Weekly News Update

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• Inc. shared that how you dress for work is more important than you realize.
• Vox explained why people, especially men, are obsessed with how female American politicians dress.
• Fashionista offered their top stories of 2018, from the royal wedding to saying goodbye to Kate Spade to more sustainable options in fashion. 
• Fashionista also reported that J.Crew is shutting down two of their brands — Mercantile and newly launched Nevereven.
• The Careerist explored why women are (secretly?) cheering the recent demise of Sheryl Sandberg's reputation — and whether it also means the end of the Lean-In.
• The Cut shared executive coaches' recommendations for books offering career advice.
• Harvard Business Review provided advice for when you're considering a big move for a job.
• If imposter syndrome is holding you back, Newsweek shared Michelle Obama's words of wisdom: “I have been at every powerful table you can think of… They are not that smart.” P.S. Her book, Becoming, is the bestselling hardcover book of 2018.
• SmartBrief suggested five tips for “managing up.”
• The Cut also pondered how often should you wash your office water bottle?
• Your Laugh of the Week: The Onion shared Revlon's latest beauty product, PhantoGel.

On CorporetteMoms Recently…

• We continued our Week in the Life of a Working Mom series with a nurse practitioner from New York.
• We asked what your holiday gift-giving to do list looks like.
• We offered some clothes for working moms, including some maternity basics and washable workwear.

Did we miss anything? Add 'em here, or send them to news@corporette.com. Thank you! Also: Are you a mom or mom-to-be? Don’t miss this week’s news update at CorporetteMoms.