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Recently, I found myself reflecting on seasons—not just the weather kind but the ones we experience in life and work. A friend and I were chatting about how winter seems to linger a bit longer in the Midwest. December and January bring a magical snow-covered landscape and fun activities like skiing and snow tubing, plus … Read more
One of my favorite moments during my Have Good Ripple Effect keynote on team culture is when I flash a big list of words on the screen and ask the audience to pick their top three values. What are the three things most important to them? As they mull over the list, I follow up with … Read more
In 2024, I made regular exercise a priority—and it paid off. I logged about 175 workouts, but I’ll admit, the first 75 came with a side of guilt for carving out the time. Now, it’s clear those workouts have been crucial for managing stress and improving my overall health. It reminded me of the quote: … Read more
Happy New Year! As we step into January, I’ve been reflecting on the idea of a fresh start—or maybe more accurately, a fresh calendar. Like so many others, I’ve been thinking about a word or phrase (one for professional life, one for personal life) to anchor this year. An intention or manifestation of sorts, something … Read more
A FOGGY CONFESSION…Have you ever driven through thick fog, only for it to suddenly clear as if it was never there? That’s how 2024 felt for me—starting foggy but ending clear and, dare I say, figureoutable. I ventured into new territory (cue the Have Good Ripple Effect podcast). It felt unfamiliar, singularly focused, and, honestly, a … Read more
Yesterday, in two out of my three meetings, someone mentioned, “It’s the home stretch.” What struck me wasn’t just the words, but how differently each person said it. Their tone, facial expression, and intent revealed something unique: One person seemed barely hanging on, just trying to push through (we’ve all been there). Another spoke with excitement, … Read more
Is it winter yet? Here in [your location], we get snow—but so far, not much has arrived. Whether that makes you cheer or sigh might depend on your snow-shoveling preferences! This fall, we prepped for winter in all the usual ways: patio furniture stored, garage reorganized, shovels moved to their “ready” hook, and snow pants … Read more
As I refresh my professional branding (watch for new colors, designs, and an updated look for Lisa Even soon!), I’ve been reflecting on how we’re all shaping our personal brands daily—whether we realize it or not. And let’s face it: our personal brands ripple into our professional brands. One article that caught my eye: 5 … Read more
Lately, I’ve been carving out time to study other speakers. Sometimes it’s a quick fifteen minutes; other times, it’s an hour. I focus on how they tell stories, what jokes land, which strategies inspire, and—most importantly—what sticks with me. One speaker I saw this past year stood out for a surprising reason. He admitted he’s … Read more
As we approach the end of the year, I wanted to pause and share some thoughts and reflections as we look ahead. Don’t worry—this isn’t just a highlights reel. It’s an acknowledgment of the ups and downs that life and business bring! Each year, I take a bit of time to look back at both the … Read more
