Get Back to School, Always
Back to School is one of my favorite times of year, and walking through the corner drugstore today I found myself fighting the urge to buy a few school supplies – an Elmer’s glue stick spoke … Read More
Dear Career Changers – TGIF!
{I shared this on Friday with my Facebook page fans but thought my LinkedIn followers might also be able to relate…} And who hasn’t heard the term, TGIF? I had my head down for so long … Read More
What’s on Your Cocktail Napkin? (Hint: What Are Your Goals?)
Positive Affirmations I’ve long been a a believer in the power of positive affirmations. I actually start each day by reading a Louise Hay calendar; the affirmative message causes me to pause and focus on what’s … Read More
Conquer Your Fears, Don’t Let Them Stop You!
Yesterday I played hooky and spent the day riding roller coasters at Six Flags Great America. Or I should say “trying” as the weather did not cooperate and I actually only rode two. Fear didn’t stop … Read More
Networking is an Action Verb
Yesterday I had the honor of speaking to small business owners about social media at the Dex Media Marketing Success Seminar. In short, I had a ball! But what I want to share with you today … Read More
Shifting Focus, Surround Yourself with People Who Can Lift You Higher
Is it time to shift your tribe? Years ago I did a consulting engagement with a women who worked in sales for a large non-profit. It was a lucrative job but she wasn’t happy; she wanted … Read More
Personal Branding, Is Your Personal Brand Sticky?
This week I had the extreme pleasure of talking about Personal Branding for more than 400 Orbitz employees around the globe. It’s a fascinating subject, and one I’m passionate about, but it is the story of … Read More
What Will You Give Up for Your Dreams?
Are you coachable? Are you committed? Are you willing to make sacrifices now to realize your dreams? What Will You Give Up? As I type, my friends are a street festival rocking out to live music, … Read More
Market Yourself and Your Business with Laser Focus
You can’t push three lawn mowers at once. In life and in business, what we focus on is what we attract. Focus like a sharpshooter on your goals. Market With Laser Focus Tweet about it here: … Read More
Dare To Dream Bigger with Passion and Persistance
I was going to write this post about my beloved Chicago Blackhawks. The napkin, battered as it may be, comes from one of the winning games I was fortunate enough to see from a skybox at … Read More