Having visited The Tory burch boutique in Nolita to meet Ivanka Trump to wearing Sara Claire and Esther for scenes, it is very important to take the extra time to dress until you feel confident. Confidence is key to being articulate and poised in business meetings and it's time to find the brands that achieve such feeling.
Today's to do list became slightly interrupted when I had to see my dermatologist. I have a scene this Wednesday and need to be camera ready. A chemical peel later, I should be good to go.
It's strange yet exciting to have to focus on my looks so much as I step into being a Lights star. I will look glamorous at times on the show but that doesn't mean that I'm not sitting at my camera man's place in sweats and glasses with no make up on right now. Remember I'm still an entrepreneur and there isn't time to always look your best to strangers.
I had my liter of water, organic juice and stretched and can't wait to start ballet.
What are your fashion and beauty secrets? First to leave a comment receives a special gift. Xoxo
Monday, December 7, 2009
Sunday, December 6, 2009
Time Management
If it was any other Sunday, I would stay up and work until I couldn't work anymore. However, as
my new Monday Resolution I, have decided to wake up extra early and start my week off right.
This month is all about finishing the pilot for the premiere and in preparation for the premiere (date TBD early 2010), I need to approach key sponsors to make this happen.
I will set my alarm at 8am, Stay in my black knock off version of a black Juicy Couture sweatsuit and while I heat up water for the morning green tea, I will sit on the carpet and work on my middle splits while downing a liter of NYC tap water before my tea. Just typing this seems like a dream lifestyle way of beginning my morning.
After a warm up i will then do 50 pliés (when I go back to Ohio I am taking private ballet lessons) and then work on the following to do list:
1. Tweet what time it is
2. Research the Tory Burch foundation.
3. Identify who I want to approach as sponsors for the step and repeat
4. Design perspectus for potential sponsors
5. Take 20 min and walk to health food store to order 32 oz of organic vegetable and apple/carrot juice
6. Check Twitter and Facebook
7. Finish perspectus
8. Text Marigo and Email Sara Claire and Esther regarding scenes that need to be filmed
9. Follow up with Zara Terez
10. Call The World Bar and find out if I can film there for a drink filmed meeting with Emily
11. Take a break and finish reading The Trump Card
12. Eat
13. Drink water!
14. Go!!! To the apple store and find the right person to talk to about having the premiere there! That would be a dream!!
Wow. I am really looking forward to my day.
I have to write to do lists more often. I hope it helps my mind focus and manages my time beyond my wildest expectations.
15. Otrera and marigo
16. Write femmetrepreneurs questions to send to femmes to feature them on my blog.
Happy Monday! Xo
my new Monday Resolution I, have decided to wake up extra early and start my week off right.
This month is all about finishing the pilot for the premiere and in preparation for the premiere (date TBD early 2010), I need to approach key sponsors to make this happen.
I will set my alarm at 8am, Stay in my black knock off version of a black Juicy Couture sweatsuit and while I heat up water for the morning green tea, I will sit on the carpet and work on my middle splits while downing a liter of NYC tap water before my tea. Just typing this seems like a dream lifestyle way of beginning my morning.
After a warm up i will then do 50 pliés (when I go back to Ohio I am taking private ballet lessons) and then work on the following to do list:
1. Tweet what time it is
2. Research the Tory Burch foundation.
3. Identify who I want to approach as sponsors for the step and repeat
4. Design perspectus for potential sponsors
5. Take 20 min and walk to health food store to order 32 oz of organic vegetable and apple/carrot juice
6. Check Twitter and Facebook
7. Finish perspectus
8. Text Marigo and Email Sara Claire and Esther regarding scenes that need to be filmed
9. Follow up with Zara Terez
10. Call The World Bar and find out if I can film there for a drink filmed meeting with Emily
11. Take a break and finish reading The Trump Card
12. Eat
13. Drink water!
14. Go!!! To the apple store and find the right person to talk to about having the premiere there! That would be a dream!!
Wow. I am really looking forward to my day.
I have to write to do lists more often. I hope it helps my mind focus and manages my time beyond my wildest expectations.
15. Otrera and marigo
16. Write femmetrepreneurs questions to send to femmes to feature them on my blog.
Happy Monday! Xo
Saturday, December 5, 2009
Monday Resolution
You probably have had great ideas to do something or plan something but never quite got around to it.
Whether it's writing a handwritten letter to someone you think is out of reach--hoping to get aquainted or drinking more water, take the rest of the weekend to think about how to enhance your lifestyle.
Today, I woke up and drank a liter of Penta, walked to the health food store and drank 32 oz of fresh organic vegetable juice with an apple and a carot), ate a pear and had wild salmon for lunch. (except it wasn't wild, I could tell- the Chinese woman totally lied). I looked in the mirror and my face was supple and plump and glowing and thought, "why the hell don't I do this on a quotidian basis?!"
Whatever is it make this Monday the start of a steller week to really get the things you've been dreaming of started- it'll be a good change in energy and you'll feel really good about yourself.
Have a Happy Monday Resolution
Whether it's writing a handwritten letter to someone you think is out of reach--hoping to get aquainted or drinking more water, take the rest of the weekend to think about how to enhance your lifestyle.
Today, I woke up and drank a liter of Penta, walked to the health food store and drank 32 oz of fresh organic vegetable juice with an apple and a carot), ate a pear and had wild salmon for lunch. (except it wasn't wild, I could tell- the Chinese woman totally lied). I looked in the mirror and my face was supple and plump and glowing and thought, "why the hell don't I do this on a quotidian basis?!"
Whatever is it make this Monday the start of a steller week to really get the things you've been dreaming of started- it'll be a good change in energy and you'll feel really good about yourself.
Have a Happy Monday Resolution
Friday, December 4, 2009
Trump Card— No Excuses
What a day. My back hurts from running around the city. My camera man left me the lavs (wireless mics) and I had to lug them around all day. I went to Macy's to meet with Mercedes from BeChicMag to discuss a deal— she is so sweet and talented. Then I met up with Lindsey at the Chanel counter and we did a 1920s look with red lips to match my Sara Claire & Esther styling.
I went into Louis Vuitton and of course want these $530 sunglasses. One day. One day. While I was in there one of the sales reps, Amanda, was obsessed with my coat and had to know where I got it from. Then another two Iranian? women's eyes lit up and had to know where I got my coat. I have to say that it is certainly worth putting the extra money into pieces that make you feel important and get others to notice and want to converse with you. I felt like a celebrity— better yet, I felt like an accomplished CEO just signing a big deal. Tory Burch flats are a next wish list.
I cannot wait to have a closet full of Sara Claire and Esther!
No Excuses.
I never made it to Zara Terez because I never heard back from her on Twitter. After I got home, I saw a public tweet from Zara wondering why I never showed up! I was shocked and then I realized that she had gotten back to me on the Direct Message (DM) on Twitter! I didn't even think to check that. Later on, I read another chapter of The Trump Card: and being late, stuck in traffic, Yeah Yeah Yeah, LA Ti DA is just so annoying to hear. If you want to be successful and have a edge above everyone else just get rid of the excuses. Check every communication, leave 3o min earlier than early and just be on time. I have to say excuses are becoming pet peeve for me. It's going to be interesting to overcome these habits, but we certainly can start by being aware of how often we have an excuse.
It was a great day otherwise. I went to the post office to drop off "Orange you glad you're single" to Audrina Patridge's publicist— but did something happen to prevent me from sending it?! Find out on The Lights!
I went into Louis Vuitton and of course want these $530 sunglasses. One day. One day. While I was in there one of the sales reps, Amanda, was obsessed with my coat and had to know where I got it from. Then another two Iranian? women's eyes lit up and had to know where I got my coat. I have to say that it is certainly worth putting the extra money into pieces that make you feel important and get others to notice and want to converse with you. I felt like a celebrity— better yet, I felt like an accomplished CEO just signing a big deal. Tory Burch flats are a next wish list.
I cannot wait to have a closet full of Sara Claire and Esther!
No Excuses.
I never made it to Zara Terez because I never heard back from her on Twitter. After I got home, I saw a public tweet from Zara wondering why I never showed up! I was shocked and then I realized that she had gotten back to me on the Direct Message (DM) on Twitter! I didn't even think to check that. Later on, I read another chapter of The Trump Card: and being late, stuck in traffic, Yeah Yeah Yeah, LA Ti DA is just so annoying to hear. If you want to be successful and have a edge above everyone else just get rid of the excuses. Check every communication, leave 3o min earlier than early and just be on time. I have to say excuses are becoming pet peeve for me. It's going to be interesting to overcome these habits, but we certainly can start by being aware of how often we have an excuse.
It was a great day otherwise. I went to the post office to drop off "Orange you glad you're single" to Audrina Patridge's publicist— but did something happen to prevent me from sending it?! Find out on The Lights!
Thursday, December 3, 2009
Just a quote
Success consists of going from failure to failure without loss of enthusiasm. ~Winston Churchill
If at first you don't succeed, you're running about average. ~M.H. Alderson
You have to know that if don't quit you will get there. You know the feeling of success everytime you look at yourself in the mirror. Believe in yourself and strive to be truly confident.
~Christina Esther
Wednesday, December 2, 2009
Signatures For Your Email
After my brothers wire transfer, I went shopping at NoLabelSecret in the city. He is an entrepreneur and $800 later will be getting 6 Italian (and other designers) suits, 3 dress pants, 10 dress shirts— one in every color, 4 socks, 3 ties, a tie clip, triangle "diamond" cuff links, 4 going out t-shirts, 4 going out plaid button downs, 2 sports coats, one camel/brown "leather" jacket, a pair of jeans and a partridge in a pear tree.
Turns out that some of the items I put on NoLabelSecret in the men's section ran out of some sizes so I am now going to follow the fate and turn NoLabelSecret.com into private shopping where I work with clients outside of NY to get them a whole new wardrobe without breaking the bank— and charge a commission. At least the videos are done and can be shown as examples of the merchandise to potential clients.
I'll have to get to that after my brother receives his shipment and shows all his friends. He already told me his friends are waiting to see everything and are thinking to have me do it for them too! Are men the secret way to make money with fashion? They seem to be an untapped market— especially for deals.
Today was so excited. I met with Sara from Sara Claire and Esther and had a wonderful conversation about are current situations. I think I talk too much (Ivanka Trump says listening is the secret to success). I had a lot to say and know that once the premiere launches I can be less crazed and develop into the woman I want to be. I will evolve. I hope it works out that I can wear a Zara Terez for my post office scene on friday. (I will spill later for what I am doing). I have to save some surprises for the show!
Deirdre Sullivan, Social Media, PR, & Partnership Director Blog Editor of Ideeli
(invite code: deirdre) signs her emails with, "A well dressed woman, even though her purse is painfully empty, can conquer the world." — Joan Crawford
How amazing is that! We all have to have signatures that show new people we meet who we are. And she's right. I believe that if I start dressing in Sara Claire and Esther, Zara Terez and Tory Burch, perhaps I will evolve into someone that exceeded my expectations. It's so important to evolve and I look forward to stepping into that once the show starts. I feel so blessed to be able to wear amazing designers and support them on the show. I cannot tell you how amazing the footage looks!
Thank you all for reading! I can't wait to interview you for this blog.
Femmetrepreneurs = sisterhood. I can't wait to have a girls night. We'll have to film it for season 2. xo
PS I need to save up for Marigo's new client— an Otrera scarf!— wearing it on the show once JUST won't cut it. They are 50% off NOON TO NOON! Saturday, December 5 at noon until Monday, December 7 at noon - here and here. but still can't afford it! Xmas gift. hmm. They are also new to twitter.
Turns out that some of the items I put on NoLabelSecret in the men's section ran out of some sizes so I am now going to follow the fate and turn NoLabelSecret.com into private shopping where I work with clients outside of NY to get them a whole new wardrobe without breaking the bank— and charge a commission. At least the videos are done and can be shown as examples of the merchandise to potential clients.
I'll have to get to that after my brother receives his shipment and shows all his friends. He already told me his friends are waiting to see everything and are thinking to have me do it for them too! Are men the secret way to make money with fashion? They seem to be an untapped market— especially for deals.
Today was so excited. I met with Sara from Sara Claire and Esther and had a wonderful conversation about are current situations. I think I talk too much (Ivanka Trump says listening is the secret to success). I had a lot to say and know that once the premiere launches I can be less crazed and develop into the woman I want to be. I will evolve. I hope it works out that I can wear a Zara Terez for my post office scene on friday. (I will spill later for what I am doing). I have to save some surprises for the show!
Deirdre Sullivan, Social Media, PR, & Partnership Director Blog Editor of Ideeli
(invite code: deirdre) signs her emails with, "A well dressed woman, even though her purse is painfully empty, can conquer the world." — Joan Crawford
How amazing is that! We all have to have signatures that show new people we meet who we are. And she's right. I believe that if I start dressing in Sara Claire and Esther, Zara Terez and Tory Burch, perhaps I will evolve into someone that exceeded my expectations. It's so important to evolve and I look forward to stepping into that once the show starts. I feel so blessed to be able to wear amazing designers and support them on the show. I cannot tell you how amazing the footage looks!
Thank you all for reading! I can't wait to interview you for this blog.
Femmetrepreneurs = sisterhood. I can't wait to have a girls night. We'll have to film it for season 2. xo
PS I need to save up for Marigo's new client— an Otrera scarf!— wearing it on the show once JUST won't cut it. They are 50% off NOON TO NOON! Saturday, December 5 at noon until Monday, December 7 at noon - here and here. but still can't afford it! Xmas gift. hmm. They are also new to twitter.
Tuesday, December 1, 2009
Testing a top CEO's word
The Trump Card (book) has incredible memos from very influential people. Ivanka Trump calls these pages "Bulletins From My BlackBerry". Well, here's what I call "iPhone Gutsy Girl"
The above photo is a paragraph from Roger Ailes- President, Fox News Channel and what caught my eye was what he wrote on the bottom of page 47...
"The barriers to entry in any field are the ones you put up for yourself. There's always plenty of room at the top. The middle can get pretty crowded. The bottom can get pretty crowded. But at the top there's always room. I have about 1500 employees at Fox News, and every day I'm searching for a new producer. For someone great. Any one of my producers can step up at any time, and occasionally one of them does. And when that happens, I find a place for them in a heartbeat."
After getting the chills and turning the page, I couldn't concentrate on Ivanka- all I could think about was what Roger Ailes had said.
"yes, I googled" -confessions of a shopoholic.
I googled "Roger Ailes Fox Contact" and there is was: his blog and email address.
So I emailed:
Ok Mister,
I found what you wrote on page 47 quite inspiring.
I have been filming for 10 months. From carrying tripods and lights to casting, editing, color correcting and a back ache to prove it- All with the "just do it" attitude. I am ready to take it to the next level.
I especially love testing men of their word. I hope to hear back from you- as I really am one of those great producers you wrote of. Do you really look for us everyday?
I have come out of the wood work, so now what?
Have a fortuitous day!!
@christinaesther
Femmetrepreneur.blogspot.com
646.812.7383
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A note on the "Ok Mister" decision. Remember all those times you hear or read about standing out, being a "gutsy girl" (cosmo girl) and especially being fearless?! Well, that is just what I decided to do to rattle his inbox- keeping in short, true to what I was thinking and enticing with no brown noseing or ass kissing in sight. Excuse the French. That's what a femmetrepreneur has to do: follow your instincts and just get it out without too much sweat and press send.
It didn't matter to me that he probably meant any one of his current 1500 employees could step up to be a great producer. Since it was so rare that one did, I though it couldn't hurt to just reach out. You never know how timing works.
It's not really the hope that he will sweep The Lights show off my hard drive- maybe Fox isn't the home for the show- It's the wonder if he'll get back to me. It's the notion that this man can pick up the phone and tell his respected colleague over at Oh, say, MTV or the CW and say "hey! you have to take a look at this". Or, maybe Just Maybe The Lights is JUST what Roger Ailes is looking for.
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