Expressing kindness and compassion doesn’t have to be costly. After surviving a world pandemic, I would like to think we are all working harder to be better humans. As with many things in life, the more you practice kindness and compassion, the easier and more natural it becomes. Here are eight ways to Spread the Light: Give your phone a break and focus on real […]
Read MoreSometimes when we get to a certain level in our development of a skill, we just… stop learning. We stop trying to absorb new information. We stop trying to be better than we were yesterday. We decide that we know enough and sometimes, that even turns into a toxic mentality. Sometimes, that means we look at new styles and trends and look down our noses […]
Read MoreA community thrives because of its people; how much they support one another every day. The best way to renew energy is to do something positive.
Read MoreTips for building and fostering your community: 1. Form strategic partnerships, helping each other benefits everyone 2. Post user-generated content, consumers trust consumers 3. Create special offers for “Essential Workers” – show appreciation 4. Donate your time and talent for the greater good (be a community volunteer), It’s heartwarming! ♥️ Customers will be more likely to do business with community-minded organizations and businesses. They will remember […]
Read MoreThis event is testing our strength as individuals and as a society. It is also testing our humanity. We see indications of both strength and weakness in this respect. Neighbors are checking on and helping each other: volunteers are telling up to serve their communities in any and every way they can; manufacturers are retooling their operations to produce urgently needed supplies and equipment; and […]
Read MorePandemic…crisis…emergency…disaster…every word used to describe COVID-19 raises images of doom, gloom and apocalypse. That’s why I am doing my best to avoid using those words. My attitude (which earned me the nickname “Pollyanna”) is one of a glass half full and there’s always a bright side to look on – even in a situation such as this. Do I experience moments of depression and worry? […]
Read MoreHappiness is a choice. Here are some ideas to get you moving in the right direction towards being a “Happier You”: 1. If you don’t like your life, change it. Take control. There is really nobody holding you back but you. 2. Be generous. Happy people are giving of both their time and resources. Volunteer and be part of something bigger. Make a difference! 3. […]
Read MoreAs we end one year and begin both a new year and a new decade, let’s all resolve to be more positive on social media in 2020. The world is filled with enough contention and negativity without multiplying it on social media. These serve only to magnify and expand the effects on even more people. It can also affect our personal, supporter and client relationships. […]
Read MoreYou have built a business from the ground up or built your career by climbing the ladder from the bottom up. You have put your blood, sweat and tears into it. You have sacrificed time that you could have spent with your family and friends. You have set aside things you enjoy, like hobbies and volunteering for local organizations. But your sacrifices were not without […]
Read MoreWhat does it take to be successful – as a business, as an employer, as an employee? There are two essential elements: 1) constantly strive to be better at what you do and 2) be “present”. The most successful people are open to opportunities for growth, are consistent and reliable, and focus on their goals and objectives. A business succeeds when it is driven by […]
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