Working together works.

Posted on Jul 8, 2009 in wealth | 12 comments

A couple weeks ago I ordered half dozen books about female entrepreneurship. I’m only on the first one and already feel it’s making a huge difference. The main message is that women’s approach to business is different than men’s. Mainly because women are natural connectors.

Women love to gab and can bond over something as small as a brand of tea. We don’t really need much more in common that a love for Jimmy Choo shoes. When I moved to South Dakota, I was lost without my female friends back in London just a quick text message away. They gave me confidence, support, and a bond I attribute to my success.

I half-heartedly tried to rebuild my girly group here with little success. To be honest, I wasn’t trying that hard because until now I didn’t realize just how insanely important it is. This past week I’ve made it a point to expand my female network every day and I’m taken back by just how easy it’s been!

Here’s just a few of my new amigas:

  • Jennifer Lee of Life Unfolds. I’ve admired Jennifer from afar and now we have all sorts of good ideas in the mix. Jennifer is an extremely talented artist and and I’m so honored to work with her!
  • Kelly Watson of WomenwiseMarketing.com. I have read her marketing blog for months and am doing a guest post.
  • Jamie Ridler of Open the Door. Another inspiring artist who’s all about doing what you love, Jamie just launched a new website and will be giving away promo codes for my new app, Vision Board.
  • Christine Kane of ChristineKane.com. A singer song-writer who first inspired me to create a vision board, Christine’s blog is one not to miss. She’ll be giving away my app as well.
  • Valentina Ramos of ValendinaDesigns.com. Her fabulous work will be featured in my Vision Board app!
  • Susanah Conway of Ink on my Fingers. Susanah is the catalyst who woke me up to the power of collaboration when she interviewed me on her blog last spring. She is an outstanding photographer and writer and I’m lucky enough to be taking her Unraveling eCourse.
  • Leigh Duncan-Durst of LivePath. I just got back from a three hour rap session with Leigh and I have to say it’s so cool to have this talented woman living in the same town as me.

Don’t get me wrong. I love collaborating with guys too. In fact, there’s a few names of some amazing men I could add to the list as well. But for now, I’m focusing on my girly group. There’s just something about girlfriends that makes life complete.

12 Comments

  1. Kelly Watson | Womenwise Marketing - July 9, 2009

    Thanks for the link love, Carla! Your iPhone app makes me want to buy an iPhone so badly … I can definitely see how it would be helpful.

    I’m a huge fan of Susannah Conway too … I just signed up for her mailing list, and I can’t wait to take her next Unraveling ecourse. You’ll have to let me know how you like it!

  2. Janine Nicoll - July 9, 2009

    I discovered you and your app a few weeks ago and I feel I have found a “soul sister” in regards to your philosophy, living with passion and purpose, and female entrepreneurism. I’m several steps behind you, but I am overjoyed that I have found my first “role model.” I thank you for the inspiration and guidance you give to me… from afar. For this, I am grateful. Thank you Ms. White!!! Blessings to you.

  3. Valentina - July 10, 2009

    Carla, thank you so much for this post :) I feel the same way about girlfriends.
    I can’t wait to see Vision Board and work with you in other projects!
    Happy Friday :)

  4. Alexis - July 12, 2009

    Hi Carla,
    I’m a fellow Unraveller and I just wanted to stop by and say hello before class starts. Your blog is fantastic and I can’t wait to spend some time exploring!

  5. Linda - July 12, 2009

    I’m a fellow unraveller and I just wanted to say hi and say I started reading your blog and I’m enjoying it so much. You have a lot of really interesting ideas, I can’t wait to read more.

  6. Debi - July 12, 2009

    Another unraveller stopping by to say hi and I must say, I just laughed OUT LOUD sitting here all by myself when this image popped up. I got good vibes immediately. :)

  7. Debi - July 12, 2009

    Hmmm. don’t know if my comment disappeared or if I just didn’t notice that you had to approve it before publishing, but just in case . . . just a fellow unraveller stopping by, saying hi, laughing at this wonderfully funny image, and feeling good about the next 8 weeks. :)

  8. Jeanne - July 13, 2009

    Woman can be the most incredible supporters!! I look forward to Unravelling with you!

  9. Jeanne - July 13, 2009

    I can’t wait to get to know you better through Unravelling!

  10. Paul B. Taubman - July 14, 2009

    Thanks for posting the the list of books! I look forward to seeing your ‘Guy’ list as well (if there is one!)

    Be Well.

    Paul.
    http://www.AllAboutGratitude.com

  11. Leigh Duncan-Durst - July 20, 2009

    Carla, finding a woman like you in this town was like going for a Spa Day — envigorating! I’m stoked about the ideastorms we can produce… and for the new friendship! XO – Leigh

  12. Susannah - July 26, 2009

    amen to that! i think we need to book in a phone date soon, don’t you? x

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