Recently, I attended a service-learning workshop. Now, I know what you might be thinking. You’re thinking that I’m going to tell you to volunteer, volunteer, and volunteer some more! Well, I’m not. And actually, that is what I was expecting to hear as well. However, I was delighted to learn that this particular workshop wasn’t […]
Read MoreThe holiday season is one of my favorite times of the year. My mom will fill the kitchen with enough food to feed an army – including the secret recipe family cheesecake that takes days to make just right. My dad will cart out stacks of board games from the garage – even the ones […]
Read MoreWith seven movies in The Fast and the Furious franchise, I’m guessing you’ve seen at least one. I wouldn’t say they’re my favorite, but I do own them all. (Don’t judge.) It was one of first mainstream movie series that really went into the car culture with any sort of accuracy. Not that they’re completely […]
Read MoreI recently had a conversation with a few of my coworkers about networking. The general consensus? Unless you are looking for a job, it’s not worth the time. This is where I think (and know) they are wrong. Networking is always a good idea – especially for a business owner. Yes, networking events can be […]
Read MoreWaiting in line can be exciting. The kind of waiting that ends with a roller coaster ride or with the purchase of concert tickets to your favorite band’s show. Waiting in line can also be not so exciting. Like when you’re at the doctor’s office or stuck in rush hour traffic. This is a story […]
Read MoreWhen I was in college, I worked at a movie theatre. Whenever I worked behind the vending stand, I used to challenge my co-workers to sell more nachos than me. The job, obviously, wasn’t commission-based. There were no prizes or rewards for being the best nacho salesman. I just did it to make my shift […]
Read MoreIf you’re lucky, your thoughts, opinions, and ideas are challenged every day. Regular, open discussion is a healthy thing, especially when it comes to justifying what you’re most passionate about. But let’s be real. With the various responsibilities you have in your day to day and how busy work can seem, it’s easy to fall […]
Read More“First comes laughing, then comes crying.” It’s been a while since I’ve heard these words, but as a child, I heard them often. My grandmother would share this warning with me, my brother, and sister when we were about to get in trouble – and we wanted the good times to keep on rolling. Inevitably, […]
Read MoreIf I had to pass on one trait to my children, it would be honesty. Honesty isn’t just about being a good person. It’s not about having morals or possessing values. It’s about choosing to speak the truth in even the most difficult situations. Think about the restaurant manager who spouts off every excuse under […]
Read MoreDear girl-who-knows-literally-nothing, Ok, that’s a little harsh. You do know some things – important things like the value of hard work and how to respect your professional elders. But, contrary to popular belief, you do not know it all. No worries, though. You’re really just beginning. In the next 1,460 days (four years for those […]
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