Author Archive
Tuesday, April 3rd, 2007
The Value of Serving Others
I stumbled across this poem by Michael McFee while doing some research. It beautifully articulates what standing in the service of others can mean.
Poem: “Service Is Our Business” by Michael McFee from Shinemaster. © Carnegie Mellon University Press. Reprinted with permission.
Service Is Our Business
It used to be black as the insides of a Penzoil […]
No Comments » - Posted in Books and Literature, Business by Elizabeth
Wednesday, March 28th, 2007
Be Well, Do Good Work, and Keep in Touch
Garrison Keillor may not be the first person you think of when it comes to business and personal success. But, he has a lot to say about success - and what it really takes to create meaning and value in our lives.
From his perspective, success happens when you follow these three principles:
“Be well, do […]
No Comments » - Posted in Connecting, Marketing, Business by Elizabeth
Friday, March 23rd, 2007
The Secret and marketing: Align your marketing strategies with your business intentions
Maybe it’s just me, but everyone seems to be talking about intentions these days. Not surprising, given the buzz created by The Secret, which focuses on the Law of Attraction and the importance of setting intentions to attract what you really want.
This talk of setting intentions and aligning your thoughts and actions must have […]
No Comments » - Posted in Marketing, Business by Elizabeth
Tuesday, March 20th, 2007
Valuable Resource for your Health: Mercola.com
Want to feel better or have more energy? Perhaps you feel great and just have a health-related question.
Either way, here’s a great starting point for your research.
Dr. Joseph Mercola’s website is one of the largest and most comprehensive natural health websites in the world (at least that I am aware of). Based in […]
No Comments » - Posted in Resources, Health by Elizabeth
Friday, March 16th, 2007
Playing a Game You Can Win
Everyone likes to win.
Sounds like a sappy platitude used in those cheesy greeting cards, doesn’t it?
But, it’s true. After all, why would this topic come up in every single one of my client coaching sessions last week? Think about it.
Everyone likes to win. To feel success. To taste and smell victory. […]
No Comments » - Posted in Purpose and Passion, Basketball, Success by Elizabeth
Wednesday, March 14th, 2007
Feeling Stressed? Don’t Forget to Use your Easy Button!
Are you having one of those days?
You know the type. The kind where stress, anxiety, overwhelm, frustration and even panic mount with each phone call, email, or meeting. The stress is creeping up on you at such a rapid pace that you now fear […]
No Comments » - Posted in Mind/Body/Spirit, Stress Management, Health by Elizabeth
Monday, March 12th, 2007
In a Rut? Look For Signs of Career Stagnation Syndrome
When it comes to your job, are you going through the motions? Does your career and life seem to be running on autopilot? Has the mundane and ho-hum replaced the excitement, drive and passion you once had for your work?
If so, you’ve got a classic case of “Career Stagnation Syndrome†– that’s CSS […]
No Comments » - Posted in Movies, Purpose and Passion, Success, Career by Elizabeth
Saturday, March 10th, 2007
D’oh! It’s Just a Mistake…Not a Character Flaw
I had a bright flash of inspiration this morning (thank you, Michael).
It’s time for all of us to lighten up - including myself!
In fact, most of us would be much better off if we adopted the attitude of Homer Simpson. Not the “loud belching in public” Homer Simpson, but the Homer who says […]
No Comments » - Posted in Stress Management, Success by Elizabeth
Thursday, March 8th, 2007
How To: Manage Email Overwhelm and Tame Your Inbox!
Email: wonderful technological innovation or necessary evil?
My answer varies depending on the day. What’s your response?
Perhaps today is not a good day to ask me. You see, I have just finished a marathon session of answering emails and other electronic inquiries, both for my own business and for another project I am currently […]
No Comments » - Posted in Getting Things Done, Success by Elizabeth
Sunday, March 4th, 2007
Want Work with Passion, Purpose and Profit?
I don’t know about you, but I not interested in spending time on work that is meaningless or less than fulfilling. Been there, done that. And, no matter how big the paycheck, it doesn’t seem worth it to me. But, that’s just my opinion…
I have the wonderful opportunity of helping my clients find […]
