The holiday season is often described as the most wonderful time of the year, and for good reason. It’s a time when we gather with loved ones, celebrate cherished traditions, and reflect on the year that’s passed. Yet amidst the hustle and bustle, it can be easy to lose sight of the deeper meaning of … Continue reading Fostering Gratitude and Generosity This Holiday Season
For small businesses, the holiday season presents a huge opportunity to increase sales, engage with customers, and boost brand awareness. However, this busy time of year also brings unique challenges that can lead to costly marketing mistakes. Below are some of the most common pitfalls small businesses make during the holiday season, along with tips … Continue reading Common Marketing and Communications Mistakes Small Businesses Make During the Holiday Season
Waitressing tables is the hardest job I've ever had. I mean that sincerely. And I've worked a lot of hard and undesirable jobs over my professional life. This job also taught me some of the best life skills I continue to employ until this day. Customer service, time management, problem solving, and resilience to name … Continue reading What Waitressing Taught Me About Client Relationships
Our definition of success is often a moving goal post. We set a milestone we hope to achieve, and we work and work until we get there. But once we do, we move the goal post further back and set a new goal. In certain circumstances this isn't a bad thing. It can look like … Continue reading The Art of Wanting What You Have
The topic of crisis communication is extremely challenging for any business or brand to navigate unscathed. When you find yourself in the middle of a crisis needing to defend your position and response, the common truth everyone shares is that you wish it could just go away. Even if there is a quick resolution, the … Continue reading When a crisis hits, how do you respond?
On the first Monday of each month, I dust off a favorite post from the blog archives and give you another chance to enjoy the wit and wisdom that’s been shared. Enjoy this month’s treasure – and if it inspires you – be sure to share it with family and friends! This July, my public relations consulting … Continue reading Lifestyle Businesses Deserve More Celebration
Before I even fully understood the concept of minimalism, I suppose you could say I was a minimalist at heart. Too much "stuff" - in any area of my life - overwhelmed me and caused stress. I never had issues with editing down my clothes, shoes, knick-knacks, and other belongings. In fact, I still find … Continue reading Applying Minimalism to Entrepreneurship
On the first Monday of each month, I dust off a favorite post from the blog archives and give you another chance to enjoy the wit and wisdom that’s been shared. Enjoy this month’s treasure – and if it inspires you – be sure to share it with family and friends! We're all driven by something. Professionally … Continue reading What Drives Your Career – Income or Impact?
There are quotes, cute signs, songs, t-shirts, mugs, and everything else you can think of that have all been created to reinforce one simple statement. Let it go! This should tell you everything you need to know about how simple is not always (or ever) easy. Well-meaning friends and colleagues have likely given you the … Continue reading The Art of “Letting Go”
We've all been told that life is about the journey, not merely the destination. And while each of our paths is unique, there are some common indicators when you've veered off course from the path you're meant to be on. At first, you might experience some things that cause you to question your path, then … Continue reading The Tell-Tale Signs You’ve Veered Off Course
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