Growing Every Day

Growing Every Day

One of my favorite ideas from Julie Winkle Giulioni and Beverly Kaye’s new book, Help Them Grow or Watch Them Go, is the idea that career development belongs to a village. Although a manager or supervisor plays an important role in helping an employee develop,...
How Long Does It Take?

How Long Does It Take?

How much time did you spend planning your wedding? How much time did you spend preparing? Guys, did your bride-to-be nudge you toward a long engagement, with plenty of time to plan? Do you remember the months of preparation? The tuxedo fittings and cake tastings?...
Are You Ambitious?

Are You Ambitious?

Do you view yourself as ambitious? If so, how do you define ambition? Recently, I heard Whitney Johnson reference an article that asked the question “Do Women Lack Ambition?” And I found myself having a strong reaction to the question. It’s...
Thankful for: 18 – 23

Thankful for: 18 – 23

It might be cliche, but this morning? I am most thankful that: 18. It’s Friday! This back to school week has brought its share of challenges. My schedule has been so jam packed that I haven’t had even a moment to savor the quiet of my home office. Although...
Be Playful, Be Joyful, and Have Fun

Be Playful, Be Joyful, and Have Fun

photo credit smowblog If you follow me on Facebook, you know we had a lot of fun at church yesterday. At the end of the service, beach balls descended from the ceiling of our auditorium. Standing beside my daughter, I pushed aside any fleeting thoughts of “You...