Weekly News Update

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• The New Yorker reported that shoppers at New York thrift store Beacon's Closet are benefitting from the KonMari effect as more people are purging their closets when following the advice of Marie Kondo. 
• Fashionista shared that while PETA is calling for an end to the use of wool, various big names in the industry have already adopted ethical standards for their wool suppliers.
• Fashionista also interviewed Patagonia's CEO about how the brand's political activism and philanthropy have helped business.
• The Ladders, published via Thrive Global, shared results of a survey about women and work-life balance, particularly when it comes to having a side hustle or two.
• Quartz at Work considered alternatives to employee wellness plans to promote healthy workplaces.
• The Washington Post suggested that not only is being “too aggressive” harmful for women in the workplace, but being funny can also have a negative impact.
• The Washington Post also recommended a book about one woman's journey through various means of self-care.
• The Strategist provided a list of 13 personal finance books.
• The Muse offered alternatives to using “to whom it may concern” in cover letters.
• The Goods explained how the federal government shutdown is affecting air travel and security.
• Good Morning America shared advice for young women from Sen. Kamala Harris, a potential 2020 presidential candidate.
• Your Laugh of the Week: Following that viral Gillette ad, McSweeney's shared how men can join the fight against the war on toxic masculinity.
• Your Inspiration of the Week: Following a perfect 10 at a gymnastics competition by UCLA student Katelyn Ohashi, The Huffington Post shared the video, along with comic Ali Wong's take on the routine.

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• We took a look back in the CorporetteMoms time capsule.
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• We offered some clothes for working moms, including some maternity basics and washable workwear.

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