Step Up To Success

Step Up is a national, non-profit membership organization dedicated to connecting and advancing women and girls. Step Up bridges communities of professional women and underserved teen girls through mentorship, networking and advancement.

Below you will find articles from Liz’s monthly column for Step Up’s national newsletter, where she offers members insight each month into key steps to success.

45 Life Lessons & Five to Grow On

45 Life Lessons & Five to Grow On

When I was thinking about what to write for my December column, I decided it should be about slowing down during the holidays, something of an oxymoron for most of us. Then it hit me: when I need a good dose of reality, simplicity and old fashioned wisdom, I often turn to Regina Brett’s 45 [...]
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Live While You’re Alive

Live While You’re Alive

I lost one of the dearest people in my life last week. My “Auntie” was 95 years young and had more personality in her little finger than most people have in their entire bodies. She was filled to the brim with determination and spunk, or as my British mother liked to say, “piss and vinegar.” [...]
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What are people saying about you?

What are people saying about you?

In personal branding, as in life, the little things matter. Every move that you make and everything that you put your name on reflects your brand. Brand and reputation are closely linked. Companies are constantly evaluated by the way they are perceived by the competition, the media and their customers. You are constantly being judged [...]
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The Real Secret to Time Management

The Real Secret to Time Management

There’s no shortage of time management books, tips and tricks. Yet most people I know seem to struggle with their time in one way or another. We all have the same 168 hours every week of our lives. Once you take out time for work, sleep, meals and commuting, you’re left with roughly six to [...]
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Take Your Foot Off the Brake

Take Your Foot Off the Brake

I live with fear. It’s a constant companion. In fact, it’s one we all know pretty well, and anyone who tells you she’s completely fearless is lying through her perfectly straight, overly whitened teeth. Author Susan Jeffers had it right when she wrote the book, “Feel the Fear and Do it Anyway.” The secret, she [...]
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