Life’s journey is filled with challenges and obstacles. I gain inspiration and motivation from a number of different sources–my personal board of directors, my family, and my faith all provide me with deep wells of support. Beyond that, reading has served as a source of guidance, knowledge, and inspiration throughout my adult life. I never…
Work-Life Balance Begins with Just One Word: Intentionality
I’d like to preface this by saying, I am by no means an expert in work-life balance. Though I strive to honor the people and things that are most important to me as well as my own needs, I sometimes miss the mark. In those times, I do my best to take a step back,…
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Why Everyone Needs a Mentor to Surpass Their Goals
Mentors are great assets in helping us reach our goals. They bring experience, wisdom, and knowledge to the table that can guide us through challenges, overcoming limitations, and achieving our goals. I think of them as our personal coach. They can also provide a sense of comfort and reassurance that no matter what, we’re not…
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5 Questions I Ask Myself at the End of Every New Year
I think it’s only natural to take some time for self-reflection as we move into a new year. This is when I stop to take an inventory of my life, both professionally and personally, and set new goals for myself. The Importance of a Personal Inventory This process allows me to get a clear picture…
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Why I love to read — and how it expands my life
I didn’t used to be a big reader, but the older I’ve gotten the more reading has become a staple in my life. I love diving into books to learn about new things and to get some background and insight on interesting people, events from history, or just new ideas that I’d like to learn…
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Three things I learned from my parents about being an “everyday philanthropist”
The older I get, the more I like to reflect back on the memories I’ve had and the lessons I’ve learned from growing up. One of the biggest was the example that my parents set for me about community service. It’s what has driven my own passion for philanthropy in my life today. My parents…
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