I get it. You’ve got a ton to do. Every day. But somewhere in the back of your head, this tiny voice is saying, “But didn’t you say you want to write a book/act in a play/learn the guitar?” And as much as you try to ignore that little voice, it never hushes up. I’ve…
If Patience is Such a Virtue, Why Can’t I Stop Thinking About This Teapot? Here’s the problem with it being close to my Birthday. I start shopping. In fact, Rich hates it because I always end up buying whatever I might want before he gets a chance to get it for me. But when…
Gender Identity, Dolls, and Strappy Sandals I’m going to say something that is potentially incendiary. I don’t mean it to be, but here goes. I’ve been noticing a trend recently and it has to do with gender-non-conforming clothes, products, and marketing. Please note: I am not trying to be insulting or insensitive to gender-fluid or…
I’m thrilled to welcome Wall Street Journal and USA Today bestselling author, JC Andrijeski to the show. She’s written more than 30 books (and numerous short stories) in the science fiction, paranormal, cyberpunk-like and urban fantasy genres. Many of her books are parts of series like the Quentin Black psychic detective books or the latest Nick…
Have you met you? The case for navel-gazing for your decision-making We make tons of decisions every day. We agree to things, and we say no. But here’s the question that startled me out of sleep this morning. How often do we make those choices with an awareness of who we are and what we…
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Three ways to keep getting stuff done while you’re stuck waiting. You’re super busy. And if you’re anything like me, waiting frustrates you. You probably get stuck waiting in line, in the subway, or in traffic. And if you want to keep getting your stuff done, you can make good use of that waiting time….
Friend zone marketing – this marketing trend is kind of icky Friend zone marketing. I’m going to come out and say it. I am struck by the recent trend of many online marketers of calling me, “friend.“ “Friend, I have to tell you this about why your social media marketing needs my help,” or something…
“What is your ultimate goal?” Lately, I’ve been asking my clients the ultimate goal question. I ask it because they have issues with people, friends, loved ones, jobs, etc. And they don’t know how to proceed. To help them formulate a plan of action, we have to figure out what they want. They need to…