Each of us learn from the “experts” all the time, by reading their books, watching their videos, or reading their quotes on the internet.  But I wanted to talk with everyday smart and successful business owners that you may or may not have heard of. These individuals are making a difference in the lives of […]

Yesterday, I was talking with a colleague about her new client.  My colleague is an OBM (online business manager) for a successful owner of an online business.  This woman is commonly referred to as a visionary leader – future-focused and driven by what is possible.  As with most visionary leaders, she is attracted to what […]

It was February of 2014 when Ms. Carole Young walked into my life.  She didn’t have a choice about meeting me. Her daughter introduced us.  I remember I was nervous, but she quickly put me at ease. Ms. Young was just an ordinary person – the mother of my future spouse.  Or so I thought. […]

My source of inspiration for these ideas came from church last Sunday when our minister announced the book of the month – “The Road to Character” by David Brooks.  He read a small passage from the beginning of the book that not only spurred my desire to buy this book and read more, but also start […]

This week, I have been particularly busy helping my client, Aspiration Catalyst, put together training materials for her upcoming CliftonStrengths Finder workshops.  I first became familiar with the Gallup Strengths Center about a month ago when I took my very first strengths assessment (of course my client turned me onto this very important work). Since then, […]

For as long as I can remember, people have asked the question “Are you a leader or a follower?” There was an attempt to categorize or label people based on their ability to lead other people. What if I were to tell you that everyone is a leader, either by choice or default? Would it […]