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  • Don’t let a salesman take advantage of you

    Be nice, but firm Most salesmen (and saleswomen) work on commission. In other words, the more you buy, the more they make. These tips will help ensure they don’t take advantage of you. It’s a dog-eat-dog world out there. As much as people genuinely enjoy helping others and doing good deeds, we all still have…

  • Ambitious accessories for the alpha woman

    Genuine leather portfolio You can’t lead big business meetings without a portfolio. It can hold all your important notes, ideas and business cards in a sleek case. This one from Etsy also has a slot for an iPad. Stay organized and in charge the way any alpha woman should with this leather accessory. (Etsy.com, $119)…

  • Ladies, this is how you negotiate a deal

    Negotiating a deal is a lot like going on a blind date — you put your best foot forward and hope for the best. Most of the time, a good deal is directly related to how well you negotiate. Studies show women pay almost 50 percent more for goods and services than men do. Ladies,…

  • Can your makeup look influence people’s perception of you?

    Makeup for an alpha woman Turns out, whether you’re vying for that big promotion at work or just want your colleagues to start taking you more seriously, the way you do your makeup actually matters. Power player We asked top beauty experts to break down what certain looks communicate to the world. Trendy makeup “Remember:…

  • Shop this look: Fashion-forward alpha females

    Oversized letter-print shirt The newest craze in fashion is typography. Cute pieces like tattoo tights and this oversized letter-print shirt allow alpha females to fearlessly say what’s on their mind. This daring piece is the center of a great look for an alpha woman. (Topshop, $80) Refuge glam ultra-skinny jeans Pair the oversized shirt with…

  • Shop this look: Business attire for alpha women

    Start with a skirt The first essential piece of any alpha female’s business style is a pencil skirt. Try this Tahari by ASL Striped Pencil Skirt. The pencil silhouette of this navy-and-white striped skirt will flatter any body type. Pair it with a solid-color top and you have the flawless office look. (Dillard’s, $69) Just…

  • Ambitious accessories for the alpha woman

    Genuine leather portfolio You can’t lead big business meetings without a portfolio. It can hold all your important notes, ideas and business cards in a sleek case. This one from Etsy also has a slot for an iPad. Stay organized and in charge the way any alpha woman should with this leather accessory. (Etsy.com, $119)…

  • Ladies, this is how you negotiate a deal

    Negotiating a deal is a lot like going on a blind date — you put your best foot forward and hope for the best. Most of the time, a good deal is directly related to how well you negotiate. Studies show women pay almost 50 percent more for goods and services than men do. Ladies,…

  • Shop this look: Fashion-forward alpha females

    Oversized letter-print shirt The newest craze in fashion is typography. Cute pieces like tattoo tights and this oversized letter-print shirt allow alpha females to fearlessly say what’s on their mind. This daring piece is the center of a great look for an alpha woman. (Topshop, $80) Refuge glam ultra-skinny jeans Pair the oversized shirt with…

  • Don’t let a salesman take advantage of you

    Be nice, but firm Most salesmen (and saleswomen) work on commission. In other words, the more you buy, the more they make. These tips will help ensure they don’t take advantage of you. It’s a dog-eat-dog world out there. As much as people genuinely enjoy helping others and doing good deeds, we all still have…