Productivity Secrets to Live By: Implementing Work Sprints Into Your Day
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 […]
Time Management Tips For When You Work Alone
If you read our blog post last week, you learned how working around people (like in our Coworking space!) helps your brain focus better. It’s scientifically proven that working around another person who is exerting effort will help you work too. But we understand you can’t always make time for our space or you simply […]
How Coworking Helps You Stay on Task
Exiling yourself in a room isn’t a great way to actually finish your work. If you think eliminating distractions will help you focus more, then think again. Although this is a wide-held belief, it actually doesn’t help. Surrounding yourself with others who are working will encourage you to work too–and that’s science, people. A 2016 […]
Here’s What You Missed: April
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: – […]
How Sharing a Meal is Creating Community Change
Getting creative when you’re wanting to refresh your business is difficult. There are only so many ways or so much money you can spend on your team. But in 2014, the city of Chicago took a new and effective approach to reaching their community. They started On The Table, where individuals gather into small groups […]
How To Use Social Media for Customer Engagement
Part of refreshing your business is taking another look at your social media strategy. It’s not enough to have a profile on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn, etc., but your accounts need to be active with creative content. Taking a unique approach to each platform will allow your brand to stand out among the rest of […]
Reasons Why Networking is Your Friend
Although the internet is a wonderful creation and you’re putting lots of work into your marketing strategy, the age old concept of networking is still relevant. Putting yourself on social media is necessary for this age, but there are consumers you will not reach unless you’re physically in front of them. To accomplish this, attend […]
Empowering Our Girls for Tomorrow
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 […]
Our Reading List: Contemporary Books for Women By Women
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 […]
Our Reading List: Classic Books for Women by Women
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 […]