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Runaway Truck Ramps and the Reminder I Didn’t Know I Needed
So…I drove my daughter to college last week. The car was packed with too many blue zippered moving bags (which were filled with fluffy pink blankets and pillows with pink pom-poms and pink extra-long twin sheets). We had a fan that TikTok said we had to have, too many sweatshirts for someone going to South Carolina, and snacks… a lot of snacks. But my heart was full. On the drive, we alternated between true crime podcasts, self-help audiobooks, and what I call “memory music”… the songs that sneak up on you and remind you what it felt like to buckle them into a car seat. (Those were tough!) Then, somewhere…
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Polyworking? I Think Gen X Invented That
I came across a Forbes article recently about how millennials are embracing “polyworking.” It’s a fancy term for holding multiple jobs or juggling income streams to stay afloat. The article talks about how millennials are burning out from side hustles, long hours, and trying to do it all while still answering Slack messages. And while I don’t disagree, millennials are absolutely doing the hustle, I couldn’t help but think… Gen X has been living this life for decades. We just didn’t have a catchy word for it or time to write think pieces about it. We were too busy doing it. We were latchkey kids. We learned early how to…
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5 Steps to Doing a Goal Audit Without an Existential Crisis
Over the weekend, I found a crumpled note at the back of my desk drawer that said: “Revamp workout routine!” No date, no context… just vibes. And honestly? It could’ve been from last week… or a year ago. That little discovery made me cringe. Then, realize it might be time for a goal audit. It reminded me how easy it is to set goals (or even just loosely think about them), but never really circle back to ask if they’re working… or if we even still want them on our list. So I paused. I pulled out all the goals I’d set earlier this year and asked: What’s still relevant?…
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5 Spring Reset Ideas That Don’t Involve a Cleanse or a Rebrand
I’m not doing a “new me” this spring. I don’t have the energy for some full-blown reinvention. And truthfully? I kind of like the old me. She’s really been through it, but still has a few endearing quirks. For example, she has this thing for reality TV, goes to bed weirdly early, and keeps a list of oddly specific notes in her reminder app. (Current favorite: “Organize the pantry, toss the mystery tea bags, and stop pretending the decorative lentils are part of a meal plan.”) Instead, what I am doing is a soft reset. Not a cleanse (been there, done that!). Not a challenge (have enough of those, thank…
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3 Easy SMART Goal Hacks to Make Goals Actually Stick
I’ve set hundreds of SMART goals in my life. I’ve even set a bunch of DUMB goals, dozens of backward goals, a handful of FAST goals, and even a few BHAGs. Heck, I’ve even written dozens of articles (and an ebook!) all about goal setting. So, I guess you can say I’ve done a lot of research into what makes a goal one that is actually achievable. But don’t worry, this isn’t yet another how-to guide for setting goals. This is a realistic look at why some goals stick, and others don’t… even if they follow all the “right” rules. Really Quick Review: What’s a SMART Goal? I know. I…
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What Knitting Has Taught Me About Business and Marketing
I’ve been knitting for many years. It started all the way back before my daughter was born, when I was determined to make her a blanket before she arrived. That was also probably my first lesson in good intentions not always leading to results (or maybe in biting off more than you can chew!). Despite buying all the supplies, picking out the perfect pattern, and envisioning how beautiful the finished product would be, I never actually made that blanket. But I did learn something: starting is easy, but following through is the real challenge. Almost two decades and hundreds of successful knitting projects later, I’ve found my place in the…
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Mastering Productive Downtime: A Balanced Approach to Recharge
We’ve all experienced those moments when we hit a wall and just need to step back. For me, that often means zoning out in front of the latest reality TV show—a quick escape from the hustle. But then, the guilt creeps in because there’s still so much to do. What if I told you that downtime can actually be as productive as your busiest work hours? “Productive downtime” isn’t an oxymoron—it’s a key to sustainable success. Downtime is often seen as unproductive, but it doesn’t have to be. In fact, incorporating intentional breaks into your routine can enhance your productivity and overall well-being. Think of it as hitting the refresh…
