Reading List
Inspiring books for women Here’s a list of inspiring books for women. Whether you are looking for personal success as a woman in business, or inspiration to become the best you can be, all the books offer a different point of view in life and some practical advice on...
Serena Williams’ Missed Opportunity – Why Truth Is More Powerful Than A Fight
The US golden girl of tennis, Serena Williams, lost her temper at the US Open final against Japan's Naomi Osaka after being given a warning when her coach was seen to give on court coaching (which he later confirmed). She then claimed that the umpire was sexist...
4 Ways to Answer the Question “What Do You Do?” When Networking
We don’t need to rehash why networking is so important for women who are hoping to get ahead in the job market. Talking to, listening to, and learning from other women who have jumped similar career hurdles can help a person, no matter where she stands currently in...
It’s OK To Want A Bigger Life
"It’s ok to want a bigger life." This sentence resonated big time with me when I was in the first DrivenWoman session almost three years ago. I did not exactly know what that 'bigger life' would mean to me and I felt a bit ungrateful and ashamed to say that I was not...
Are You Ready To Trust Your Journey In Its Entirety
After giving birth to my twin boys nine years ago I started re-evaluating how I wanted to live. I had never considered myself a ‘mother type’ and even after having kids I knew I wanted more. Up until then I had completely defined my identity via my work. Soon I chose...
How To Do Things You Don’t Want To Do (And Beat Procrastination Fast)
What is the one thing you should accomplish this week? Something that has to get done or else you are not moving towards the life you want? We all procrastinate sometimes but whatever the reason for putting things off, there are ways you can move through the...
Dare To Say Out Loud What You Want
There's only one thing in life that's more difficult than getting what you want. Knowing what you want. Most of us go through life never really understanding or wanting to find out who they are and what would set their heart on fire. There's nothing heroic in...
How To Carve Out Space To Work On Your Own Dreams (And Keep Everyone Happy)
Do you feel it's sometimes hard to carve out time for yourself and your own ideas? Life can feel overwhelming at times and after managing work, family and friends even a holiday break doesn't seem to offer peace and quiet many of us long for. Even when you have a...
Commitment Is The Key To Success
Commitment is often hailed as the key ingredient to success. During my years building DrivenWoman I have met thousands of ambitious women who are eager to realise their dreams and goals. These who make it are women who accept that keys to success are in their own...
From Burnout To Brilliance – How Accepting New Beginnings Can Change Your Life
Life isn’t always easy. We’re all going to have, or have had, our fair share of shitty things happening in-between the amazingly good stuff. That’s life. Imagine a blissful truly uncomplicated life.… could get a tad boring if everything was just plain sailing. You...