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10/23/2007
Shoe-Crazy, But Business-Savvy
This sister decided that a pricey footwear fetish could be a boon to--rather than a drain on--her bank account. Here's her advice for turning a fixation into an enterprise

09/11/2007
Busy Behind the Runway
Backstage at many of Fashion Week's hottest shows is a sister-run support crew that minds the details

05/29/2007
Move Over, Vera Wang
The Ethiopian-born founder of Amsale tells us how she became one of the hottest designers in the bridal industry

01/25/2007
Work Wisely:
Why Are Suspicions Raised When Blacks Gather?
How can we associate with our Black coworkers without paying the price professionally? Life coach Harriette Cole has some ideas

11/07/2006
Work Wisely: No Drama at the Office Holiday Party
Planning to attend a holiday party with office mates or colleagues? Here's etiquette expert Harriette Cole's advice for making the scene--without making a scene

09/19/2006
Work Wisely:
Time for an Office Etiquette Check?
If you're finding a lot of resistance from coworkers, you might need a refresher course in common courtesy, says etiquette expert Harriette Cole

06/20/2006
Work Wisely:
The Etiquette of Staying Connected
Is technology allowing personal communications to intrude on your work time (or vice versa)? Etiquette expert Harriette Cole has some advice on how to set boundaries

04/04/2006
Work Wisely:
How to Handle the Office Side Hustle
From cookies to cosmetics, it seems as if folks are always trying to sell their coworkers something. Whether you're the would-be buyer or the seller, etiquette expert Harriette Cole has important advice for dealing with the on-the-job sales pitch

02/27/2006
Work Wisely:
Brownnosing--Can It Ever Work?
Some say flattery will get you nowhere, but is that true in the workplace? Life coach Harriette Cole explores the pros and cons of kissing up

01/31/2006
Work Wisely:
Can Coworkers Be Friends?
Making friends out of coworkers isn't always wise, says life coach Harriette Cole. Here's how to distinguish a pal from a "close associate"


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