Having someone who’s life looks perfect and magazine glossy tell you how to fix your life can be infuriating and not the least bit helpful when we’re stuck in our lives and don’t know how to get out.

Luckily, the universe gave us both Jen Sincero and her book, You Are a Badass.

I first heard the phrase “Proper Planning Prevents Poor Performance” when I was seventeen.  I had arrived at college a few weeks early for field hockey pre-season and had just met Jenna Boutin.  I don’t remember what we were talking about, but I’ll never forget her sassy, matter-of-fact response, “well, proper planning prevents poor performance, so it’s her own fault.”

Five rules for Powerful Ladies to always remember & live by! Print a copy to hang on your mirror or keep in your wallet :)

For four years I struggled with calling this company, this vision I so much believe in, Powerful Ladies. I knew our name would be most people’s first introduction and I struggled over each individual word. This is how I was able to pull the trigger and go.