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If you notice, I did not use the term “expert” in the title of this blog, because in the course of my research over the last year on social media, there is no such thing as an “expert.” In fact, social media is the great equalizer, in that small and large companies can compete in […]

This morning as I was on the stairmaster reading the November 2009 issue of Shape Magazine, when I came across a monthly column “Mantra of the Month” by Jared Matthew Weiss. The title caught my attention, “I have to work for what I deserve.” In the short piece, Weiss challenges readers to identify one area […]

There is a difference between a crisis and an emergency. Knowing when an emergency crosses over into a crisis and when you need to act immediately is the key. For example, an emergency is a small fire that is quickly contained without injury or property damage. A crisis is when that fire is not contained […]

There are many great self-help books, blogs, YouTube videos, magazines, inspirational Web sites, and other myriad of sources to get yourself motivated to accomplish your daily routine or long-term goals. We read, watch and listen to these sources to help get us going. With all the information available, why do so many people still seem […]

When life hands you lemons, make lemonade. How about …When life hands you lemons, make cucumber water. Sometimes you have to make the best of a situation given the resources you have on hand. This year my vegetable garden produced more cucumbers than normal, and I didn’t know what to do with the extra cucumbers […]

English bulldogs are known for being headstrong, tenacious and stubborn. As a beed, they are. My husband and I own one of these majestic and lovable dogs. His name is Mr. President. He is a 70-pound package of dog love, companionship and loyalty. The old saying, “Tenacious as a bulldog,” is very true. These dogs […]