January 2008

Meet Ann Cramer.  Her life and career revolve around what she can do for her community, and she's done a lot. From literacy programs for the disabled to job training for the disadvantaged, Cramer has catapulted the IBM community presence to a new level. Her passion for serving  comes from one place- the heart, and that's why she is Atlanta Woman magazine's Power Woman of the Year.

Also, you'll be introduced to the Top 25 Women to Watch. They are not your ordinary women because they do such extraordinary things.

In this Issue

Financially Sound: The Art of Negotiating Severance
What to do when your company lets you go

Health and Wellness: Stress, Stress, STRESS!
Five tips to take the stress out of your life

Ann Cramer: Power Woman of the Year
Cover Story

Last World: Hell On Wheels
One woman's ordeal with car-killing speed bumps, and a duct tape-wielding husband

Atlanta Woman's Top 25 Professional Women To Watch

Power Shopper: Packing For A Business Trip Isn't Difficult
Tips on looking great on the road

Leadership: Balancing What's Best For The Company And Employees

Woman of Impact: Conservationist Leaves Tangible Legacy

Woman of the Year Nominee: Medical Supplier
Helping women and minorities with an entrepreneurial flair

After Hours: From 12th Night To A Jousting Fight, Dinner Theaters Offer Knights To Remember

Drum Roll: Sustainability Warrior
Idealist works to reduce the environmental footprint and build a better world.

Up and Comers: Charm Offensive
Elizabeth Smithgall works to win friends and influence people. And does a lot of both.

Fan Male: Making The Time To Care And Act

I Used to be ... And Now I'm ...: Chemical Engineering To Career Adviser
Helene Lollis teaches women to climb the corporate ladder.