“Remember this, that very little is needed to make a happy life.” – Marcus Aurelius An excellent reminder for me this time of year – it’s the smallest things that bring the most joy. Every year, when we decorate for Christmas, the placement of “Santa Egg” brings on much discussion. Santa Egg is a…
Manage Holiday Stress at Work
Life at the office can be stressful during the holidays. Personal development guru Tony Robbins had a great segment on the Today Show a few weeks ago in which he talks about the “growth” factor. People who suffer serious set-backs and still manage to see the growth opportunity are those that thrive during difficult times.Tony…
Mentorship Trifecta – Why You Need 3 Mentors for Career Success
Note from Jennifer: This guest post is by Misty Smalley, HR practioner and founder of The Corporate Swan. Misty and I are both graduates of the InPower Coaching “Self-Promotion Strategies for Women” program. Misty has a tremendous amount of real-life experience to offer and I’m thrilled she’s sharing it here with the readers of The…
Leadership Development Carnival – Hot Cocoa Edition
Here in West Michigan, the temperatures are turning chilly and in our household that means one thing: hot cocoa! A creamy, sweet mug of the stuff is the perfect companion when the snow flies and you have a pile of reading to do. So grab a cup of your favorite warm beverage and settle in…
Making Magic Happen with Social Media
For the past couple of months, I’ve been participating in social media training with Becky Robinson of Weaving Influence. Becky said something the other day that really hit home with me: When it comes to social media, the magic really happens when you show up. I’ve been at this social media thing for several…