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Welcome to another empowering week with Miss EmpowHer! This roundup is packed with opportunities, stories, and resources just for you.

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Women Who Network NYC: Beyond the Brand — Building Influence, Impact & Income (3/31)

Date: Tuesday, March 31, 2026
Time: 6:00 PM – 8:30 PM Location: Shopify NY | SoHo
Audience: Founders, Creatives, Investors, and Professionals

JOIN US FOR Miss EmpowHer experience for founders, creatives, and investors shaping the future of influence, innovation, and ownership.

The evening features two high-impact panel discussions, an extended networking marketplace, and immersive activations blending business strategy, creativity, and connection. Guests will leave with actionable insights, meaningful relationships, and tools to grow their platforms and portfolios.

FAQs: For Miss EmpowHer Event 

How can I get my company to pay for my Miss EmpowHer event ticket? 

Many companies offer a learning and development or education budget that may cover the cost of your ticket. When making your request, highlight how attending the event aligns with your role and benefits your company. Demonstrate how the knowledge and connections you gain will contribute to your work. Use our email template. 

Can entrepreneurs write off networking events as a tax deduction?

Yes, entrepreneurs may be able to write off networking events as a tax deduction, subject to specific conditions:

Business Purpose: The event must have a business-related purpose (e.g., meeting clients, partners).   

Record Keeping: Keep detailed records of the event, attendees, and business purpose.

Expense Documentation: Retain receipts for registration fees, travel, and meals. Disclaimer: This information is for general knowledge and should not be considered professional tax advice. Consult a qualified accountant for advice specific to your tax situation and eligibility for deductions

🚀 Resources for You

💼 Professionals

The Right Way to Talk About Failure

One of the most common interview questions is: “Tell me about a time you failed.”

But most candidates get it wrong.

They either deflect, humblebrag, or blame others, when the real focus isn’t the failure itself, it’s the recovery.

This post breaks down strong examples of how to answer the question the right way: showing self-awareness, growth, and actual change. The key isn’t just what went wrong, but what you learned and how you improved your process after.

Because at the end of the day, employers don’t care that you failed they care how you handled it.

Check out the post below 👇

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Founders

How Are Small Brands Creating Big-Brand Content ?

Building a brand today isn’t just about the product, it’s about how you present it. But high-quality visuals and creative production have traditionally been expensive and out of reach for smaller businesses.

This reel highlights how new tools are making professional-level product photos and creative assets more accessible, allowing founders to create polished, on-brand content without needing a full production team.

For early-stage founders, this shift is huge. It lowers the barrier to entry and makes it easier to compete with larger, more established brands.

Because in today’s market, how your product looks can be just as important as what it is.

 Check out the reel below 👇

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Creatives

Are We Marketing to People or with Them?

This Ad Age Next Gen clip makes it simple: the era of polished, one-way campaigns is over.

Brands are moving toward conversation text groups, two-way dialogue, and actually involving their audience in the process.

The shift is clear: people don’t just want to watch anymore… they want to be part of it.

 Watch the TikTok below 👇

@nya.etienne

if you missed the @Ad Age Next Gen Marketing Summit, I got you! here’s everything you need to know in 45 seconds ✨ #genz #mediapartner #ma... See more

Investors

Are Influencers the new Venture Capitalists?

A shift is happening in real time, and it’s not subtle.

We’re seeing more creators move from just promoting brands to actually investing in them. Think less “paid partnership” and more ownership + influence.

Recently, big signals dropped:

– Angel Reese stepping in as an investor

– Brands like SAUZ bringing 21 creators onto their cap table

And honestly? This isn’t coming out of nowhere. Celebrities and athletes have been doing this for years, but now it’s expanding to creators who actually understand the culture AND the audience.

👀 The difference now is intention. It’s not just about stacking big-name investors anymore, it’s about having people who get the product and can move communities.

As the market becomes more competitive, who you bring in matters just as much as what you build.

Check out this Tiktok below 👇

@kristinjenee

Are you sensing the shift? #creatoreconomy #angelreese #topicals

🔥Who is Hiring?

If you’re job hunting, pivoting, or just browsing: Here’s some of the companies hiring, with opportunities across media, tech and digital storytelling this week.

💻 Social Media Manager | CÉCRED

This role focuses on leading end-to-end social media strategy, from content planning and campaign execution to community management and analytics. You’d be working cross-functionally with creative and marketing teams while also collaborating with influencers and tracking performance through KPIs and social listening tools. Strong fit for someone in beauty + digital marketing looking to step into a more strategic role.

📍 Los Angeles (Hybrid)

💰 Full-time + benefits (medical, 401k)

💼 Apply Here

💻  Creative Operations Manager / Senior Producer | Lululemon

These roles sit within lululemon’s Global Brand Creative Studio, helping bring large-scale campaigns to life. You’d be overseeing creative workflows, managing production timelines, and ensuring alignment across teams to execute high-level brand storytelling. Ideal for someone interested in creative direction, production, and brand operations at a global level.

📍 Los Angeles

💼 Apply Here

💻 U.S. Public Policy Fellowship | Google

Paid Fellowship for students interested in tech + policy + impact work. Works at the intersection of tech and policy, supporting real-world policy initiatives.It’s a strong entry point into public policy, government relations, or tech ethics, with exposure to real-world policy work and industry leaders.

📍 U.S. (Summer 2026)

💼 Apply Here

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