“Don’t put off to tomorrow what you can do today.” How quaint. I used to live by this mantra. But in today’s world of 24/7 smart phone access, juggling business/kids/relationship/self-care/community and an avalanche of data coming at us, it’s not really sound advice for staying sane. As a new mama who owns her own business, I have graduated to a whole new level of “prioritization.” … [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...]
Are you a solopreneur? 3 perks and 3 downsides you can easily combat
Going solo in your business is either a launch strategy or a deliberate business model choice. Sometimes you are just getting off the ground and you're a party of One, doing everything from accounting to marketing to product development. Other times, though, you are intentionally creating a lifestyle business and don't want extra complication from staff, tax requirements or overhead. I've … [Read more...]
Got goals? 6 resources to get your butt into gear this year
Hello, 2014! How the hell are ya?! Now that you're emerged from your eggnog-induced haze and dusted off the last of the New Years Eve glitter (why does that stuff always seem to stick around for weeks? It's a mystery...) you are ready to tackle the new year. Right? RIGHT?! But what does that mean, to tackle the new year? Sounds so adversarial, as if the new year is waiting to mug you and … [Read more...]
The Good “If” and the Bad “If”
“If” can be a powerful word. I recently watched a documentary about a football coach who lost his parents and sister in a car crash. Years later, he was still blaming himself. “If I wasn’t playing in that game, they wouldn’t have been in the car to come see me and maybe they’d still be here.” This comment made me so sad for him. The bad “If” is when you use the word to lament the past. … [Read more...]
