In the middle of a harried day, I just gaze at my computer. This is my view. Water soothes me. As I noted in a previous post, it doesn’t matter what kind — fresh, salted, chlorinated or bath. It calms me down in the middle of a frenzy and makes any day better. So whatContinue reading “What’s your stress reliever?”
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How amazing can you be?
Wisdom from the amazing Dr. Maya Angelou, an inspiration to us all. Rest in peace. Your words and actions will continue to have a positive impact for years to come. You truly were a phenomenal woman. Phenomenal Woman by Maya Angelou Pretty women wonder where my secret lies. I’m not cute or built to suitContinue reading “How amazing can you be?”
It’s All About Perspective
You’re having a heated discussion with a client, your boss or a co-worker, and you absolutely know that you’re right and they’re wrong. How can they not see it? It’s funny. Situations (and the world, for that matter) seem so black and white until you change your perspective or look at it from someone else’sContinue reading “It’s All About Perspective”
Pinterest: In The Spotlight
Pinterest: it’s not just for soccer moms and DIY crafty types. This visual-oriented social platform can be a great place to showcase your business. Pin this: Now you can spotlight your Pinterest boards right on your website. Just click on the arrows button on the board you’d like to spotlight and grab the code forContinue reading “Pinterest: In The Spotlight”
14 Tips for the High School Class of 2014
Always carry a notebook. You never know when an idea will strike. (This post was born in mine.) Start building your professional network now. It’ll come in handy later (and that may be sooner than you think). Learn every day. Formal education is important but remember that some of your most important lessons will comeContinue reading “14 Tips for the High School Class of 2014”
Your Comfort Zone: Where the Magic Happens
We’ve all seen this picture before, and I get the message. Sometimes you have to do things in life and business that make you uncomfortable in order to succeed. But if you’re uncomfortable day in and day out in your normal environment, are you really going to accomplish much? Here’s my advice: get in yourContinue reading “Your Comfort Zone: Where the Magic Happens”
And The Award Goes To…
CCC is excited to accept its second award for this blog — The Butterfly Light Award — from Sage Doyle, author of The Journal of Wall Grimm and guest blogger extraordinaire.Thanks, Sage! This award is given to those who are using their blog to spread light or be a positive influence in today’s world. We’reContinue reading “And The Award Goes To…”
An Omnipresent View? The Life of a Small Business Owner
As I sit here and watch the conclusion of the Nets-Heat game, my thoughts keep drifting back to my business. It’s not for lack of excitement: this game, and especially the 4th quarter, has been a back-and-forth affair. In fact, I’m loving the view on TNT Overtime: Wouldn’t it be great if you had thisContinue reading “An Omnipresent View? The Life of a Small Business Owner”
What is the Pay It Forward movement all about?
Happy International Pay It Forward Day 2014! While we’re all better off paying it forward regularly, having an official day helps bring attention to this worthy movement. So what is the Pay It Forward movement all about? Watch this TEDTalk by Charley Johnson, founder of the official group behind the global Pay It Forward movementContinue reading “What is the Pay It Forward movement all about?”
Yes Virginia, It Really Is All About The Little Things
I’m onsite with a client this week and have been reminded of an important adage as I delve into the company’s processes and systems. It’s all about the little things. It really is. The smallest pieces of data, minor decisions and ‘mundane’ moments make up most of our lives. If we learn to appreciate theseContinue reading “Yes Virginia, It Really Is All About The Little Things”
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