Author/Playwright/Professor

Therapist or life coach? The difference, and why you may need both.

Losing weight after 50: Tricks, tips, and one woman’s triumph over the last 20.

When bad things mean good news: Tragedies are often doorways
to discovery and success.

 
Ever wonder what the It girls of Beverly Hills buy when they need a special something?
For those who’d rather remain poolside, an online resource for all things gifty is the 90210 BFF.  Nicole’s Beverly Hills features mother-of-pearl martini glasses next to baby baskets, candles and spa accessories next to tea packages, and a pink sapphire [...]

Member of the Los Angeles Incubator
My business is … LuLu’s Mondel Bread, the perfect cross between a cookie and biscotti. I have taken a family recipe and spiced it up. We now offer 10 flavors!
My dream is … to open a bakery with divine coffee and impeccable home accessories.
I launched because … following your [...]

Each week we feature a book written by a member of the Incubator.
This week:
Closet Control

Who: Stylist and fashion expert Barbara Horowitz
Incubator city: Los Angeles
What: How to keep your clothes up-to-date
Why: Restyle is the new retail
In your overflowing closet there lurks a wonderful wardrobe. But if you can’t see the forest for the shoe trees, you [...]

If you’re looking for smart and simple strategies to make your business a success, register for Vision to Venture, a special event for women entrepreneurs hosted by Microsoft Office Live Small Business. The event features top small business experts who will deliver inspiration and practical advice on how to make your dream business come true. [...]

 
When it comes to child safety, it’s senseless to take changes. here to make sure you don’t is Britt Michaelian’s “Care for Kids: The Essential Guide to Preparing Caregivers.” A vital tutorial for parents and anyone else in charge of children, this DVD covers emergency procedures, accident prevention, first-aid skills, car seat know-how, and event [...]

Member of the Sacramento, CA, Incubator
My business is … Uptown Liz, which was founded in memory of my 28-year-old sister who died of breast cancer. We promote products from companies whose proceeds go directly to charitable organizations all over the world.
My dream is … to improve the world around us by donating over $1 billion [...]