Author: Lisa Henry

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Routine, Starting Your Business

How Being Your Own Boss Can Boost Your Mental Health and Well-Being

By Dean Burgess For mid-career professionals stuck in high-pressure roles, traditional employment stress can turn everyday tasks into persistent work-related anxiety. When schedules, priorities, and performance measures feel out of personal control, mental energy gets spent on coping instead of living. That’s why many startup founders start thinking differently about startup founders mental wellness as they move toward entrepreneurial autonomy, and why self-employment mental health … Continue reading How Being Your Own Boss Can Boost Your Mental Health and Well-Being

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Starting Your Business

Founder‑Led Publishing Is Quietly Rewriting the Rules

Founder‑Led Publishing Is Quietly Rewriting the Rules There’s a shift happening in publishing, subtle, but undeniable. Founders, creatives, and cultural voices are building their own imprints because the traditional model isn’t built for the stories they want to tell. This isn’t rebellion. It’s alignment. A return to people with a real point of view. Founder‑led imprints aren’t chasing trends. They’re making space for identity, nuance, … Continue reading Founder‑Led Publishing Is Quietly Rewriting the Rules

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Newsletter

The December Edit: Innovation, Impact & Renewal

Innovation, Impact & Renewal for Women Who Lead December is a season of reflection and reset. As the year closes, we lean into what’s shaping the future—technology, workplace culture, and the rituals that keep us grounded. This month, we’re spotlighting three powerful themes guiding women into 2026. 🤖 AI & The Future of Work Artificial Intelligence is reshaping how we collaborate, innovate, and lead. From … Continue reading The December Edit: Innovation, Impact & Renewal

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Routine, Starting Your Business

Use These Practical Steps to Live Your Best Life

By: Dean Burgess – Introduction Confidence isn’t an abstract state—it’s the cumulative result of consistent, aligned actions that reinforce trust in yourself. Whether you’re pursuing a new career, improving your health, or simply striving for more ease in daily life, confidence grows through structured, intentional practice. TL;DR Confidence builds through alignment: small, verifiable wins across health, purpose, and mindset. Start by improving physical vitality, nurturing … Continue reading Use These Practical Steps to Live Your Best Life

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Uncategorized

🎬 Smart Girl Brand Loves: Screen Stories That Center Her

By Smart Girl Band Staff Step Into Her Screen → Some stories don’t just entertain—they reflect us. They remind us what it means to lead, to feel, to rebuild, and to rise. Smart Girl Brand curates screen narratives that center her voice, her vision, and her evolution. These aren’t just shows and films. They’re reflections of the woman who’s rewriting her own story in real … Continue reading 🎬 Smart Girl Brand Loves: Screen Stories That Center Her

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Newsletter

The October Edit

Smart Girl Brand’s Roundup of Power, Purpose & Wellness October is a season of clarity. The air shifts, the energy sharpens, and we lean into what matters most—visibility, emotional wellness, and legacy-building. This month, we’re spotlighting three powerful moments shaping the narrative for women who lead. 🗳️ Washingtonian’s “Most Powerful Women” Issue The annual list just dropped, and it’s a masterclass in influence. From government … Continue reading The October Edit

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Routine, Starting Your Business

The Power 30: A 30-minute Ritual to Tackle What You’ve Been Avoiding

By Smart Girl Brand Staff: Let’s be real, some tasks linger not because they’re hard, but because they’re heavy. That email you’ve been dodging, the form you haven’t filled out, the pitch you keep rewriting in your head—it’s not just procrastination. It’s emotional resistance. And in 2025, Smart Girl Brand is flipping the script with a tool that’s part productivity hack, part mental health ritual: … Continue reading The Power 30: A 30-minute Ritual to Tackle What You’ve Been Avoiding

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Starting Your Business

Securing Your Genius: 7 Ways to Protect Your Intellectual Property in 2025

By: Smart Girl Brand Staff In a world where ideas move faster than ever, protecting your intellectual property (IP) isn’t just smart—it’s essential. Whether you’re launching a new product, publishing original content, or building a brand that speaks to culture and community, safeguarding your creative assets ensures your legacy stays yours. Here are seven forward-thinking strategies to protect your IP in 2025: 1. 🔍 Audit … Continue reading Securing Your Genius: 7 Ways to Protect Your Intellectual Property in 2025

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Routine

Seasonal Self-Care: Finding Balance, Joy, and Renewal All Year Long

By: Dean Burgess Self-care can sometimes feel like an extra task on a long to-do list, but when tied to the rhythm of the seasons it becomes a more natural, grounding practice. Each season offers its own cues — from the stillness of winter to the brightness of summer — that can shape how you take care of your body, mind, and spirit. By aligning … Continue reading Seasonal Self-Care: Finding Balance, Joy, and Renewal All Year Long

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Routine, Starting Your Business, Uncategorized

How to Build a Healthier Relationship with Money — Without Losing Your Mind in the Process

By: Dean Burgess You’ve probably been told to “budget better” or “invest smarter.” But when it comes to your actual relationship with money, advice like that often feels like asking a fire to behave while pouring gasoline on it. If you’ve ever avoided checking your account or felt shame after a purchase, you know this isn’t just about math. It’s about trust, patterns, and the … Continue reading How to Build a Healthier Relationship with Money — Without Losing Your Mind in the Process

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