We need 20 More People! On February 21st, Boone Community School District (located in Boone, Iowa) and I will bring close to 400 high school students (juniors and seniors) together for a Professionalism Day! Part of the time will be spent networking with community members… like you! The goal is to create a structured opportunity … Read more
February is right around the corner, and now is a fantastic time to pull out that calendar and start carving out pockets of joy! For a lot of us… it’s been COLD and WET, and we could use some joy next month. Some fun ideas: Hot Coco Party – invite some family and friends and … Read more
“What is my purpose in life?” I asked the void. “What if I told you that you fulfilled it when you took an extra hour to talk to that kid about his life?” said the voice. “Or when you paid for that young couple in the restaurant? Or when you saved that dog in traffic? … Read more
Do you know your Golden Hour? (You either know or wonder what that is I’ll explain.) The Gold Hour is that time of day when you’re fully charged and productive – think “early bird” and “night owl.” For me, I am the most productive in the early to mid-mornings. I’ve recently had the idea to … Read more
I look back on 2023… the word “Trustingly Brave” comes to mind. I tried new things (like teaching a college course) and enjoyed checking off some big goals (like writing a book!) What a year it was! I share the stats every year, and as I do this, I’d love to hear YOURS too. What … Read more
I am asked this one question often… “Why did you choose joy?” Because let’s be honest, I could have written a book on happiness… fun, or on the power of levity…. why joy? I chose joy because it is that one inner feeling that creates aliveness. It’s something that you not only feel, but when … Read more
So I KNOW I said I’d be surfing the waves this year… But it turns out I’m actually SKIING the slopes this month (to be fair, surfing is tricky in the winter in the Midwest). I’m excited, but I’ll be honest… this has all been new for my family! I’ve only been skiing one other … Read more
“I arise in the morning torn between a desire to improve (or save) the world and a desire to enjoy (or savor) the world. This makes it hard to plan the day.” – E.B. Bailie White Gosh, never have truer words been spoken! A cousin recommended that I read The Measure (really great read, or … Read more
A lot of people think that if we’re told no, that’s it. The end. Nothing more. It can make you stop your idea. Or believe a client doesn’t want to work with you… Maybe even believe that promotion, business idea, or dream will never happen. Over the last couple of years, I’ve really seen this … Read more
If you’re looking for some JOY in these winter months…. borrow this fun game from my mom! My mom collected metal tins from our childhood (and borrowed some from friends and family) and inside each tin, she put a little surprise. Some were silly gag gifts, candy dressed up to look like snowmen, and others … Read more
