The Little Black Book

Your Girlfriends’ Guide to Women in Business

THE LITTLE BLACK BOOK

BY LADY SAVANT SOCIETY

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We seek to build long-lasting relationships with our patients, not only by delivering expert, comprehensive healthcare to women at every stage of their lives-from preteen through menopause-but by doing so with the utmost compassion, support and respect.

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We cant believe it is 2017!! A new year, a new opportunity to rock it. Are your goals set? Do you have a success path?

Life is so short and we are gifted a new start, a new day…every day.

Make every day count (on your terms.) Do you know what your own terms are? So many times we drift through life just doing what we think we are supposed to be doing and end up feeling empty. But it’s up to each and HYHU\ RQH RI XV WR ƓQG RXW ZKDW RXU WHUPV DUH When you do, don’t overwhelm yourself with it…just pick a point to start and do it.

We all have so many things to be thankful and grateful for. Don’t beat yourself up if you haven’t started on your new goals or even your bucket list yet, because you can start ANY day. Maybe today is the day.

You just have to commit to yourself (which is hard) and surround yourself with amazing people that will help you and cheer you on along the way.

Last year was an unbelievable year of growth for Lady Savant, however, we also went through a lot of growing pains. This year, we have gotten super clear and we are making our dreams come true. We launched a online school for women entrepreneurs (although all are welcome), Lady Savant Inner Circle (bringing local shopping back), Mommy Savant Magazine in Hoboken, and Lady Savant Foundation (we are working on building a school in Cambodia.) Whew… I know a lot!

Thank goodness we have been blessed with an amazing team to get it all done because one thing is for sure: no one succeeds alone.

Our next issue we will be featuring a “Miracle Section.” We all receive miracles in our life… some are small and some are BIG. If you have a miraculous story to share with the world, we want to hear from you!

CONTRIBUTORS:

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Editor - Nicole Breen Cover Story -Nicole Breen Graphic Designer - Kristine Carney THE 4 C’S AND A GUIDE TO ACQUIRING DIAMONDS - Jalpa Pandit THE IMPORTANCE OF LOOKING UP - Kathryn Lancioni Cover Photo - Star Equity; www.davidkogut.com/ SALES, EVENTS AND MEMBERSHIPS - Connie Franzen Sales - Melissa Azzarto // for advertising information email:info@ladysavant.com

Lady Savant Foundation Launches in Bergen County Fundraising Gala on May 4th at Arcola Country Club to %HQHĹľW <RXWK LQ &DPERGLD /DG\ 6DYDQW )RXQGDWLRQ ZLOO PDUN LWV RIĆ&#x201C;FLDO ODXQFK LQ %HUJHQ &RXQW\ ZLWK D fundraising Gala on May 4th, 2017, at Arcola Golf Club in Paramus, NJ. The Lady 6DYDQW )RXQGDWLRQ LV D 1RQ 3URĆ&#x201C;W 2UJDQL]DWLRQ UHJLVWHUHG LQ )UDQNOLQ /DNHV 1- ,WV mission is â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;Empowering the Next Generation: Mind, Body and Soul.â&#x20AC;? Their foundation LV RQH RI WKH SLOODUV RI WKH /DG\ 6DYDQW 6RFLHW\ D IRU SURĆ&#x201C;W EXVLQHVV WKDW LV D SODWIRUP and sisterhood for women entrepreneurs to grow and promote their businesses. The idea for the Foundation grew organically from the business side as most members are moms who wanted to give more! While the business is focused more on women, the Foundation is focused on helping children and their families around the globe.

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Sponsorships and donations will be a large part of meeting the fundraising goals so please donate today!

Please visit us at www.ladysavantfoundation.com for more information, or contact Erin Lepone for more information on advertising your business through a sponsorship: Erin@ladysavant.com

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Women sharing their courageous stories in business

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Founders of Lady Savant Society and The Little Black Book ZZZ ODG\VDYDQW FRP EUDQG\Q#ODG\VDYDQW FRP PDULHO#ODG\VDYDQW FRP

We help women get inspired and break through to the next level in business through premium business trainings, wisdom, and through a community of inspired lady bosses. We are best friends, Texans, and business partners who have launched several businesses, one of them being Lady Savant Society. It all started with a furniture painting hobby out of our garages that evolved over the years into a full blown community and learning platform for women entrepreneurs. We want to help you start or grow your business through our online workshops, live power mastermind breakfasts in NJ and NYC, mini mastermind circles, and retreats.

“Live as if you were going to die tomorrow. Learn as if you were going to live forever. There is no greater agony than bearing an untold story inside you.“ - Maya Angelou

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“Never get so busy making a living,

that you forget to make a life.” Dolly Parton

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<HOORZ 'RJ 'HVLJQV \GRJGHVLJQV#JPDLO FRP ZZZ \GRJGHVLJQV FRP (201) 739-5119 I am a graphic and website designer and my business is called Yellow Dog Designs. We provide all the tools you need to help your business succeed. We take your business vision from concept to reality by creating a logo, website, marketing and branding design, video, brochure, ads that make your company the one other businesses want to work with, customers want to visit, and everyone wants to know. Through years of helping entrepreneurs and small businesses start their businesses, I have written a business manual “A Business Toolkit for Beginners” to help you get your business running and organized. This step-by-step manual will walk you through how to make your dream business become a reality! It helps you plan how to simply improve our business, media plans, and get organized. The manual includes instructions, website references, helpful tips and worksheets to keep you organized and on track. www.entrepreneur-toolkit.com

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“You are never too old to set another goal or to dream a

new dream. “ ~C.S. Lewis

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Favorite Quote: â&#x20AC;&#x153;Nothing great was ever achieved without enthusiasm.â&#x20AC;?

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Each of my designs (whether they are originals or digital reproductions) are hand drawn landmarks, states, countries, animals, or custom created out of Xs and Os. I love giving hugs. This is how the concept of our Xs and Os art came to be. Everyone needs joy and hugs. Through my art, I want people to feel the love and hope behind each design and be reminded daily that they matter and are loved always. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Joy does not simply happen to us. We have to choose joy and keep choosing it every day.â&#x20AC;? ~Henri J. M. Nouwen

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and I am HAPPY to help YOU do that as well! LuLaroe provides the opportunity for people to create freedom by selling comfortable, affordable clothing. â&#x20AC;&#x153;â&#x20AC;&#x153;Come out of the masses. Stand alone like a Lion and live your life according to your own light.â&#x20AC;? ~Osho

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Coldwell Banker 0DU\DQQH HOVDHVVHU#JPDLO FRP (551).206.9264 I help orchestrate completely seamless home sale transactions. Beyond having almost 40 years of hands on experience in Real Estate construction and sales, I have a natural intuition to anticipate the next move so my clients secure the best position for the most SURĆ&#x201C;WDEOH UHVXOW â&#x20AC;&#x153;When you serve RWKHUV UHDOO\ ZHOO Ć&#x201C;UVW WKH PRQH\ IROORZV Ĺ?

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â&#x20AC;&#x153;Treat yourself to a luxurious experience; you deserve it!

Our full-service salon and spa will make your stress fade awayâ&#x20AC;? ~Philosopher

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#AMAZINGFEMALES // LADY BOSSES

safe and comfortable and Lulu is artistic and an accessory expert. The combination of us makes Maluka a real shopping adventure. In the Spring of 2016, we launched our own label, Virginia Wolf, which is now available in Maluka and in specialty boutiques from NY to LA..

Favorite Quote: â&#x20AC;&#x153;A girl should be 2 things: Classy and Fabulous â&#x20AC;&#x153; ~CoCo Chanel %LELĹ&#x2018;] 5HVWDXUDQW _ /RXQJH 284 Center Avenue :HVWZRRG 1HZ -HUVH\ HYHQWV#ELEL]ORXQJH FRP ZZZ ELEL]ORXQJH FRP 5HVWDXUDQW ZZZ IDFHERRN FRP %LEL]/RXQJH I am delighted to help you plan for your next celebration or business lunch or dinner at Bibiâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;z Restaurant | Lounge in Westwood, NJ. We also FDWHU IRU RU PRUH WR \RXU KRPH RU RIĆ&#x201C;FH Bibiâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;z specializes in Global American Cuisine featuring carefully-sourced, pasture-raised, no hormones, no antibiotics, wild and sustainable ingredients. We are Gluten Free Experts and will meet any dietary restrictions, so donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t hesitate to ask.

We are proud to be recognized by OPEN TABLE DINERSâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; CHOICE AWARDS each year since 2011 for Best Group Dining and Best Artisanal Cocktails; (201) MAGAZINEâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S BEST OF BERGEN has also recognized us since 2011 for Best Gluten Free, Best Cocktail Menu, Best Mediterranean, Best Healthy Restaurant.

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â&#x20AC;&#x153;Laughter is an instant vacationâ&#x20AC;?. ~MILTON BERLE

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o many, divorce has a negative connotation: failure to make a marriage work, struggle to make a

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et’s face it — we’ve become a downward looking society. Between smartphones, web-enabled watches and computers, most of us spend the majority of our day looking down - or, at least away from the people around us. Given the fact that nonverbal communication accounts for 93% of a message (what you are saying to someone), it is big problem if we always look down.

Think for a minute about all of the things you can tell by simply looking at someone: A smile or frown tells whether someone is happy or sad. A furrowed or lifted brow signals confusion or surprise. A tear from an eye indicates sadness or grief. And, blushed cheeks show embarrassment or nerves. If we are constantly looking down, all of these things go unnoticed. And, we are probably missing the true meaning of the message being communicated to us by the other person.

Think for a minute about a recent conversation you have had with a friend, spouse, partner or child — did you feel like they didn’t understand what you were saying to them? Or, did they seem confused when responding to something that seemed straight-forward? Chances are they were looking down when they were talking to you.

Imagine how much easier the conversation would have been if they’d been looking at you when you were talking to them.

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conversation the old fashioned way—face-toface and eye-to-eye? Here are a few pointers: 7LS : Don’t start a conversation with someone who is looking down. Before you start talking to someone, make sure they are looking at you. Eye contact is the key to understanding.

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7LS : Keep you phone hidden—chances are that the other person will as well. Most adults are overly aware of the fact they spend too much time on their smartphones.

But, most look to others around them for guidance. If you keep yours tucked away, the chances are likely they will too!

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Thatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s a prime opportunity to get them to speak to you face-to-face. Secondâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;send them a message and follow-up with a phone call or in-person meeting. Some people like to be briefed before having a conversation so they can formulate their response or questions in advance.

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