Criticism sucks. No getting around it. Regardless of how good your intentions or how crazy the critic, it never ceases to be a punch to the gut. Here’s the thing: Good intentions can’t protect you from criticism. (Tweet this!) As you may know, I survived a near-fatal brain aneurysm rupture and wrote a book about it to be a voice for brain injury survivors, as well as help anyone bounce back … [Read more...]
7 Strategies To Nurture Your Budding Twitter Account
I’m a huge Twitter fan. I love the convenience and conciseness of it, plus I find it a personal challenge to get my point across in 140 characters or less. You might be on Twitter but are not sure how to get a handle on what can often seem like the Wild Wild West. Enjoy today’s guest post from Logan Strain as he serves up 7 juicy tips for nurturing your Twitter account with a little TLC. With … [Read more...]
A Dear John letter for Starbucks
Dear Starbucks, We've been through a lot, you and I. But it's time for me to see other brands. It's not you, it's me. No, that's a lie. It's totally you. You swept me off my feet in my early 20's and taught me how to love coffee - for that I will be eternally grateful. Late Saturday mornings in Chicago. Stolen afternoons in Washington D.C. Even in Indianapolis - back before they actually … [Read more...]
Be interested to be interesting
Here is the magical secret to creating an irresistible brand, business or piece of art. Ready? Be interested in order to be interesting. If you’re not interested in selling sweaters, no one will be interested in buying them If you’re not interested in defending people in court, they won’t be interested in hiring you to represent them If you’re not excited about your book, passionate … [Read more...]
Bring it on: Why you need to ask for criticism
A guest post today from the lovely Betsy and Warren Talbot, writers, dreamers and global nomads of Married With Luggage (a business I proudly helped name). With the launch of their latest book, they shared some great advice on why and how to ask for constructive criticism and how it makes your business, brand and project shine in the long run. More on them at the end. Enjoy! My husband Warren and … [Read more...]
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