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Business Management, Finance, Entrepreneurship Lorraine Ranalli Business Management, Finance, Entrepreneurship Lorraine Ranalli

Am I Charging Enough? Picasso in the Diner

A reflective essay using the legend of Picasso to explore pricing, self-worth, and the psychology of value. Drawing on personal experience, business insight, and a Catholic faith perspective, this post challenges professionals to charge fairly, balance confidence with humility, and seek wisdom — from both the market and God — when discerning the true worth of their time and talents.

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Authentic Selling: How to Boost Sales Without Feeling Pushy

Authentic Selling for faith-driven businesses: learn how to boost sales without being pushy by serving first, practicing honesty and humility, inviting clients to “come and see,” handling rejection with grace, and using stories and testimonials to let your products shine—turning sales into a ministry of love that builds trust and results.

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Reviews, Entrepreneurship Taryn DeLong Reviews, Entrepreneurship Taryn DeLong

The Story of Kate Spade: Learning from a Design and Business Icon

There are so many biographies and memoirs about businessmen and companies founded by men. I’ve long thought we didn’t have enough books about woman-founded companies and female entrepreneurs.

That’s why I was excited to see a new book this summer about the founding of one of my own favorite brands, Kate Spade New York. We Might Just Make It After All: My Best Friendship With Kate Spade is written by Elyce Arons, Kate “Katy” Spade’s best friend and one of her co-founders.

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