December is the one month of the year that simply doesn’t have enough days. We’re busy juggling work projects, client commitments, year-end obligations, and holiday celebrations inside and outside of the office. Oh yes, there’s typically no shortage of family activities and social events as well. With all the festivities come abundant opportunities for quality…
Reflect, Be Thankful This Holiday Season
We’re all too familiar with the hustle and bustle that comes with the holidays. Sometimes, despite our best efforts, we become so wrapped up in seasonal activities that we forget to reflect on the meaning of the season and celebrate our blessings. As we approach this season of hope and gratitude, we want to share…
Shallow vs Deep
When I was a kid, I loved going into the deep end of the pool. To me, it was where the big kids swam, where the great divers performed their tricks, where the real fun happened. I felt that the games we played got more challenging, navigating water that was way over our heads. It…
Beyond the Surface
While at a recent Business Courier BizWomen event, a woman I know quite well came up to several of us beaming from ear to ear. Excitedly she said, “I was talking with another member, and then we really started talking. You won’t believe how much we have in common.” I remember looking at her and…
The Referral Partner Litmus Test
In the business world, strategic alliances are not contingent upon how long one has been working in a particular field or profession. In fact, building strategic partnerships can, and should, begin with the first day on the job. Regardless of your years of experience, it is important to determine and know what makes a key…
Epicenters of Influence
How many people are in your company or organization? What about your specific department? How many people within your department do what you do? The smaller the company the smaller a department. But even with larger organizations, if you engage with the public, you typically cover a large area and the number of people within…