If you’ve done just about any internet or social media browsing, you’ve probably come across the term or hashtag #GirlBoss. It’s a term that has been used quite frequently over the past few years as a way to describe a girl who is confident, strong, responsible, and…well, a boss. The term originated from Sophia Amoruso’s book “Girlboss,” which is full of tips to help women be successful in the workplace and beyond.
Lately I’ve been thinking about what it means to me to be a Girl Boss. To me, a Girl Boss is…
Confident, but she is also humble.
She runs the show in certain areas, but she also is always looking for opportunities to help others.
She is strong but not afraid to admit areas that she might be weak at or need help with.
She makes others feel comfortable when they’re around her.
She is a boss, but she is not bossy.
Another characteristic of a Girl Boss is that most of the time, you know she’s a Girl Boss just by looking at her; the confidence she holds when she walks into a room, combined with her own unique, effortless, personal style. I’m lucky that I don’t just know a few Girl Bosses - I’m surrounded by them. Most of the women in my life are the women I described above, and I know I’m blessed to have that “band of sisters” to do life with.
I also must say that I come across new Girl Bosses all the time! I don’t think it’s surprising that there’s a heck of a lot of them here in New York City. I love the opportunity to meet and learn from new women whether it’s through work, at fitness classes, social gatherings, etc. So when JCPenney approached me to share my take on women who make my community come alive - this goes out to them…to all the Girl Bosses out there.
As I’ve gotten older I’ve really come into my own personal style - what makes me feel the most confident, beautiful, and comfortable in my own skin. So a few weeks ago I was shopping in JCPenney and trying on some different outfits for an upcoming event here in New York, and I immediately knew that this was the look I was going for.
blouse: Worthington short sleeve color block blouse
shorts: a.n.a® Soft Beach Shorts
shoes: a.n.a® Isha Peep-Toe High Heel Mule
When I dress in my own personal style - not dependent on trends or what anyone else says is fashionable - I feel empowered to bring out my inner Girl Boss, and then in turn I feel fired up to empower others as well. And this look just does that. 
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I am a self employed artist, so I am my own girl boss. I love myself, so that’s my answer if that makes sense! lol
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Helping others realize their potential and feel good about themselves definitely makes me feel like a “girl boss.”
I feel empowered by bold accessories.
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A nice dress makes me feel like a girl boss.
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When I feel like I’ve added value to a project, relationship, or any event in my life. Knowing that I’ve made a difference definitely makes me feel like a boss!
I’m a Girl Boss when I take care of my grams 24/7 and still manage to be a 20something killing it in the cubicle village! 😉
Clean line and simple cut outfit such as white tee with jeans makes me feel like a Girl Boss.
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Working out gives me confidence and makes me feel like a Girl Boss =)
I feel like a girl boss every time I run! I love to run long distances and conquering longer and longer distances makes me feel empowered and strong.
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What makes me a Girl Boss is being myself and wearing what I feel is classy and comfortable and doing my own thing to make me happy!!
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What makes me feel like a Girl Boss is not listening to others when they say “tools are for guys.” I love going into my garage, pulling out my tools and creating a project that makes me feel powerful and successful and skilled! I love that I can be tough and rugged one minute and soft and feminine the next!
what makes me feel like a #girlboss is getting my to-do list done, rocking a an outfit that makes me feel confident, getting to the gym in whatever way my body is craving, eating foods that make me feel good, and feeling good about who i am as a person and where i’m going.
really like this post, and how you describe a Girl Boss as being humble & confident & approachable. what makes me feel like this is when i’m operating in what i believe are my truest God-given strengths and passions, and being able to use what i have to help build others up and empower them and add value to their lives. that adds value to MINE, because i feel empowered and confident about being able to use my girts and talents towards a greater purpose. win-win.
The fact that I earn my own living as a young woman makes me feel empowered.
When a friend or co-worker comes to me for my advice or opinion I feel like a Girl Boss.
Zumba and yoga make me feel like a girl boss.
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I’m in the healthcare industry, and I’ve had a lot of Girl Bosses (some great, some not so great). I’m currently a Girl Boss to 3 young women. My goal is to empower them so they can go on to be great Girl Bosses too!
I think my active advocacy for others in the nursing profession makes me feel most like a girl boss. Giving others a voice in medical conversations makes me feel like I’m helping to support individuals get the best care possible for THEM! Thanks for this awesome giveaway!
What makes me feel like a girl boss is living my life on my terms!
Trusting my instincts makes me feel like a Girl Boss.
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I think the most important part of being a Girl Boss is empowering other women (young and old) whenever possible. When I ran a Domestic Violence Shelter I always would correct the women I worked with when they said they worked “for” me. I also stressed they worked “with” me, because we all were needed and valuable.
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What makes me feel like a girl boss is sharing wisdom with my two grandkids.
For me, a “girl boss” is the modern-day equivalent to the Proverbs 31 woman. She loves God, works hard, helps others, and knows that her beauty comes from within. This is the type of woman I strive to be each day.
When I’m challenged at work and I get to problem-solve makes me feel like a Girl Boss!
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love that outfit!!! you look great.
Having my own Interior Decorating businness makes me feels like a Girl Boss!
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Teaching my daughter to be independent and confident makes me feel like a girl boss!
I feel like a #Girlboss when I initiate ideas, think about things in a different way than I see my peers doing and assist others…nothing makes me feel more Boss than when I get to do all three of these in one project or day!
I feel like a girl boss when my co-workers focus on my ideas rather than what I’m wearing. So tired of not being taken seriously!
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One of the things that really makes me feel like a Girl Boss is when I know enough about the job to help the people who work with me. I’ve seen too many managers who don’t know the job their employees are doing and can’t help them with the everyday nuts and bolts.
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a V-neck wrap dress with stylish heels always makes me feel like a #GirlBoss
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