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A Thankful Time of Year
With Thanksgiving almost here, it's a great time to stop and be thankful. Sometimes it's more natural for days to be full of complaints….. hardly ever just being thankful. In addition, much of my day...
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Cooking Up Business From Scratch
A few days before Thanksgiving, a young neighbor and I were comparing notes on our Thanksgiving preparations. She was feeling overwhelmed by the prospect of getting a turkey and assorted side dishes...
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Preparing for 2013
It's so hard to believe it's December already … The last month of this year. The time has flown by with 2013 looming in the not so distant future. Now is a good time to take stock of where your...
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Please Read – This is Serious News
Yesterday I was caught up in the predictable rhythm of the holidays. Like a well-loved Christmas Carol, this rhythm is both well-rehearsed and comforting: taking out the ornaments I've collected over...
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My 3 Words for 2013
A new year always seems to bring a fresh start. I guess that's why folks create New Year’s resolutions or goals. We begin with motivation and enthusiasm and usually fizzle out – sometimes as soon as...
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You Can’t Beat the Laws of Nature
I met with a local insurance sales manager this week. I always enjoy meeting with Jim because he is successful, loves what he does and is an enthusiastic and fun person to be around. As we talked...
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The Law of Subtraction
When I lost a dear cousin in December, it rocked my world. Her death, and upcoming milestone birthdays for me and my husband, have caused me to take a hard look at my workaholic habit of adding too...
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Dog Wisdom
Yoda Bonnie (my name for my webmaster) shared a link to the website The Stencil Smith. In particular the poster below, Dog Wisdom. You don't have to be a dog lover to learn a lot from dogs. Be...
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Bright Shiny Objects – Again!
The flexibility and control you have as a consultant, especially an independent one, is a two-edged sword. It allows you to set your own hours, direction and focus, but it also can result in what I've...
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"How do I get past the gatekeeper when calling for an appointment?" is a question I often hear. At a sales training session presented by a SCORE member, his response was less than satisfying and...
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