Looking Ahead: Synchronicity as a Signal

Saturday, December 26th, 2009

Coincidences. Recently Daniel Johnson wrote about those in his life. Some were meaningful. Ironically I discovered his article by coincidence because he cited a story that involved my friend and how she met her husband at a party she had not intended to attend – in my village, Sausalito.  

Even today that story warms my heart and brought to [...]

Elevate Your Value and Visibility by Jointly Offering a Speed Coaching Event

Tuesday, September 29th, 2009

Job hunting is dispiriting – often lonely and isolating. 

That’s why it was so comforting for job seekers to be in a room full of knowledgeable people who were ready to meet with them, one-on-one, to answer their specific questions. 
From job hunt web sites to career counseling coaches could personalize their advice to each [...]

Why Burnish Our Brands Together?

Wednesday, April 15th, 2009

In our increasingly connected world, everyone must manage “the brand called you” announced Tom Peters years ago. Reluctant to see yourself this way? Your impetus can be to protect your reputation. 

The upside motivation to think of self-branding, however, is to attract the people and opportunities that help make your life the kind of adventure story you want [...]

“The key to making it through the awful, scary parts of life …

Wednesday, February 4th, 2009

… is to have someone to “stand by you”, writes empathic Pamela Slim. Here are two of her

 Me2We suggestions for pulling yourself through hard times by involving others.

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Make Wiser Choices, Stronger Friendships and More Opportunity by Visualizing Your Circles of Connection

Tuesday, December 30th, 2008

When meeting Natasha, photographer Rick Smolan never imagined she’d be an emotional thread of continuity for his life. Human stories take unexpected turns, especially next year. 

I’ve got your back and you’ve got mine. That’s a mighty welcome feeling as we enter 2009.  Why?  Because, more than any of the last 25 years, 2009 will crackle with change, unexpected loss and fresh opportunities to [...]

How Much Can You Rely on Someone’s Recommendation?

Friday, March 28th, 2008

In conversation with an acquaintance you mention that your CPA has retired. This semi-stranger suggests a CPA who specializes in your kind of work. Should you follow-up? You’d be more motivated to do so if that acquaintance:
1. Had first-hand knowledge of the quality of the CPA’s work.
2. Would be adversely affected if the CPA [...]

 
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When a Crisis Hits, How Will Your Group Help Members?

Monday, November 19th, 2007

Ike Pigott wanted to help more people find out if their loved ones were safe when Hurricane Katrina hit, but he couldn’t. Soon after it struck, phone lines became jammed at his regional Red Cross office. He didn’t forget.

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