Book Review: The Art of Non-Conformity by Chris Guillebeau
“The average life represents a life of sleepwalking.” - - Chris Guillebeau/ The Art of Non-Conformity. I recently had the good fortune to read The Art of...
View ArticleShould We Follow the Leader?
One of the common problems here in the Rust Belt is the lack of leadership. Perhaps it’s due to living in a “small town” mentality or because so few good paying jobs exist. Ducking the obvious...
View ArticleRaising the Bar of Leadership!
“Do not take the agenda that someone else has mapped out for your life.” ― John C. Maxwell Hold On The quest to push “the powers in charge” is simply a call for integrity and accountability. One of...
View ArticlePosturing 101
1. Posturing Verb Behave in a way that is intended to impress or mislead others. Adopt (an attitude) to impress or mislead. -The Free Dictionary The act of people posturing is a daily ritual in some...
View ArticleDo you follow a Map or Compass?
I recently explained the fear tactics organizations use against their employees to a friend and her response was: “Well, that’s human nature.” I was stunned momentarily. I had forgotten people are so...
View ArticleBe Good to Yourself!
The other day I watched one of the most picturesque snowfalls. It reminded me of the type of snow shower we wish for on Christmas Eve. Those soft, heavy snowflakes gently floating down covering pine...
View Article10 Reasons Why I Hired Myself
I make the rules and break the rules. I get the credit and if it doesn’t work- I still learn. I work my own hours, day or night. I don’t work for a middle-man or the status quo. I connect with people,...
View ArticleGoodbye Cubicle Nation
I received a new lease on life when my job was eliminated at cubicle nation. Quite some time ago, I underwent a metamorphosis of sorts toward my own work mindset. For years, I questioned why an...
View ArticleFocusing on Yourself?
* I want to thank Caroline Gavin for graciously allowing me to be a guest on her podcast show- BlogTalk Radio, Purposeful Pathway on February 27th. I enjoyed our chat and look forward to speaking with...
View ArticleDon’t Let this Be You!
Dan Miller must have read my mind. What perfect timing to read his blog. As some of you know, I was recently laid-off by the organization I gave nearly 32 years of my life too. I am 56 years-old and...
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