Business Growth
How to Get Employees on Board with Plans for 2020
We have about 6 weeks left between now and the end of 2019. This is the time to begin strategic planning for 2020. In my decades of experience as a business owner and mentor, I can tell you that the business leaders who achieve the greatest success are those who plan ahead and then regularly…
Read MoreHow Will You Honor Our Service Members This Veteran’s Day?
This Monday, November 11th is Veterans Day here in the U.S. (Our Canadian neighbors to the north will also be honoring their veterans on November 11th, which they call Remembrance Day.) Veterans Day has always held a very special place in my home and my heart. I am proud to say that my husband Mike…
Read MoreThe Scary Truth About Not Getting What You Want at Work
One thing all of us experience in our professional lives is rejection. At some point or another, we won’t get our way. It’s a bitter pill to swallow. But with it comes an opportunity, if we are willing to reframe our circumstances… If it doesn’t work out with a client, don’t take it personally. If…
Read MoreWhat to Do About Negative People at Work – Or in Your Life
Are there people at work or in your life who spread gossip, cause trouble, or complain? Perhaps it’s subtle digs they work into conversations, bragging that they’ve booked dozens of speaking opportunities or landed a coveted new client. Or perhaps it’s direct, telling you, “You’re not being treated right,” “Everyone seems to get promoted except…
Read MoreWhy Things Never Bring You Happiness (and What Will)
Have you ever had the experience of wanting to buy something new, saving up for it, anticipating how you’re going to use it… and then you actually get it? Did you notice how the happiness boost you got from buying that much hoped for treasure faded quickly? How long did it take before you started…
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