Your Story Starts On The Inside Growing up with a dad who was a psychiatrist and a mom who was a Sunday School teacher gave me plenty of opportunties for reflection. Mom posted a poem in our kitchen, “Children Learn … Read More
Something special happened to me yesterday. I did a spontaneous interview with a friend and colleague, Reverend Clyde Brooks, a champion of civil rights for over 50 years…. who worked beside Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. and upheld his … Read More
Every morning (well, almost every morning), I consciously choose to start my day with six spiritual practices that set the tone for a GREAT day. These practices are referred to with the acronym of SAVERS. They continue making a difference … Read More
My dad’s health was declining, and I knew I needed to visit him in Florida while I could. When I got to his condo, I noticed my brother and his wife, sitting nearby. I approached them with my blue “Who … Read More
Our inner story is the foundation of everything we do. It’s the quiet, often unnoticed narrative that plays in the background of our minds, shaping our beliefs, mindset, and, ultimately, our actions. This inner dialogue can either lift us … Read More
Want to get really good at anything? I suggest you learn from the leaders around you. One of my mentors is master sales trainer, Eric Lofholm. In his outstanding book, Continuous Sales Improvement, Eric reveals strategies that have enabled him and … Read More
To become a trusted ally for your clients or prospects, you’ll want to follow up regularly. Following up begins with the mindset of — put yourself in your prospect’s shoes. What are their needs? When you focus on your client’s … Read More
Whenever you communicate, your feelings get transmitted along with your words. Be conscious of your feelings when you reach out to someone new. Are you connecting from an authentic feeling of wanting to serve? Or do you feel propelled to … Read More
Have you ever watched a video story that captured your heart? I recently did and had to share it with you. You’ll find out why in a moment. As I watched, I could hear thoughts rising in my mind… … Read More
It was an experience I’d remember for a lifetime. During the summers of 2009, 2010, and 2011, our family traveled with Causes for Change International, a nonprofit organization, to provide free healthcare to children in need. Joel, my husband who … Read More