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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! Conference...
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 when the sun...
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 and...
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
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 been a valuable...
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 claimed a lot of...
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. But today's list flows...
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 her and play with...
Thankful for: Saturday Edition
Saturdays at our house start off the same way every week: TV for the kids, husband/dad pumping iron, while I grab a few quiet minutes in my office before making chocolate chip pancakes for the girls. Today: no different. Since I love Saturdays, it's fun that I missed...
On E-books, Ideas, and Doing What’s Essential
A couple of weeks ago, I talked with a trusted friend about the rapid fire growth I've experienced in my business this year. She said something that I am still thinking about, still rebelling against, if I am really honest with myself (and you.) She told me that I...
On My Way to Ideal
I just stepped off the treadmill, grabbed a glass of ice water, and sat down at my desk. It's shortly after 5 am, and I am awake, alive, and ready. Since an ideal day for me starts with exercise, I am on my way. When I passed through the kitchen to grab my water, I...
Thankful for: 31 –
I got sidetracked from my writing this morning, but I don't want to end the week without adding to my thankfulness list, so here we go. This week I am thankful for: 31. New hands pitching in. With some changes on our team lately (more about this next week), I decided...