✅ Today's Checklist: 

• Get inspired to start a side hustle
• Thania shares how she'd handle gender bias on a global team
• Recipe of the week: French onion soup

🤔 Trivia: In the United States, what state produces the largest amount of cranberries, a staple of Thanksgiving meals? Find out.

🚫 Reconsider relying too heavily on applicant tracking systems—they're crushing job seekers' chances.

💼 How to find the best tools for finance, estate planning, and more to organize your future.

📲 Meet Capacities, the all-in-one productivity app that's taking on Notion.

🩷 "I didn't have a 'good reason' to get an abortion. Here's why I shouldn't need one."

 

 

With Women's Entrepreneurship Day coming up on November 19, let's take a moment to celebrate the entrepreneurial spark that lives within so many of us. Whether you're balancing a full-time job or just dipping a toe into the entrepreneurial world, this day serves as a reminder that building something of your own—no matter how small—is entirely possible.

Why Start a Side Hustle?

Financial Freedom: A side hustle can offer extra financial stability and peace of mind, especially in unpredictable times. Diversifying your income streams gives you more control over your finances.

Test the Waters: Not ready to quit your day job? Start small! Trying out a business idea on the side lets you experiment without the pressure of immediate success.

Grow Your Skills: Launching a side gig challenges you to develop new skills that not only look great on a resume but can lead to surprising growth.

Tips for Getting Started

1. Find Your Niche: What do you love, and what are you good at? Discover a side hustle that aligns with your skills—whether it's crafting, freelancing, or consulting.

2. Do Your Market Research: Before diving in, understand what's out there. Use tools like Google Trends to see if there's demand for your idea and get a sense of potential customers and competitors.

3. Set Goals: Define what success means for you. Whether it's extra cash, new connections, or a potential career shift, having a clear goal keeps you on track.

4. Use Online Platforms: Platforms like Etsy for makers, Upwork for freelancers, and Shopify for e-commerce can connect you to your market with minimal costs.

5. Network for Support: Surround yourself with fellow side hustlers. Communities like Lean In provide support and advice. And if you're looking for inspo, check out the Women's Entrepreneurship Day Summit 2024, a virtual event packed with insights and networking opportunities.

This November, let Women's Entrepreneurship Day be the push you need to start that side gig or passion project. Because every big dream starts small.

 

Running a business? Congrats! You've officially signed up to wear every hat possible. Bookkeeper? That's you. Marketing guru? Also you. Barista? Probably you too if there's caffeine involved. Here's the truth—handling everything on your own isn't sustainable, but the good news is, you don't have to.

We've rounded up some game-changing tools that make running your business almost as easy as your morning coffee order. Get ready to delegate some of those hats.

🏆 Tools to Save Your Sanity:

• 💳 Square: Payment? Accepted. Square handles everything from invoicing to swiping, so you can focus on actual work (or Instagram scrolling, we don't judge).
• 💌 HubSpot: Need to organize your customer contacts but allergic to spreadsheets? HubSpot is your CRM fairy godmother, helping you automate emails, track leads, and remember that one client's favorite cat meme.
• 💸 Freshbooks: Keeping up with invoices and expenses shouldn't feel like a full-time job. FreshBooks is like having a bookkeeper on speed dial – tracking time, automating invoices, and managing expenses so you can focus on what matters most (like finding that next big client).
• 🖥️ GoDaddy: It's not just for domain hoarding! GoDaddy helps you grab your web address, build a site, and even dabble in email marketing. It's like a digital Swiss Army knife.
• 🎨 Canva: Goodbye, terrible clip art. Canva lets you create social posts, flyers, and even ads that look professional (without paying a designer's salary). Think of it as your secret weapon for looking super fancy!

So go ahead—use these tools to take some tasks off your plate. You've got enough to juggle!

A reader recently shared their struggle with "working with a man of Asian culture and dealing with his culturally low view of strong women," shedding light on the challenges of navigating cultural dynamics on international teams.

Reflecting on my own experience, I once worked for a manufacturer owned by a Chinese company, where the dynamics during conference calls were notably different. It was clear that male executives from the parent company were treated with more deference than their female counterparts, who were often interrupted or overlooked, regardless of their titles or contributions.

This observation was initially puzzling. I considered whether the disparity was due to differences in job titles—were the women just not high enough in the hierarchy? However, it became evident that the issue was more deeply rooted in cultural perceptions of gender roles than in professional status alone.

Back then, I didn't fully understand these nuances, but if I faced this today, here's how I'd approach it:

1. Get Curious About Culture: Taking time to understand colleagues' cultural backgrounds can reveal why certain behaviors or dynamics exist. Knowing the values, traditions, and norms of different regions can help provide context.
2. Champion Mutual Respect: Creating a workplace that values diverse norms is key. Setting up discussions or workshops about different cultural expectations can open the door to more understanding and respect.
3. Use Clear Communication: If you notice disrespect, address it directly but professionally. Respectful, clear boundary-setting helps others understand expectations.
4. Advocate for Inclusion: Promoting diversity isn't just about your role—it's about speaking up for anyone who might be affected. A culture of equality benefits everyone.
5. Lean on Allies: Building connections with supportive colleagues (especially those across cultures) can help create a stronger, more inclusive workplace.
6. Know Your Worth: If a workplace culture continually fails to offer respect, it might be time to move on. Knowing your value means you don't settle where your voice isn't heard.

Navigating these dynamics isn't about changing others' perspectives but about standing firm in your own worth while fostering understanding. Use these experiences to create a space where all voices are valued—because we all deserve to be heard.

Thania (TA Content Mgr)

Managing a global team sounds exciting, right? Until you're knee-deep in tax laws from seven different countries, coordinating pay in five currencies, and trying to figure out if Bob in Belgium has the right health coverage.

Let's be real: hiring globally can be a logistical migraine. But what if there was a fun way to manage all this? Or at least a way that doesn't make you want to throw your laptop out the window.

Enter these HR dynamos: Rippling, Remote, Deel, Multiplier, OysterHR, and Remofirst. They make managing global teams feel like a breeze (or at least like a well-organized breeze).

Why They're So Great:

• Rippling: Payroll? Check. IT management? Check. Rippling does it all in one smooth, sleek platform. Think of it as your global workforce superhero—saving the day (and your time) with every click.
• Deel: Freelancers, contractors, full-timers—Deel's got it covered. Get contracts signed and payments made, all while keeping things simple and compliant.
• Remote: Compliance? Nailed. This tool keeps you on the right side of every country's employment laws so you can hire anywhere without worry. Say goodbye to legal nightmares.
• Multiplier: Global payroll in multiple currencies? Easy. Multiplier makes paying international employees feel like paying your neighbor down the street.
• OysterHR: Onboard employees around the world like a pro, complete with benefits packages tailored for each country.
• Remofirst: The cost-effective choice that's perfect for smaller teams wanting a global footprint without the hefty price tag.

So, If managing a global team feels like walking a tightrope, give one of these tools a shot. Your sanity (and Bob in Belgium) will thank you.

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