How should we prepare ourselves for new chapters in life? Whether it’s switching careers, starting a business, welcoming a new baby, or any significant life transition, preparation is key! I often work with teams on change management (philosophy, mindset, and methods), helping them get ready for shifts within their organizations. It’s funny because with so … Read more
I wanted to share something that’s been on my mind lately – Comparisonitis. Ever felt like you’re not progressing fast enough or that others are way ahead of you? It’s especially common in the keynote speaking and coaching world to be asked questions like, “How long have you been doing this?” Or, “How many events … Read more
Could’ve used a little more sun, but Kayaking was a success! It was my daughter’s first trip in her own kayak and even with a few fast moving turns, she did great. Now it feels like summer! #JOYIsMyJob #bringonsummer
Who else loves a good task list? I oftentimes give myself a soft deadline for things on my bucket list, by asking, “Lisa, if you were to make this dream happen (though the dream may be crazy), what would be one small thing you could do now?” Voila! I now have the first item on … Read more
A flat tire, burnt quesadilla, a faulty dishwasher door, and one BIG glass of lemonade. Do you ever get the feeling that some days, the world just isn’t in your favor?! This morning was that for me. It’s the first official day of summer vacation for my kids and I had intentionally scheduled a slow … Read more
Do these kids look like they’ve been up since 4:45 AM due to a thunderstorms and a tornado warning? The power came back on just in time for the last day of school to begin. A memorable last day for sure!! #lastdayofschool #springiniowa
This morning I recorded a TV show about creating more joy in retirement with Merkle Retirement Planning. Before I left, I snapped a photo in front of one of my favorite signs in their lobby, which says it best… cheers to the best years… which in my opinion are ALL the years (the gift is … Read more
If you were given the opportunity to present a gift to future generations, what would it be? For me, it would be to give them three experiences: 1. An experience where they give back and make a difference, to see ripple effect firsthand. 2. We would sit down and create a JOY list and a … Read more
I’m feeling an undeniable shift this week. Maybe it’s the sun finally peeking through the clouds… or maybe it’s the natural lull after a busy speaking season… whatever the reason, creativity is buzzing in my brain! Ideas are swirling – online courses I could build to give more value, articles waiting to be written, or … Read more
Summer’s on the horizon, and on SOME DAYS (more than others), I can practically feel the warm sunshine already. It’s made me think about creating my own Summer Joy List—a collection of all the things that make this season feel like a JOYFUL summer. My list includes parks to explore, hidden walking paths to discover, … Read more
