Wellness

Is “The Hustle” A Total Scam?

Yes, you read that right. You might think it’s odd for a brand like Girlboss to publish that headline, but we know it as well as you do: all work and no life isn’t cutting it. And the consequences can be dire.

life

What Happens When Your Trauma Is Someone Else’s Entertainment?

The Kavanaugh sexual assault hearing reminded too many women that even if you scream you might not have a voice.

life

13 Quotes That’ll Make You Stop Thinking and Start Doing

Wise words that’ll kick your butt into action.

Trends

17 Underrated Feminist Comedies You Need To Watch Right Now

So much more than just “Beaches,” “Bridesmaids,” and “Brave.”

beauty

How the Election Spawned a Feminist Makeup Brand

This female founder took to her beauty routine to make a statement.

Do This One Thing To Get Your Cover Letter Noticed

The task of writing a cover letter for a prospective job is one of those things that generally falls under the “ugh no no no can someone just do it for me” category, right alongside going to the dentist, picking up “one or two things” at IKEA on a Sunday, drinking a respectable amount of water before going to bed after a long night on...

Trends

How Two VICE Correspondents Landed Their (Really Intense) Dream Jobs

The pair talked with Girlboss on one of their (rare) days off in New York City, sharing insight into what it’s like to carry out their jobs in completely unpredictable and dangerous environments, as well as what aspiring journalists can do to follow in their adventurous footsteps.

How To

How to Approach Someone You Admire Without Feeling Like a Creep

We’ve all had that moment: The cosmos conspire in such a way that your path crosses with a woman you admire like crazy. 

How To

How to Leave Your Job and Make ‘Em Miss You (Even If You’ve Been Fired)

Molly Erman arrived in New York straight out of college at age 22—she had a room in a crappy apartment, about $500 in the bank, and an assistant position at her favorite magazine. She was unyielding in her desire to be great at the job, except for one thing: she knew basically nothing about working in an office. Luckily, there were other assistants like her,...

Do Selfies Really Empower Women?

If the meteoric rise of mainstream (read: highly marketable) feminism in recent years has taught me anything, it’s that it’s important for the modern woman to always feel empowered. And as some of those lesson plans go, one of the easiest ways to do that is by taking selfies. I know this, and you probably do too, because Kim Kardashian (leading authority on the subject) told us so....