I have finally learned the value of vacation and real down time. Every year, my husband and I take a vacation to St Lucia for 7 nights. We are #offthegrid – no phone, no laptop, no contact, only a journal to capture my thoughts and ideas. For me, as a reformed workaholic , it is […]
Why Strategy – Another reason
Strategies are a tool to help you stay focused. Strategy helps you to stay on your path and see opportunities when they present themselves. It is a simple way to stay focused on what needs to be done. Strategy also helps you know when to say ‘no’ and pass on opportunities that don’t support your […]
Strategy is moving to action
For me, strategies are key actions and they have some simple criteria. Strategies are action-oriented, forward moving, and they make effective use of your resources. Action Oriented strategies include things you can actually do. They are things that you have control over. For example, paying into the retirement plan so you can […]
Strategy: When to Pivot
A pivot is a strategy that allows you to regroup and grow your business, even when the world changes on you. After the economic downturn of 2007-08, I sat in my dining room almost in tears as I realized the way I was doing business was obsolete. I was paying attention to several […]
Minding the Money
Being constantly aware of where you are financially no matter how busy was a great lesson. Learning to mind the money without fear but with gratitude and good stewardship over what has been entrusted to me was key to my growth and prosperity. I don’t have to tell most leaders, business or nonprofit or […]