Too often, we wear busyness like a badge of honor. It feels productive, but here's the uncomfortable truth: when everything gets 60% of your attention, nothing gets the focus it actually needs. 

Being a leader can feel pretty lonely sometimes. And nobody wants to be stuck on an island unless it's tropical and you've got a drink in your hand, right? That's where being a part of mastermind groups come in as a game-changer.

Earlier this year, I sat in an empty office waiting for a delivery of a conference table and a refrigerator – typical when you’re moving to a new office (#entrepreneurlife). While I was there, I had a couple of meetings on Zoom. We laughed and joked about how bizarre it was to be taking this meeting from a mostly empty office. But after we said our goodbyes, I reflected on a few things ...

I recently found myself juggling the largest client roster I've ever had at once and the workload was starting to feel overwhelming! My trusty pen-and-paper lists and daily sticky notes weren't cutting it anymore – Enter my surprisingly simple Excel system that's been a total game-changer:

We’ve all heard “Rotary this...” and “Rotary that...” - but what exactly is Rotary? And is it really something worth putting your time into? Rotary International describes itself as “a global network of neighbors, friends, leaders, and problem-solvers who see a world where people unite and take action to create lasting change.” And yes, it is absolutely worth it.

You know that feeling when your traditional marketing efforts just aren't cutting it anymore? It's time to shake things up with strategic sponsorships that can transform your business presence. There’s a reason that companies stay in your brain - like State Farm and Coors Light. And it’s not because of your untapped passion for insurance and beer.  It’s because you see them making a difference in your community through sponsorships.

When running a business, adding more to your plate can sound daunting. But real community engagement goes beyond just writing checks or showing up at the occasional chamber of commerce meeting. We’re talking about meaningful involvement – the kind where you become a familiar face at local events and people know your name, not just your business card.

We all know that sometimes strategic planning can feel like herding cats while juggling flaming torches. But here's the good news: you can ditch those headaches. We have one favorite tool to hold a productive discussion around what your business or organization should do in the future. That way you can transform planning from a painful marathon into a manageable (and dare we say enjoyable?) process.