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What I’m Reading: January

A Reading List Packed with Bestselling Industry Reads, Page-Turner Novels & Great Coffee Table Books Plus We're Starting A Book Club
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On the reading list?  Well quite a few actually.  But with a mix of boss-status motivational books, a few page-turning novels, some gorgeous cookbooks and of course a book or two pretty enough to stand alone as decor for that shelfie, this list is looking quite enjoyable! 

The One Thing: In a fascinating, yet so simple, concept, this best seller encourages people to focus their energy on only one thing at a time, leading them to live more rewarding lives by building their careers, strengthening their finances, losing weight and getting in shape, deepening their faith, and nurturing stronger marriages and personal relationships. 

Boss Life: Surviving My Own Small Business: enough said. I think any other small business owner can relate to this book at some point in their journey! As you’ll remember, my 2016 word is “structure” and I’m hoping to bring a little more sanity into my day to day.

The Leadership Secrets of Santa Claus: Any tips from one of the most time-strapped bosses around is welcome by me.  This entertaining read sheds light on many of the most common management and leadership struggles, and gives advice on how to produce significant and sustained results, and you know I love Christmas all year round. 

The Go-Giver: This great read shows how powerful it can be as a small business owner to give in order to receive.  With this change of focus, you can actually receive more ten-fold. 

Sandcastle Kings: Written by the star of Rich in Faith, the reality show I’m watching on Oxygen, SK explains that our answer to spiritual bankruptcy is through knowing Jesus. I can’t wait to dig into this one, and I just love how Rich Wilkerson, Jr. is bringing a young vibe back to the church. 

The Life-Changing Magic of Tidying Up: I’m currently reading this, and you know I’m going to go ahead and say it too: it’s truly life-changing. It’s really changed how I look at the art of tidying up, and has led me to see ways to simplify and de-clutter my life I never did before.  Stay tuned for my full download of this must-read here on the blog soon. 

Eve: Up next on my reading list, this is the highly-anticipated second book by the author of The Shack, which I read in literally 24 hours.  WM. Paul Young knows how to craft a deliciously intriguing angle, as he brings his readers down a fictional, yet religiously-based storyline. Eve is about none other than Eve herself, exploring The Creation narrative and the context of our beginnings. 

Toast: a gorgeous cookbook about one of my favorite bites.  We’re always reading cookbooks for inspiration in the kitchen, so this was a no-brainer. 

The Southerner’s Cookbook
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 By the editors of Garden & Gun, this is definitely an entertaining staple. 

All In Good TasteThis book by Kate Spade is filled with helpful how-to’s and charming entertaining tips you’ll be dying to put to use at your next soiree. 

Love Style Life: After Kat’s obsession with How to be Parisian Wherever You Are, she knew she would love this NY Times bestseller by one of our go-to’s for all things chic: Garance Doré.  Stay tuned for Kat’s favorite takeaways from Garance’s life + travel wisdom (and I’m sure a stylish ‘gram with the book or two). 

Harry Potter
: it would be an injustice to write any kind of reading post without mentioning this series.  The WOM team doesn’t pretend to be anything but dorks when it comes to our favorite wizarding gang.  It’s one of those series that you always come back to, whether you’re doing a quick reread, watching the movies or listening on Audible (Kat’s favorite road trip companion).  I’ll be proud to pass down my limited edition series someday, originally snagged on One Kings Lane, and I encourage any true fan to own their own collector’s edition series. 

What books are you currently reading?  Any you can’t put down?  Let us know in the comments below and by using #WOMBookClub on social media what we should be reading next and follow along as we share our thoughts on a new book each month in our new series Book Club (I know original name right).  Next up, The Life-Changing Magic of Tidying Up for me and, Love Style Life for Kat.  Truly, MKR

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Six Simple Ways To Start Investing Today

Here's How to Get onto the Path for Financial Success
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You know what I think they should start offering to all college students? A course in basic financial success and investing 101. Though as an undergrad, I probably couldn’t have cared less about what student loan debt really looked like, or how I should approach my 401(k). But fast forward a few years, and as a late twenty-something, I find myself pretty confused about how to start investing. There’s something so intimidating about the process when you don’t even know where to begin!

So in a mission to shed some light on the subject, I talked to my friend and chartered financial analyst, William Teague. Naturally, I started with a few simple questions (“how can I get started?” and “what should I invest in?”), and he broke it down into six simple ways to start investing today. Check them out in the slideshow above and tell me how are you saving for your future?  Cheers, Kat

P.S. In #GSD mode to make that paycheck now? Get inspired for career success with these reads, get tips on how to get your dream job in the creative industry, and check out the best advice for creative entrepreneurs!  xo

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5 Apps That Help You Live Smarter

You're Going to Thank Us For These
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I’m a big proponent of the philosophy: “always be learning.” And with New Year’s resolutions still going strong, I’m making strides to learn something new every day, as well as be very organized in the pursuit.  See, I’m not the most organized person (though I could be far worse!), so any app that can make my life a little easier as I discover something inspiring, or learn about something I must share with you all, is much appreciated.

A few months ago I shared 11 awesome apps worth a download, and today I’m adding a few more to that list. Thanks to these new discoveries, I’m pleased to say I’m finally tackling my ever-growing reading list of industry books (thanks Blinkist). MKR and I have also nailed down a solid way to share countless articles with each other without losing them in the deep dark abyss of our email inboxes (!). Enter Evernote

Click through the slideshow above to read about these five apps that help you live smarter, and do tell me: are you an avid user of any of them?  Cheers, Kat

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BLINKIST

BLINKIST

WITH BLINKIST, YOU CAN DOWNLOAD HIGHLIGHTS FROM ALL OF THE INDUSTRY AND SELF-HELP BOOKS YOU'VE EVER WANTED TO READ, HAVEN'T HAD TIME, BUT NOW IN A FRACTION OF THAT TIME! WE'VE BEEN ENJOYING THE APP'S AUDIO FUNCTION, FINDING IT EASY TO DIGEST "BLINKS" AND KEY TAKEAWAYS FROM INSPIRING, HELPFUL AND MOTIVATIONAL BOOKS ON OUR READING LISTS.

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EVERNOTE

EVERNOTE

WE'VE BEEN USING EVERNOTE ON AND OFF FOR YEARS, BUT ONLY RECENTLY HAVE WE COMMITTED TO USING THIS BEYOND-HELPFUL STORING SYSTEM AS PART OF OUR DAILY WORK ROUTINE. SAVING AND SENDING ARTICLES HAS NEVER BEEN EASIER, AND ITS CATEGORIZING AND TAGGING CAPABILITIES ARE SURE TO KEEP YOU ORGANIZED.

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THINK DIRTY

THINK DIRTY

WE FIRST TALKED ABOUT THINK DIRTY A FEW MONTHS AGO, AND WE'RE STILL RELYING ON THIS HELPFUL IPHONE APP TO TELL US WHICH BEAUTY AND CLEANING PRODUCTS ARE SAFE, AND TO GIVE US INSIGHT INTO EACH PRODUCT'S LEVEL OF CARCINOGENS AND TOXICITY. THE FINDINGS ARE TRULY EYE OPENING, AND MAY EVEN CONVINCE YOU TO DITCH YOUR FAVORITE CONCEALER.

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TILE

TILE

WE WON'T BE LOSING OUR KEYS (OR CAR OR PURSE OR WALLET FOR THAT MATTER) ANYMORE THANKS TO THE TILE APP. THESE LITTLE WHITE TILES ARE PLACED ON THE THINGS YOU CAN NEVER SEEM TO FIND, WHICH THEN STREAM A SIGNAL TO YOUR IPHONE. AN ADDED BONUS: THESE SMART LITTLE THINGS SERVE AS HOMING BEACONS TO LOCATE MISSPLACED PHONES TOO -- SIMPLY PRESS THE TILE AND YOUR PHONE WILL START SINGING.

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MAIL TO SELF

MAIL TO SELF

MAIL TO SELF IS EXACTLY THAT: A QUICK EASY PLUG-IN THAT SEAMLESSLY HELPS YOU REMEMBER TO READ (AS WELL AS SHARE WITH OTHERS) THE ARTICLES YOU LOVE BY MAILING IT TO YOURSELF. WE'RE GUILTY OF KEEPING A MILLION TABS OPEN ON OUR BROWSER IN HOPES OF HAVING TIME TO GO BACK AND READ POSTS, SO THIS APP IS GOD-SEND.

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