When the days get shorter, the weather gets chillier, and the festivities get merrier. Just because you’re still in the office doesn’t mean you shouldn’t be basking in the holiday cheer. Our suggestion? Mix things up with some office-friendly Health-Ade mocktails.
Not only will you raise spirits, you’ll quickly become the office favorite without spending hours baking. So you can get happy while getting your shit squared away before that well deserved PTO.
We also highly recommend Christmas sweaters for enhanced joy.
Here are some recipes you can make with Health-ade’s seasonal Holiday Cheers Kombucha to get lit:
HOLIDAY CHEERS ICED COCOA MOCKTAIL
Original recipe from Ashley Cuoco of Cuoco Contento
Makes 4 servings
Ingredients
12 oz Holiday Cheers Health-Ade Kombucha, chilled
8 oz cold brew coffee, chilled
20 oz hazelnut milk, chilled
6 oz crushed ice
1 tsp cinnamon
2 tsp cocoa powder
6 drops chocolate bitters
2 tsp honey plus more for coating rim
2 oz finely shaved chocolate, for coating rim
4 dark chocolate squares, cut into triangles, for garnish
Directions
In a high-powered blender, combine kombucha, coffee, hazelnut milk, crushed ice, cinnamon, cocoa powder, bitters and honey. Blend on high speed for 1 minute, until well combined and frosty.
Take a dab of honey and gently coat rims of chilled glasses. Dip into shaved chocolate and swirl to evenly coat.
Divide drink evenly between glasses and garnish with chocolate triangle and a dash of cinnamon. Cheers!
Note: kombucha and coffee/hazelnut milk will naturally separate. Keep a spoon handy to stir while enjoyed.
HOLIDAY CHEERS SPICED POMEGRANATE KOMBUCHA FLOAT
Original Recipe from Marguerita La Fiura of Warm & Rosy
Serves 2
Ingredients
Spiced pomegranate syrup, chilled — recipe below
Vanilla ice cream of choice (we used Luna & Larry’s Organic Coconut Bliss, Naked Coconut)
1 bottle Holiday Cheers Health-Ade kombucha, chilled Ground cinnamon
Instructions
Pour 1/4 cup pomegranate syrup into each glass.
Top with 3 scoops of vanilla ice cream.
Slowly fill glasses with kombucha.
Dust with cinnamon and enjoy immediately. Cheers!
Spiced Pomegranate SyrupIngredients
2 cups 100% pomegranate juice
1 tbsp coconut sugar
2 cinnamon sticks
6 cardamom pods
1 inch strip of orange peel
1/2 inch knob of fresh ginger, peeled
Instructions
Place all ingredients in medium-size saucepan set over medium heat.
Cook, stirring occasionally until sugar is dissolved - about 3 minutes.
Reduce heat to medium-low and simmer for about 25 minutes, stirring occasionally. The syrup should be reduced by about half and very lightly coat the back of a spoon.
Strain pomegranate syrup and set aside to cool a bit. Once cooled, transfer to refrigerator to chill.
HOLIDAY CHEERS SANGRIA MOCKTAIL
Original recipe from Ashley Cuoco of Cuoco Contento
Servings: 10-12 | Active time: 15 minutes; Total time: 1 Hour 15 minutes
Ingredients:
1 granny smith apple, thinly sliced
1 Braeburn apple, thinly sliced
1 pear, sliced
½ cup pomegranate seeds
6 sprigs fresh rosemary
2 bottles (1 pint each) Health-Ade Holiday Cheers
4 cups pomegranate juice
4 cups ginger ale
¼ cup simple syrup
10 oz frozen cranberries plus more for skewering
1/2 cup sugar for coating cranberries and rosemary
Recipe:
Combine apples, pear, pomegranate seeds and 2 sprigs rosemary in a large punch bowl. Pour in Health-Ade Holiday Cheers, ginger ale and pomegranate juice. Refrigerate at least 1 hour.
To serve, add frozen cranberries. Ladle sangria into glasses (get some of that good fruit in there!)
Cut the remaining rosemary sprigs into 3” pieces. Dip each sprig into simple syrup and roll in sugar to coat. Dip extra cranberries into simple syrup and roll in sugar to coat. Skewer 3-4 cranberries per drink and rest on top of each glass.
Garnish drinks with sugared cranberries and rosemary; serve cold.
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How This Brooklyn Beauty Brand Is Shaking Up A Traditionally-Stuffy Industry
Just because “that’s the way it’s always been done” doesn’t mean there isn’t a better way.
We were thrilled to partner with Amika, a haircare company known for their Instagrammable packaging, at our Miami Vision Summit! We sat down with Chelsea Riggs, Amika’s brand president, to talk about how the company is doing business differently, with an eye toward philanthropy, self-expression, and approachability.
As an independent beauty brand, what are some of the benefits and challenges of operating in Brooklyn, NY?
A benefit of being a Brooklyn based company is the access to talent. Brooklyn, and especially the specific neighborhood where we are located, is full of creative and young talent. Early on being in Brooklyn was a little bit of a hassle for new hires, but it is now a major benefit for more than 50% of our staff who also live nearby. Williamsburg & Bushwick are home to one of the biggest artist communities in all of NYC, which influences the type of residents due to proximity to the best restaurants, boutiques, events and nightlife. The community which we live and work also inspires the overall essence of the brand and company culture.
One of the challenges of being in Brooklyn is the ease of access to clients, vendors and industry events. Many are in Manhattan, and purely due to NY traffic and transit system it can be a challenge for clients to visit our office or for our team to hop over to a vendor for a meeting. Oh, and the NYC rent!
The brand has experienced tremendous growth over the years. How did you manage to get its name out there and onto the shelves of big retailers?
Sometimes things look like an overnight success on the outside, but we’ve been at it for almost 10 years! As an early hire for the company, I played a large role in developing and executing our distribution strategy in the early days. We were in Birchbox, Sephora, Bloomingdales and a handful of local retail partners within 18 months of launch. Having a unique product(s) and strong branding is the first step in getting your product noticed by retail merchants and editors. It’s important to choose retail partners who believe in the potential and have the ability and incentive to increase the brand equity. It turns out many of these retailers happen to be premium or indie retailers themselves and understand the point of difference it brings to their company to have independent and/or exclusive brands.
The methods we used the grow the brand were based on our limited budgets, as we were (and still are) 100% independently owned. We first started with Facebook & YouTube as our main marketing channel (before Instagram days), then we introduced PR when we got a small budget, and soon after we began mass sampling when Birchbox came into the market. We are a professional salon brand and our stylists all over the world are our biggest brand advocates. They are trusted resources for hair products & trends, like a facialist or dermatologist would be for your skin. We tapped into social media to communicate our brand philosophy and use it as a vehicle for education and inspiration. These are still core methods we use today, but as we’ve grown, and our budgets have as well—we have a lot of additional support to choose from.
However, in today’s market you have a plethora of brands entering the beauty industry every year due to lower barriers-to-entry. There is no shortage of options for retailers, so you really need to have a product and brand that is addressing a market need. What’s amazing about starting a brand today, even in a crowded market, is the ability to communicate directly to your customers. Social media is game-changing in that respect. You can learn exactly what your clients’ needs are, in real time, and include them in the product development process. You can see how they interact with the product, how they recommend it to their closest friends, and have a direct relationship. It’s an amazing switch from the traditional beauty industry approach, or really any industry. It’s also very important to merchants that you have a strong digital presence and connection to your core customer.
Just because “that’s the way it’s always been done” doesn’t mean there isn’t a better way.
Amika is also rooted in philanthropy. We’re big believers that responsible businesses are the future and have the power to change the world. Why is it important for brands to pay it forward?
Amika has always given back, since we were able to. However, only this October we announced that we have partnered with one organization that we are whole-heartedly passionate about: HairToStay. It inspires me to work with such an amazing organization that is only just beginning and to play a part in their journey. HairToStay is a nonprofit organization committed to raising awareness and financial aid for scalp cooling technology, a treatment which can prevent hair loss during chemotherapy.
It’s our mission to do a part in spreading the word about scalp cooling as an alternative to chemotherapy related hair loss. Cancer treatment affects all of us, whether directly or through a friend, family or colleague. As a business, we can use our voice, and amplify the message through our large network of professional hairstylists and salons to educate clients about this new, amazing technology—so that cancer doesn’t have to define you.
How has social media impacted the success and growth of the brand?
Since we’ve used social media as a core marketing focus since the early days, we’ve seen a lot of changes. It started out as an outlet to communicate directly to our customer, give a sneak peek into the behind the scenes world of the brand, and break down brand-customer barriers that previous existed. Today, social media serves as a platform to not only interact but also learn from our customer, provide education and inspiration, and facilitate a community of not just Amika fans but hair junkies. Influencers have played a massive role in increasing the brand visibility and trust in the products. While we still stay connected to a large number of influencers, we have a select amount of ongoing partnerships with those who align with our brand ethos and that beauty enthusiasts trust.
What is the biggest hurdle you’re currently facing as the president of an indie beauty brand?
One of our biggest hurdles right now is scaling the brand. We have a strong core of loyal Amika fans, but how do we take what has worked so far and spread that to a larger base of beauty consumers? With all the success and triple digit growth year after year, we still have tons of room to grow. Only a small base of people who have heard of the brand have tried it, which on the positive side, means there is a tremendous amount left to grow!
If you could go back to year one, what’s one piece of advice you would give yourself?
Don’t be afraid to do things differently. It’s something that we inherently always did because I (and the founders) did not come from the beauty industry world. A lot of the advice we received back then was from industry veterans who gave us the lay of the land and how “things are done around here.” We entered the market as outsiders, bringing a fun & colorful hair product to the professional salon products world–which historically was very stuffy. We had a direct relationship with end consumers and retailers, which was technically a no-no at that time if you wanted to be a pro brand. These two things set us apart and gave us the momentum to create something the market needed, which is now an entire category itself–prestige hair care. While it’s not to say that advice from people who came before you aren’t relevant, you must find your own way of doing things too. Just because “that’s the way it’s always been done” doesn’t mean there isn’t a better way.
We’re also big believers in speaking things into existence (hey, Oprah!). What is your dream partnership for Amika?
We are big believers of collaboration, it’s even listed in our core values collaboration over ego. It’s a tough choice, because there are so many amazing brands we would love to partner with. But, the one we would most definitely choose is off-white. I mean, who wouldn’t want an off-white blow dryer! They also say to Dream Big, right?
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How Letting Go of the Hustle Helped Me Grow My Business
I've worn the “hustler” mentality like a badge of honor, but when I let it go, that’s when my business soared.
By Alysha Light, FLIGHT PR
Ask any entrepreneur if they consider themselves a hustler, and most of them will proudly say, “Heck yes!” The concept of the hustle is glorified in business and entrepreneurial communities, because we’re struck by the image of the self-sufficient go-getters who are putting themselves out there, making things happen and having no one but themselves to thank for the the leaps and bounds they've made along the way.
For a long time, I was damn proud of my ability to get sh*t done, to do more with less, to fire on all cylinders and go out into the wild in pursuit of big game because hey, fortune favors the bold and those bills aren’t gonna pay themselves, amiright? In a 2016 C&C piece, Dr. Lauren Hazzouri broke down why so many of us are addicted to the hustle: "We're human-beings, and humans tend to repeat anything that feels good," she wrote. "For women, especially, nailing the presentation and bringing home the bacon feels SO damn good."
And she's right. It does feel good to secure a big win. But how "good" is it really, when you're spending every waking moment on your phone or laptop and missing out on life in the name of the hustle and grind?
That's how I operated for the first few years after launching my business in 2013: no vacation, no team, #nodaysoff. Just me, grinding away 24/7 to prove that I can get things done for my clients, fast. That I was basically superwoman.
Unsurprisingly, I was burning out from the constant grind. I was bending over backwards and stretching myself so thin for small wins and inch-by-inch growth. I knew I needed to reprogram my mindset if I wanted to stay physically, mentally, and spiritually healthy.
Check yourself before you wreck yourself
Here’s the thing about the "hustle" mentality that no one tells you: Even though it champions hard work and self-reliance, it's ultimately rooted in fear. Your core belief is basically, If I'm not constantly chasing new opportunities and busting my ass, then I don't eat. I’ll let people down. My business will stall. You become terrified of the things you think you might lose if you dare to take the world off your shoulders for a moment.
Even though ‘the hustle’ champions hard work and self-reliance, it's ultimately rooted in fear.
Plot twist: When I stopped hustling, that's when my business grew the most. In no way have I lost my "go get 'em" attitude – but hear me when I say that my business tripled when I let go of the idea that things would stop if I stopped...chasing, pursuing, stressing, hustling, stretching, bending over backwards, etc. In fact, it was just the opposite.
There’s a spiritual principle behind this that basically shifts your mindset to one of stress and anxiety (or fear) to one of ease (abundance). What you’re basically doing, is signaling to the universe that you trust it to operate on behalf of your highest good, and that you believe things are always working out for you. Because they are. And when you really get this, you find yourself in “the flow”—that amazing space where things start flowing with minimal “effort” on your part.
Setting intentions > goals
One of my favorite people on Twitter, Maryam Hasnaa, believes in setting intentions rather than goals. Having adopted this for myself, rather than focusing on a list of things I want to accomplish, I’ve started asking a simple question: how do I want to feel?
One of my intentions this year was to feel ‘in demand’. If I'm in demand, that implies money is flowing and my inbox is flooding with new business opportunities. And guess what? That's exactly what’s happened.
As Rumi once said, “When I run after what I think I want, my days are a furnace of stress and anxiety; if I sit in my own place of patience, what I need flows to me, and without any pain. From this I understand that what I want also wants me, is looking for me and attracting me. [There] is a great secret here for anyone who can grasp it.”
Grasp it, and prosper girl!
Alysha Light, a reformed hustler, is founder of FLIGHT PR, a boutique PR agency for companies at the intersection of tech, design, marketing and entertainment. Follow her @lightalysha.
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Five Affirmations From Aerie Role Models We Should All Repeat Daily
Repeat it. Walk it. Live it.
In January of 2014 Aerie shared the beginning of their “untouched photo” campaign featuring women in their most natural state. The images went viral and the comment section became an open door for anything and anyone. Cut to almost five years later and the power of positivity has been real for the brand. What once was simply an inspiring ad campaign has now transformed into a powerful movement to empower all women to love their real selves.
Women everywhere have come together to support each other and celebrate these images of authenticity and beauty. We passed the mic to five Aerie Role Models at the Vision Summit to get the biggest lessons they’ve learned about self love, the inside scoop on what it’s like to partner with Aerie, and their favorite affirmations to start their day.
Meet the Panelists
Brenna Huckaby
Brenna’s athletic career began with gymnastics, but after getting amputation surgery, Brenna got her first prosthetic leg and thanks to her mom, uprooted her life in Louisiana and moved to Salt Lake City to pursue snowboarding. She’s a 2018 Paralympian, Two-time Paralympic medalist, 3-time World Championship gold medalist and honestly the list goes on, but Brenna Huckaby says she’s “A person first. I’m not an athlete with a disability or a brand ambassador with a disability. I’m a person. I decided to stop letting my past dictate my future. I stopped holding on to the fear of “what happens if I get injured?” and I just went for it. Stop allowing people to label you in a sub category. That shouldn’t exist. I hope my work shows other people that they have the power to dictate how the world sees them.”
Iskra Lawrence
Iskra has been working with Aerie for 5 years with a front and center view while the brand grew from campaign to movement. She says, “Being a role model is wonderful but terrifying. Every single day I’m super aware. One thing I was told is that when you’re a role model, you have to diversify your feed and diversify your life. Diversifying your life will make you more round minded and open to other experiences. For me, being a role model is a constant discovery of trying to be the best you can be.” When her first untouched photo was published with the brand she was terrified. She hadn’t ever read negative comments about her body. After the campaign photo was published, the haters started rolling in. “I got so excited because I couldn’t believe the world had not seen images like that. I broke some societal norms about what a women should look like. If something scares you or you don’t see yourself represented, you have to step up and do that. Please stand up and do it. We need you.”
Monique Coleman
Monique is an American actress, dancer, singer, entrepreneur, philanthropist and recently launched her own talk show ‘GimmeMO’, a movement to empower and motivate the next generation, distributed on Discovery Life network. Before the show started, she spent years pitching it and being told that her story wasn’t important, that the timing wasn’t right, that people didn’t want content to help them feel better about themselves. So, she set out to produce it herself and she did it. We spoke about authenticity and working on projects you’re truly aligned with as a creative. “We need to be authentic and aligned with things that make us feel good. It’s all about alignment. Things we believe in and things that make us feel good may not be the most popular today but they WILL be the most long lasting.”
Jess Weiner
Jess Weiner is a CEO and Cultural Changemaker whose work has played a role in two culture shifting moments: Dove's Campaign for Real Beauty and Barbie’s new look introducing 4 new body types, 7 new skin tones, 22 hair styles and 24 eye colors. Safe to say Jess knows a thing or two about female empowerment. She reminded us that, “It’s so important to remember that we’re more powerful when we come together. We can’t underestimate the power of representation. I believe systemic change is possible, it’s a marathon not a sprint.” She spoke to us about the power of owning your social platforms and content creation strategy. When we talked about social media and the comparison game Jess chimed in and said, ”It’s easy to go to the lowest common denominator and compare yourself, but the REAL power is knowing that you don’t have to go through a gatekeeper. Everyone sitting here is the CEO of their own media platform. YOU have the power to publish your story.”
Stephanie Campbell
Stephanie Campbell knew that after college she wanted to work in marketing for a brand with a mission. As the social media manager for Aerie she’s doing just that. Stephanie talked about her experience working for the brand and how much she loves doing work that inspires and encourages women to celebrate themselves and honor their natural beauty. “I’ve always been an Aerie girl,” she says while speaking on why she loves the work she does. “We’re not telling our brand’s story, we’re telling the story of our customer to our customer. We’re inspiring and uplifting the women who shop with us. We ask “who are the women who make up Aerie?” And then we find inspiration from other women’s stories of life. We know that as women, we are stronger together.”
What affirmations do you repeat to yourself on a daily basis?
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“I have the power to create change.”
- Stephanie Campbell
In front of the mirror making eye contact with yourself say: I am enough.
- Iskra
I am in control of everything that I do. I have the control.
- Brenna
Don’t outsource your power. Allow yourself to feel the fear and say “I am here and I matter.”
- Monique Coleman
I deserve the best and I accept it now, gracefully and graciously.
- Jess Weiner
Do you have daily affirmations? Share some in the comments!
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Links from our Group Chat: From Michelle Obama's Latest Venture to Getting to the Polls & More!
Cue the nonstop ringing, there’s huge news.
Mi casa es su casa, and in IRL safe spaces have become increasingly important as of late. A group of Latina women have created shelters and safe spaces in their homes for abused immigrant women. Many of these women are waitresses, saleswomen, fruit and vegetable pickers, and housekeepers that are ashamed to stand up for themselves due to unstable partners or immigration issues.
Michelle Obama is back and announcing an education initiative for young girls around the world. "We're seeking to empower adolescent girls around the world through education, so that they can support their families, communities and countries," the former first lady wrote in an op-ed for CNN. The Obama Foundation’s Global Girls Alliance mission is to support grassroots leaders that understand the challenges teenage girls face in their communities. The program encourages people to come up with the strategies to help teenage girls achieve their maximum potential through education by supporting local leadership.
We’ve heard of GoFundMes for Honeymoons and new inventions but this GoFundMe really hits home. Moria Donegan was recently slammed with a libel lawsuit because she created the Shitty Media Men spreadsheet and writer Lauren Hough has helped set up a campaign to help cover the legal fees and expensive. Stephen Elliot claimed that these documents were fake AF and wants $1.5 mil for the damages and plans to sue other women as well. The spreadsheet was created because Donegan “wanted to create a place for women to share their stories of harassment and assault without being needlessly discredited or judged.” Their goal is to raise $500,000 and if donations exceed the goal, Hough will donate the leftover funds to the Rape, Abuse & Incest National Network.
Seven keys for success from Forbes’ 30 under 30- yes, that’s a lot of numbers but we’ll make the words easy (or ‘Insecure’ star Yvonne Orji will). Her top tip was “do it for free”, which may not sound like music to our ears because we live in the age of #sponsored everything, but she explained that after you’ve done it for you your value and don’t forget it.
Still We Rise and Pom Pom Social have joined forces to create 6 packages full of 100+ goodies from brands we love as a part of a raffle campaign that will donate proceeds to @aclu_nationwide and @innovationlawlab and we could not be prouder! They also have corporate sponsors who will be matching total raised funds 2 to 1 that means for every $100 raised they will match with $200 = $300 donated to a worthy cause. May the odds ever be in your favor. To enter into the raffle, click here.
We’ve registered for their tour ticket presales, but now Taylor Swift and Rihanna are encouraging millennials to rock the vote. A record 800,000 people from all age groups signed up on National Voter Registration Day, Sept 25. Voter registration deadlines are staggered across all states but check out this post by another female musical powerhouse Bea Miller to see when you can register until. You can register at vote.org under “register to vote”.
By: Ashley Banayan
Ashley Banayan is a senior at the University of Southern California pursuing a Bachelor of Arts in Public Relations from the Annenberg School for Communication and Journalism with a minor in Web Technologies and Applications from the Viterbi School of Engineering. Currently, she works as an editorial intern for Create and Cultivate. She has experience in traditional public relations, social media marketing, influencer relations, content creation, and web development. Furthermore, she is the founder of Geocasion, a company designing Snapchat Geofilters for both businesses and personal clients, garnering 4.5 million views. In turn, these experiences led her to focus on the convergence and disruption in media, communication and web technologies.
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Everything You Missed at Our Resistance Rises Pop-Up in Portland
Join the resistance.
Resistance. Defined as the refusal to accept or comply with something; the attempt to prevent something by action or argument. It's easy to sit by and let things happen; it's harder to stand up and fight for what’s right. And that’s something we’ve all been faced with all of our lives and particularly within the last few years. It’s also why we’ve teamed up with Amazon Prime Video and its hit-show The Man in the High Castle, which has resistance embedded in its core storyline and characters. Together, our goal is to bring you compelling, noteworthy, and inspiring conversations that we hope will encourage everyone here to go out and shake shit up.
The second stop during our Resistance Rising pop-up took place in Portland, OR. We flocked to the Jacobsen Salt Co. and the energy in the room was electric - to say the least. Our first-ever Portland. pop-up was made particularly special thanks to our lovely speakers Lindsay Meyer-Harley, Candace Reels, Ev’Yan Whitney, and Amy Nelson.
The ladies discussed the true meaning of resistance, how it started, and what it means to each of them. They also touched on how productive discomfort can encourage women to go out and make a change, but still touched on the importance of putting yourself first. The audience also learned on how to use questions as a tool to effectively speak to people who may have difference beliefs or stances on different issues. Overall, the room was electrifying and made our first time in Portland one for the books. Ahead, some key takeaways from the conversation and more information on how you can get registered to vote and make a difference.
Mic-Drop Moments
“Even if you’re just voting for your local officials, it actually matters.”
“Two things are important: businesses and company owners being responsible and helping their communities, and conscious consumerism (putting money behind women-owned businesses).”
“I’m sick of hearing that politics is this hobby people don’t have time for.”
“With social media, you don’t have to shop anywhere without knowing more about the business.”
“There’s people out there that are dealing with the same stuff you’re dealing with.”
‘’Women are less likely to get promoted than men.”
“In changing the future of work for women the conversation must involve everyone.”
“It is way easier for me to give love and hold space for other people than it is to hold space for myself.”
“As someone who’s a chronic nurturer and caregiver, it’s very difficult for me to take a step back before I start posting on Instagram and trying to help people. I need to take a step back and think about what I need in the moment.“
“I can’t help people if I can’t fill my own cup first.”
Join the Resistance
We’re encouraging our readers to get out and vote in the November elections, as registration in many cities will be closing soon. To find out the deadline for your state, click here. And yes, you can register to vote online and the process takes an average of two minutes or less to complete. Head to the polls, and most importantly, resist.
While we wait for November, be sure to catch Season 3 of The Man in the High Castle only on Amazon Prime Video and use the hashtag #ResistanceRises to join in on the conversation online!
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Today is International Day of the Girl—Here's What it Means
Plus, how to get involved.
We’re all about a holiday that represents girls and women across the globe to honor them in one way or another. Today is International Day of the Girl, and we’re breaking down why it’s time to work more efficiently towards gender equality, female education, the fight against poverty, and more. And, if you don’t know what the meaning behind International Day of the Girl is, that’s likely because it’s a much newer holiday on our calendar.
The Origin
On October 11, 2012 the United Nations acknowledged marked the day as the first International Day of the Girl. “The day aims to highlight and address the needs and challenges girls face, while promoting girls’ empowerment and the fulfillment of their human rights.” It’s celebrated in the US by working to dismantle the patriarchy through girl-led activism across the country. This year’s theme for the special day is With Her: A Skilled GirlForce.
Stats
Out of the 600 million teen girls across the world, more than 90% of those living in developed countries will receive little to no pay once they enter the workforce.
Abuse and exploitation are common. Approximately 603 million women still live in countries where domestic violence is not considered a crime.
As much as $28 trillion dollars could be added to the global GDP if we reach gender equality by 2025.
Out of the 757 million adults in the world who cannot read or write, two out of three are women.
41 million girls living in developing countries are denied a primary education
71 percent of human trafficking victims are women and girls
40 percent of women don’t identify with the women they see in the media and advertising
Women only account for 4.8% of Fortune 500 CEOs and 22% of global parliamentarians
How to Get Involved
You can write girls inspiring letters through To Love Ourselves. Seven in 10 girls believe they are not good enough. To Love Ourselves is on a mission to change their minds. They write letters to girls around the world who are going through a hard time, and each recipient receives 15 letters from writers, all filled with love and support. The message is simple: We believe in you and are rooting for you. You are never alone. You can also host a write night or make a donation.
Help spread awareness online. At the moment, the #InternationalDayoftheGirl hashtag has over 76,000 shares on Instagram, and you can join in with #DayoftheGirl on Twitter. Incorporate the conversation into your real-life interactions too, by advocating for girls with co-workers, friends, and family.
Donate! There are several organizations that continuously accept donations to support girls and women across the globe. These organizations also focus on different topics ranging from helping girls get an education to fighting poverty and more. Consider the Malala Fund, Girls Not Brides, and CARE International.
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Classifieds: Leaf Group, Dear Media, Shine Influencers & More!
This lineup is good.
We’re back with a fresh new lineup for C&C Classifieds! The roles in store this week include a focus on partnerships, marketing, event planning, social media, and more! Whether you’re looking to follow a new path or boost your current resumes, there’s something here for every working woman.
Get your resumes ready and good luck!
Go Marco - Solana Beach, CA
Dear Media - LA, CA
Shine Influencers - LA, CA
Winsome - LA, CA
6 Podcasts to Listen to on World Mental Health Day
Unplug your mind and plug into these podcasts.
The World Health Organization, or WHO coined October 10th as World Mental Health Day. Here are the WHOs (pun intended) of the podcast world who can help you clear your mind, practice mindfulness, and give you advice when needed. Without further adieu, fill those ears and clear that mind.
Therapy For Black Girls
Licensed Psychologist Dr. Joy Harden Bradford shows us what its like BTS of a therapy session with weekly talks about all things mental health, personal growth, and decision-making. Her goal is to make people the best versions of themselves that they can be with her practical tips and strategies as well as providing context with current trends in that space. She is also open to any questions, so ask away!
Mentally Ch(ill)
We know mental health can be a serious topic, but comedians Kristen Carney adds a zest of humor and lightheartedness that we are addicted to!
Mentally Yours
Another lighthearted take on mental health, however, hosts Yvette Caster and Ellen Scott of Metro.co.uk keep things interesting by chatting to a mystery guest each week and discuss all the complexity in our minds.
The Struggle Bus
Advice from co-hosts Katharine Heller and Sally Tamarkin range from mental health, to self care, to just getting through day-to-day life. They answer listeners’ questions and do not leave any topics off-limits. To them there’s no such thing as a problem that is big or small, or even too weird! Get ready for the wheels in your mind to go round and round, because this podcast will do just that
Talking in Circles
Laura Miller keeps things relatable, authentic, and accessible while opening a safe space for listeners to have the tough convos that we’re often times afraid of having. There is a lot to learn from her and some of her special guests include some of our fave boss babes Joy Cho, Jen Gotch and others!
Let’s Discuss
Friends and Lifestyle Bloggers Ella Gregory and Monica Beatrice Welburn want to grab virtual coffee with their listeners and chat in this podcast that totally goes hand in hand with the C&C brand. They talk about everything, aka “life etc.” and help you navigate you through your lives so you can live the best you can with what you have and end up at the right destination for you. Now, you can listen to how to take on your life journey while on your commuting journey to the office!
Speaking of on brand podcasts, forget to also subscribe to our very own WorkParty podcast if you haven’t already!
By: Ashley Banayan
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Think Pink: Brands Donating Towards Breast Cancer Awareness
Our favorite brands are involved in a good cause, shop with them and proceeds will be donated!
There are so many reasons to wear pink in October, but one reason to throw on your favorite pink-hued items is in support of Breast Cancer Awareness. So, with Mean Girls day officially behind us, don’t only wear pink on Wednesdays, but every day to support BCA.
Plenty of brands we love are involved with the cause, and showing their support through both limited-edition products and donations. If you weren’t aware, 12% of women are diagnosed with breast cancer every year. To show your support, check out the brands showing BCA some love below. Get yourselves, you colleagues, and everyone you know involved in supporting such an important cause for women.
Stella McCartney
The contemporary designer has created a lingerie set for a very personal cause. The “Rose Romancing” set will benefit leading charities and support centers worldwide, including the Linda McCartney Centre in Liverpool, the Hello Beautiful Foundation in London, and Memorial Sloan Kettering in the US, to support their work in providing the most advanced early detection programs and treatments for patients with breast cancer.
Tamara Mellon
Luxury women’s footwear brand Tamara Mellon says that they design shoes, but care more about the women wearing them. This Breast Cancer Awareness Month, they’re turning that tagline into action, and prompting women to “Love Your Mellons” by offering complimentary mammograms. From October 8–10, the brand is taking over a mobile mammogram screening RV and visiting a different Los Angeles neighborhood each day. Women can sign up for appointments in advance via www.tamaramellon.com for each specific location in Venice, the Fairfax District and Inglewood.
It Cosmetics
For every Love Beauty Fully Love is the Foundation Brush purchased, one is donated to Look Good Feel Better.
The Bouqs Company
The Bouqs Company is supporting this great cause by partnering with The Pink Agenda to raise awareness and support their mission to fund breast cancer research and care by donating 20% of the purchase price on select pink bouquets during the month of October.
In addition to their give back collection of flowers, they’re aiming to drive awareness online by generating positive, honest conversation about the topic amongst friends and likeminded partners on social media. On October 12th, they’re hosting a 'Post for #Pinklove' Instagram rally where they’re encouraging friends of the brand to spread the word that it's breast cancer awareness month.
Ouidad
As a breast cancer survivor herself, founder Ouidad and her brand will donate to Breast Cancer Research Foundation $1 per retail sale of every product sold on Ouidad.com from today, October 1st, through October 31st, 2018. Ouidad will also match dollar-for-dollar donations made to Curls for a Cure program, donating 100% to BCRF, up to $50,000. Ouidad agrees to a minimum donation of $10,000 regardless of sales, in connection to these programs during the campaign period.
Lilly Pulitzer
Lilly Pulitzer is celebrating Breast Cancer Awareness month by spreading ‘Pawsitive Cattitude!’ Lilly Pulitzer is teaming up with Bright Pink for a brand-new Print with Purpose capsule collection that launched in-stores and online TODAY! The limited-edition collection supports the mission of Bright Pink to save women’s lives from breast and ovarian cancer by empowering them to live proactively at a young age. In addition to shopping the new collection, Lilly Pulitzer is encouraging all women to take care of themselves and the women in their lives by using the ‘Asses Your Risk’ tool available online. The more you know, the better prepared you are to take actions that can help reduce your risk—join the over one million women who have completed this assessment.
Wet Brush
This October, WetBrush will offer a new BCA Detangler, and 20% of profits will go to the Breast Cancer Research Foundation.
Becca Cosmetics
In support of The Estée Lauder Companies’ Breast Cancer Campaign, BECCA will donate $8 from the purchase price of Shimmering Skin Perfector Pressed Opal to the Breast Cancer Research Foundation® from September 7, 2018 – November 30, 2018. BCRF is dedicated to advancing the world’s most promising research to eradicate breast cancer. Learn more at www.beccacosmetics.com.
Manic Panic
This October, 100% of the proceeds of MANIC PANIC’s JEM Amplified Hair Color in Pink for the month of October will be donated to CANCERLAND, a media platform focused on changing the conversation about breast cancer through the honest voices of real individuals living with the disease. After co-founder Snooky’s personal battle with and beating breast cancer, MANIC PANIC, is extremely dedicated to do whatever they can to aid in helping those suffering and survivors of the disease.
COS Bar
Bobbi Brown Art Stick Duo Set ($50)- Features two best-selling shades of pink that flatter all skin tones: Dusty Pink and Electric Pink. For every set purchased, Bobbi Brown will donate $10 to the Breast Cancer Research Foundation. Available the first week of October.
Oribe Pink Dry Texturizing Spray ($44) - Oribe is proudly partnering for a second year with the National Breast Cancer Foundation, Inc. to created out Limited Edition Pink Dry Texturizing Spray. In Stores now.
Clinique Great Skin, Great Cause DDML+ ($38.00)- Special Edition Jumbo DDML+ offered for this year's Breast Cancer Awareness Campaign with a unique charm. This set features a limited-edition jumbo size. Dramatically Different Moisturizing Lotion+ paired with a pink BCA key ring. $10.00 from each sale goes to the Breast Cancer Research Foundation. Available the first week in October.
Sand & Sky
Australia’s Sand & Sky is known for its Millennial Pink skincare treatments and this October the brand is going pink for BCA donating 30% of proceeds from the sale of their robes, mask and robe kit, or exfoliator and robe kit to Look Good Feel Better during the entire month of October.
Koral
Inspired by founder Ilana Kugel’s late grandmother’s battle with breast cancer, Koral is donating 25% of the proceeds from the three of their best sellers below to the Keep-A-Breast Foundation.
Naked Cashmere
Donating $50 for every purchase of the LOVE Scarf and donating $25 for every purchase of the Love Slippers, Love Gloves, and Love Pom-Pom Beanie to the Breast Cancer Research Foundation (BCRF).
Aerie
Donating 100% of the proceeds from the Bright Pink Play High Neck Sports Bra and Bright Pink Move High Waisted 7/8 Legging will be donated to Bright Pink through 10/31. Customers of select Aerie stores can design bracelets that will be donated to hospitals for women in treatment and recovery.
Lunya
Lunya partnered up with the Fuck Cancer (501c3) organization to create the ultimate Power Suit. We believe in clothes that serve a purpose and confidently send a message - and this one definitely does, with the Fuck Cancer logo embroidered on the left arm. This set is a limited edition must-have and we don’t have many to sell, so don’t snooze on this one - get yours before they’re gone. Comfort with a cause, now that’s something we can get behind!
100% of the proceeds from each suit sold will be donated to the Fuck Cancer (501c3) non-profit organization, which provides resources to promote early detection and prevention, as well as support for cancer patients and their families.
Privé Revaux
The brand will be donating 50% of proceeds from four pink sunglasses styles to the Susan G. Komen Foundation.
ESTÉE LAUDER
The company will be donating 100 percent of each purchase of the limited-edition Powerful Pink Color Collection from Sept. 2018-June 2019 to the Breast Cancer Research Foundation.
Saks Fifth Avenue
All proceeds from the Carolina Herrera Key to the Cure Poppy T-shirt will go to supporting the AiRS Foundation, with a guaranteed minimum donation of $250,000. It is available for purchase at all Saks Fifth Avenue locations in the US and Canada, as well as online.
H&M
This October, H&M is launching the first collection of bras for breast cancer survivors with inspiration from one of their employees while supporting the American Cancer Society (ACS) as they unite in the fight against breast cancer. One hundred percent of sales from the H&M "Close to My Heart" collection on www.hm.com will go directly to the American Cancer Society.
The "Close to My Heart" collection was inspired by an H&M employee surviving breast cancer who was unable to find affordable, fashionable and functional undergarments in her time in need. H&M created this collection for her and all those fighting against breast cancer around the world. The assortment includes three style bras in muted neutral tones. You can choose from a sports bra in fast-drying and functional fabric in a racer back style as well as a soft-cup bra in either lace or microfiber with ventilating mesh pockets.
LOFT
In honor of Breast Cancer Awareness Month and BCRF's 25th anniversary, LOFT created this limited-edition set of earrings. 60% of the purchase price will be donated to Breast Cancer Research Foundation through November 15.
No B.S. Skincare
50% of the retail price on the Ultra-Hydating Moisurizer with SPF 20 goes to Susan G. Komen.
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This One Tool Will Help You Meet All Your Marketing Goals Next Month
Mood boards = marketing goals.
When you’re thinking about marketing for your business, you have to start with aligned goals. How many followers do you want to have by the end of the month? How many people do you want your content to reach? What time of day should you post to get the most impressions? The list goes on and on.
Think about it; when was the last time you revamped your marketing strategy for your business? There are over 100 billion ideas on Pinterest, and the vast majority come from both companies and blogs. Whether you’re selling ice cream or writing personal development blogs to inspire your audience, Pinterest can help you grow your business.
If you haven’t even begun to think about using Pinterest for your business, you should definitely start today. Pinterest just reached 250 million monthly active users, and over half are from outside the US. If one of your marketing goals is to build your audience and increase distribution for your content this year, you better put a pin in it. (Get it?)
Keep on reading for tips on how to leverage Pinterest to meet your business marketing goals.
Pinterest Best Practices
Get a Pinterest Business Account
Getting a business profile is your signal to Pinterest that you are on the platform to be discovered, so they take steps to distribute your content. A business account on Pinterest will let you see the analytics behind your content and help you measure your success in order to meet your goals. Upgrade your profile or sign up for a free business account here.
Claim Your Website
Linking your website (or Instagram, YouTube, or Etsy) to your Pinterest profile signals that it’s a trustworthy source. It also allows unlocks pro tools like PinStats, and gives you attribution. This means your profile picture will show up on every Pin that comes from your website, no matter who saves it.
Create Pins Often
Consistency is key on almost every social media platform, including Pinterest. Consistent, daily activity on Pinterest is better than a once-a-week flurry. Be sure to create pins that link back to your website in order to give followers a fresh feed of content. Since Pinterest works like a search engine, the reach of your content will continue to grow over time.
Use Data and Insights
PinStats are an easy way to see how your Pins are performing at a glance. Just tap any Pin from your profile for a quick view of its impressions, saves, close-ups and clicks. For a deeper dive, visit Pinterest Analytics on desktop.
Look Forward
People on Pinterest plan ahead. As a general rule of thumb, start creating Pins that are relevant to trends, seasons, and holidays 45 days before the event.
Optimize Your Website
Add the Save button to your website so that it’s easier and faster for people to save your content to Pinterest. It can increase your saves up to 5x.
People are in a unique mindset with they use Pinterest. They aren’t coming to see what their friends are up to or what’s happening in the latest news cycle. They are literally coming to Pinterest to discover things they will love and make them a part of their life. This means your content is the feature on Pinterest, not the distraction, which is a powerful place to be when growing your business.
Do you use Pinterest for your business? Let us know your best practices in the comments!
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Links from our Group Chat: Emily Ratajkowski, Instagram, Voting and more!
Cue the nonstop ringing, there’s huge news.
Amy Schumer and Emily Ratajkowski among more than 300 people got arrested- no, not in another Judd Apatow film, but in real life. They were protesting Brett Kavanaugh, whose Supreme Court nomination hit the chamber floor and is now officially confirmed.
We all know how this goes. You open your group chat and ask “where should we go for our next GNO?”, and then it turns into some back and forth small talk that makes it hard to nail a decision. If that definitely sounds familiar, then we’re all on the same boat. Google Maps just rolled out a feature where you can compile a list of restaurants with locations, reviews, and a link to everything, making the decision process a lot easier. When you have to unwind from the workweek, Google Maps now totally has your back.
Another spot-on move, Spotify. The music streaming platform we all love to use during our morning commute is making rush hour on the freeway a lot easier with podcasts. It’s in beta right now, but hopefully you can catch the next episode of WorkParty on there soon!
It’s time for another hectic week, which also is time for another Trump meme to get in a quick laugh. The president was caught stepping onto Air Force One with none other than a piece of tissue stuck to his shoe, and nobody told him about it. Nobody. Everyone on Twitter is using their Oscar-worthy scoring capabilities and remixing the video and they do not disappoint.
First BBM PINs, then Snapcodes, now Instagram Nametags. Yes. Instagram nametags are now here so you don’t have to spell out your punny blog name when you meet people IRL. To make one, all you have to do is log into your profile, choose your favorite emoji, or snap a selfie to add a personal touch. Then, when it comes time to add people you meet at our conferences, summits or meet-ups just push and hold in the in-app camera to scan!
Presidential Alert: we’re here to explain what that random notification was. According to a September 13th press release sent out by FEMA, “the Wireless Emergency Alert (WEA) system is used to warn the public about dangerous weather, missing children, and other critical situations through alerts on cell phones. The national test will use the same special tone and vibration as with all WEA messages (i.e. Tornado Warning, AMBER Alert). Users cannot opt out of receiving the WEA test.” Luckily for Chrissy Teigen, Trump can’t block her this time.
Google is doing some crazy sh*t, and we’re here for it. Gmail’s new Smart Compose feature is creepy but cool at the same time, just like Black Mirror. As you’re typing your emails, Gmail will finish your sentences based on AI. Google and robots: 1, us: 0.
Have you ever had a conversation in strictly emojis or needed one for your Instagram caption or IG Story and the keyboard didn’t have what you were looking for? Don’t worry, because Apple is releasing a new set with the iOS 12.1 update, which includes a bagel, a cupcake, a party face and so much more!
Nov. 6 is coming up, and getting the deets on voting can be difficult. We’re here to help. Start out by going to vote.org and click on the red button that says “find your polling place” and follow the steps there. On voting day, you’re gonna need your ID or to sign a document to validate your identity. Happy Midterms season! We look forward to seeing you all with your I voted stickers!
By: Ashley Banayan
Ashley Banayan is a senior at the University of Southern California pursuing a Bachelor of Arts in Public Relations from the Annenberg School for Communication and Journalism with a minor in Web Technologies and Applications from the Viterbi School of Engineering. Currently, she works as an editorial intern for Create and Cultivate. She has experience in traditional public relations, social media marketing, influencer relations, content creation, and web development. Furthermore, she is the founder of Geocasion, a company designing Snapchat Geofilters for both businesses and personal clients, garnering 4.5 million views. In turn, these experiences led her to focus on the convergence and disruption in media, communication and web technologies.
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The Biggest Mic-Drop Moments from Our Resistance Rises Pop-Up in D.C.
Show up and show out.
Resistance. Defined as the refusal to accept or comply with something; the attempt to prevent something by action or argument. It's easy to sit by and let things happen; it's harder to stand up and fight for what’s right. And that’s something we’ve all been faced with all of our lives and particularly within the last few years. It’s also why we’ve teamed up with Amazon Prime Video and its hit-show The Man in the High Castle, which has resistance embedded in its core storyline and characters. Together, our goal is to bring you compelling, noteworthy, and inspiring conversations that we hope will encourage everyone here to go out and shake shit up.
The first stop during our Resistance Rising pop-up took place in Washington D.C.. Yes, right as some very impactful protests were happening. We flocked to the Line Hotel and the energy in the room was electric - to say the least. Our first-ever D.C. pop-up was made particularly special thanks to our lovely speakers Alex Elle, Katalina Mayorga, Randi Gloss, Brandi Chantalle, and Brittany Packnett who joined us for an impactful discussion on the important issues we’re currently facing and how to become more effective change agents in our communities.
The ladies discussed the true meaning of resistance, how it started, and what it means to each of them. They also touched on how productive discomfort can encourage women to go out and make a change, but still touched on the importance of putting yourself first. The audience also learned on how to use questions as a tool to effectively speak to people who may have difference beliefs or stances on different issues. Overall, the room was electrifying and made our first time in D.C. one for the books. Ahead, some key takeaways from the conversation and more information on how you can get registered to vote and make a difference.
Mic-Drop Moments
“The resistance is showing up for each other.” -Randi Gloss
“People think that the resistance started the day after 2016 election and I’m here to tell you that it did not. There were lots of women, and women of color in particular all across this country who reminded this country of how to protest, what it looked like to protest, what it means to get arrested when it wasn’t planned, what it means to show up to a march when there is no time on a flyer.”-Brittany Packnett
“Changing is not failing.”-Randi Gloss
“Social media is great, but doing the work off the internet is greater.”-Alex Elle
“Just because you’re a progressively white woman, it doesn’t mean you’re woke.”-Katalina Mayorga
”Be mindful of your homegirls that are not checking in on you every week and asking if you’re okay.”-Randi Gloss
“I always think: How can I be present to my community that’s right in front of me, before I lend myself to a fight that is beyond my home?”-Brandi Chantalle
“The changes that I’m making, glory to god you’re going to benefit from them, but they’re for ME”-Brittany Packnett
“Showing up as my whole self, and being on my best behavior, and sharing my truth is the lesson, and whoever receives that can take it and do with what they will.”-Alex Elle
“If you can’t think of questions right away, just ask why.”-Katalina Mayorga
“A lot of people think things are happening to them and that they are not able to be in charge. We need to recognize that we are all change agents and that we have power in the decisions we make.”-Brandi Chantalle
”Self-choosing is HARD. The hard work is what we don’t want to do. A lot of people are looking for the why and not the HOW? And the how is SHOWING UP! Self choosing has to be the goal. You are allowed to choose yourself without guilt, shame or second guessing.”- Alex Elle
”Sauce is forever, juice is temporary.”- Randi Gloss
”I’ve been trying to get myself free so I can go out and do it for other people but I am still learning to advocate for myself.” -Brittany Packnett
”A lot of the time choosing yourself is almost a last resort.” - Randi Gloss
”Before you look into your community, look into yourself. Write in your journal. Self advocacy is filling out what do I need today? It’s vocalizing what you need, when you need it.”- Randi Gloss
”Asking a lot of questions breaks down defenses. That way things start to unravel and then you start to draw conclusions of how illogical that belief is.”- Brittany Packnett
Join the Resistance
We’re encouraging our readers to get out and vote in the November elections, as registration in many cities will be closing soon. To find out the deadline for your state, click here. And yes, you can register to vote online and the process takes an average of two minutes or less to complete. Head to the polls, and most importantly, resist.
While we wait for November, be sure to catch Season 3 of The Man in the High Castle only on Amazon Prime Video starting today and use the hashtag #ResistanceRises to join in on the conversation online!
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Watch Us Work: Join Us in NYC for a Night with Local Small Business Owners!
Big night out for small biz owners!
Watch Us Work! We’re throwing a much-needed night out for the New York City small business community. We’ve teamed up with Mastercard to bring together a rad group of successful female founders for an evening of real-talk about doing it all for your business. The conversation, tips and tricks are sure to be…well, priceless! And so is the event—which is why it’s free to enter with a reservation. Secure your spot by adding your name to the form below. See you there!
The Breakdown:
Wednesday, October 10th, 2018 | 6:30pm-9:45pm
6:30 PM | Doors Open…
Grab a drink & some light bites while networking with your fellow Create & Cultivators.
7:00 PM | Fireside Chat…
Create & Cultivate CEO & Founder Jaclyn Johnson and Mastercard North America Small Business Lead Ginger Siegel talk small business
7:15 PM | Panel and Q&A…
Mastering Year One: A conversation on how you survive the ups and downs of a big year as a small business owner.
8:00 PM | Happy Hour…
Meet the speakers and your fellow NYC small business community over drinks and light bites.
The Panel:
Mastering Year One
A conversation on how you survive the ups and downs of a big year as a small business owner.
The Panelists:
The Location:
Union Park
5 East 17th Street, NYC, NY
This event RSVP is now closed. Please note that space is limited for this event. To guarantee entry, we always suggest arriving early!
Poppin' By: The East L.A. Studio of Hija de tu Madre by Patty Delgado
The Hija de tu Madre founder is such a boss.
Every month this year we're profiling a female entrepreneur, popping by their workspace and enjoying a bit of bubbly. "Poppin' By" is a Create & Cultivate profile series in Partnership with Chandon. Here's a cheers to amazing, working women!
When we log onto Instagram, we’re bound to see an influx of different brands and shops that made their mark on the social media platform. Every now and then we come across one that sticks out, and has a message that’s so much more than just an item of clothing. In this case, one social-first brand we haven’t taken our eyes off of is Hija de tu Madre. The colorful Instagram feed has a much bigger story and message, and it’s one of the few Latinx-inspired marketplaces out there for the millennial audience.
Do a quick search of the #VirgencitaJacket hashtag on Instagram and you’ll come across a sea of women sporting the bedazzled version of The Virgin of Guadalupe left and right. As a first-generation Latina, Patty strived to highlight the beautiful culture of the Latinx people through history, symbolism, and vibrant designs that get people talking. You’ll find jackets, jewelry pieces, cell phone cases, and so much more, with a few messages directed towards today’s current politics, Latinx sayings, and downright art.
Patty was kind of enough to allow us to step into her Boyle Heights showroom, as the business has grown from its online presence. We chatted about her story, how she got started, and how Hija de tu Madre is changing the world of Latinx fashion. Cheers!
Can you share the backstory on how Hija Tu Madre came about?
Back in 2016 I made a #VirgencitaJacket for myself, and I instantly fell in love with it. A light bulb went off in my head, I knew that if this jacket meant so much to my personal cultural core, other Latinas might feel the same. Fast forward a few months later, I launched Hija de tu Madre with just $500, 30 Virgencita Jackets and a mission to celebrate Latina identity in fashion.
What inspired the movement of your sequin embroidered jackets?
The Virgencita Jacket started it all, and then we started doing other designs like Frida Kahlo, our Sacred Corazon, LATAM flags, Loteria inspired designs, and kids jackets. Our jackets are loud shiny statements of identity, and are what make our brand really special.
What’s the favorite part of your workspace?
Pink errythang! I like to feel inspired and surrounded by cultural inspiration, and my headquarters does just that.
What has been the most surprising element of entrepreneurship for you?
I’m constantly blown away by how supportive other women have been of my journey, and how many new friends I’ve made because of Hija de tu Madre.
What are some of the biggest rewards you’ve experienced being a Latinx business owner?
The biggest reward has been being able to connect with a wide audience of Latinas who just get me. I love being able to share my vision with my followers and customers every single day, the community that we’ve built so far is the best part of my job.
Where do you find your inspiration?
I find inspiration in my childhood, upbringing, culture, family, and Mexican / Xicana identity.
Is there anyone you wish you would’ve hired earlier on for your business?
I think I’ve been growing my business at the right pace, and hiring the right people at the right time. So, I don’t think I would’ve hired anyone in the earlier stage because it wouldn’t have been the right time.
If you could tell your 20-year-old self anything, what would it be?
Your life is about to pop off real quick, I promise. Also, care more about your credit score.
If there’s one piece of advice you could give all female entrepreneurs what would it be?
Take the risk, and invest in your happiness.
Who are your biggest female influences?
All the women in my family, because they’ve always been hustlers. They’re my biggest supporters.
What do you hope is next for your business?
I’d like to grow our business to include more product categories like home and office goods. In addition to growing our collections, we want to keep creating pieces and content the celebrate Latinas. Making sure our customers feel empowered and seen is our number one priority.
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