written by Samantha Proctor Summer has finally made its appearance–kids are out of school, which means you get eight more hours every day with the kiddos. Depending on your outlook, and how much you love your kids (totally kidding), this is a good thing or a bad thing! One thing I can say for sure: you’re probably running out of …
Written by Samantha Proctor What does productivity look like? It probably looks different to you than it does to me. To share a little story–on so many occasions, I tell my husband “I feel like we’ve had a productive day!” He then looks at me, laughs, and usually disagrees. When I look at what we do on a typical day, …
I’m definitely someone who doesn’t believe in traditional breaks. The thought of cutting one hour out of my day for lunch or running an errand doesn’t work in my brain. The moment I come back, I am mentally done for the day. Someone could potentially argue how I’m more focused during the first half of my day as I prepare …
If the saying, April Showers brings May Flowers rings true – it’s going to be a beautiful May in Lawrenceville! We know that the rain and storms we’ve had may have kept you out of the office, but we want to make sure you’re caught up on all things Cornerstone! Here’s What You Missed: – Cornerstone Members’ Luncheon – On …
Written by Samantha Proctor Can we just talk about the beautiful weather we’ve had lately? There is something about a beautiful day that makes me feel happy and productive. I’m currently sitting outside at Cornerstone Coworking. Every year, they set patio furniture outside so coworkers can soak up some sun while taking a break or finishing projects. There are numerous …
Spring is a fun season for many reasons: it’s starting to warm up, flowers are blooming, and everyone’s a little happier. As you stare out your office window or at you cubicle wall, you’re daydreaming about being anywhere besides work. You’re planning your summer trips, wishing you were outside, or simply enjoying the idea of warmer weather. And odds are, …
Empowering women shouldn’t start the moment they’re conscious of the differences surrounding them. Teaching them of their power and ability should start at a young age. Whether it’s your daughter, sister, student, niece, or goddaughter, help them realize all they’re capable of so they grow them into smart and courageous women. There are a few ways you can build up …
We’ve all heard women are “catty.” As a woman, there’s always the fear of getting too many of us in one room. We grow up comparing ourselves to each other and looking for the girl next to us to stumble. But this doesn’t solve the issue of equality and empowerment among us. In order to fully seek equality, we must …
In true modern fashion, these books redefine femininity while also restructuring our ideas of female beauty and women in the workforce. Examining the modern woman and the ways our culture has grown since the first and second waves of feminism helps us envision where we’ll be in the future. Check out some current writers who are shaping the future for …
Women have used literature to break through male dominated fields for centuries. The first documented account of a female-published work in English is from Anne Bradstreet in the 17th century. However, Plato raved of Greek poet Sappho, one of the first feminist writers from the 6th century BCE. Through classic works of literature and contemporary memoir-style books, women have made …
