With all the stress and anxiety many are experiencing, it’s exhausting and can be contagious. It’s time to shift gears. Be intentional about shifting how you view the world. I know some of you do this. Become an “Inverse Paranoid.” It means you view the world as out to help you, not out to get
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Giant troll at Coastal Maine Botanical Gardens.
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Words Matter
When you hear a leader make similar points in meetings with different audiences, you know you’re hearing what they really think. You’re gaining insight into their character, too. Words matter. Pay attention to what others say and to what you say. “What You Say To Others Creates A Ripple Effect In The WorldSuccessful people speak words of
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Life lessons
This is so true. “The difference between school and life? In school, you’re taught a lesson and then given a test. In life, you’re given a test that teaches you a lesson.” ~ Tom Bodett
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Everything is always
My friend Lori was in western North Carolina when Hurricane Helene hit. It was unknown territory to her because she lives in Virginia. She finished her business and was heading to Charlotte, but the drive didn’t go as easily as expected. She kept running into roads that were flooded or mudded. She dreaded driving through
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Young people
I have been impressed lately with young people working in restaurants, stores, banks and other places. It is evident they want to do a good job. I spoke with two small business leaders, a retail store owner and a restaurant manager. The restaurant manager said they were thrilled with their new server. She is consistently