Power plays out in so many areas of our lives. But the concept can be complicated, especially for women. Too much power and you're unlikeable. Not enough, and you risk not having a seat at the table. So what should power mean to us? What should it be used for and who should have it? These are the kind of questions we're exploring at Marie Claire, both at our Power Play events, where we gather and celebrate influential women, and in our coverage of politics, money, career, and leadership.
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At Power Play, Freedom Is Doing Business on Your Terms
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'Marie Claire' gathered industry leaders in Atlanta for a day of inspirational programming with takeaways for anyone feeling ambitious.
The Business of Beauty: How Science-Driven Innovation Drives Growth and Success –
Panelists dished on everything AI, TikTok, Clinique's groundbreaking formulas, and what ingredients *actually* benefit the skin.
The Women's Sports Boom Is Driven By Leaders With "Purpose"
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From the Olympic mat to the back office, these innovators bring their entire selves to sports.
Even Leaders Get Burnout. Here's How They Deal
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Level up without flaming out.
Kandi Burruss Isn't Afraid of Investing in Herself
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"I don't think any successful entrepreneur has been able to be successful without taking chances or gambling on themselves."
First Came Success. Then Came "Dreamer's Fatigue"
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Marsai Martin, Carol Martin, and DJ Miss Milan opened up about the other side of success at Power Play.
Are These Stylists the Secret to Leveling Up Your Career?
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Power looks different in 2025. A new wave of professionals are helping women dress the part.
Gen Z Wants to Be the CEOs of Themselves
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Three leaders are putting misconceptions about their generation to rest.
A’ja Wilson Says the "Biggest Thing" in Addressing the Gender Pay Gap Is Finding Allies to Invest in the WNBA
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The WNBA star and author spoke to editor-in-chief Nikki Ogunnaike for 'Marie Claire' podcast "Nice Talk."
The New Power Suit
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Modern-day skirt sets mean business (if you want them to).
Rupi Kaur Opened Marie Claire's 2024 Power Play With Poetry
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“I want to leave this place knowing I did something with my body other than trying to make it look perfect.”
Kandi Burruss Is Betting Big on Broadway
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With the runaway success of 'Othello,' the former Bravo star has proven her brand extends far beyond Bravo. And her legacy may just be transforming the stage.
