Thankful for: Today We Are Rich Edition

Thankful for: Today We Are Rich Edition

I am a big fan of Tim Sanders and Today We Are Rich. Have you read it? You can download the first chapter here. My favorite section of the book is the section about gratitude. Here’s what Tim says: “Gratitude should lift my attitude, making me the giver,...
These Dark Mornings

These Dark Mornings

These dark mornings of fall. I’ve written about it recently. I look at my window, and all I can see is my sleepy self reflected back. The days are shorter, the mornings later, the mornings darker, no sign of a break of light. I get up early, at a time it should...
Room for Creativity

Room for Creativity

A few weeks ago, I spent some time at the Chick-Fil-A corporate headquarters. I found a lot to love at their offices, and I’m not just talking about the chicken — which I DO love. Perhaps the most inspiring aspect of the offices: whiteboards everywhere!...
Thankful for: Pitch Black Edition

Thankful for: Pitch Black Edition

It’s really dark in the morning these days. I can’t see anything in my office window now except a reflection of what’s inside. Still, I am thankful. For the fact that every day is new (56), for the beautiful fall leaves that will be outside my window...
7 Lessons from 7 Book Launches

7 Lessons from 7 Book Launches

In 2012, my company has launched 7 books so far. (6 for other authors, one for me.) Through the experience of each launch, we’re learning ways to serve our clients more effectively. Although our process is similar for each launch, we are refining through trial...
Different is Good

Different is Good

Mackinac Island fudge.  Cherry cordial.  Moose tracks. My favorite three flavors of ice cream. Why do I like them? Well, they all have chocolate in them, so that must be important to me. They all have bits of something to add texture, so that must be important to me....
Thankful For: Quick List Edition

Thankful For: Quick List Edition

It’s a busy morning at my house. The girls are starting to wake up and I’m getting a late start on my post. So, I’ll quickly share my thankful for list. This week, I am thankful for: 51. Wise coaching and encouragement from friends. Susan Mazza has...
These Exact Places

These Exact Places

I’m sitting in one of my places, Starbucks on Talmadge. I sit at a round table to the left of the door and I pull up another round table when it’s not crowded because I need room to spread out my work. The Talmadge Starbucks is one of my places; I’ve...
Thankful for: Atlanta Edition

Thankful for: Atlanta Edition

I’m in Atlanta this morning, preparing for a meeting with client. I’ll admit it, I’m a little on the tired side. My day began early yesterday, and ended late. I never sleep well when I’m away from my family, no matter how comfortable the bed....
The Pain of Growing Up

The Pain of Growing Up

She is so articulate. Even as she is crumbling into tears, she can knows exactly what is bothering her and why she’s sad. Today it’s that her sister is going on a field trip during the school day. Natalie won’t be there during lunch and recess to hug...