I’ll be the first to admit that I can be budget conversation avoidant. And I understand how those feelings can trickle into business budget conversations. But recently, I did the unimaginable. I had the budget conversation!

I’ll be honest – my morning rituals have taken a hit lately. The grounding practices that usually set the tone for my day somehow slipped through the cracks. But I'm recommitting! 

Four years ago, I was stuck in the "safe zone." I had a familiar job. I had a stable income. A loving family. What more could a person want? But, at the same time, my dreams were gathering dust. 

Have you ever gotten the advice “just delegate more” and you just want to scream?  

That’s because it’s terrible advice! Delegation isn’t just something you just “do.” It’s actually the final step of a three-step process! 

One of the big reasons people decide to become entrepreneurs is for the freedom. It’s true that they love what they’re doing and believe in its impact, but it’s also the appeal of being able to be your own boss and make your own hours. So, if freedom and flexibility were the reasons you became an entrepreneur – why are you still doing it all?

I was listening to a podcast recently called, "Freakonomics Radio," hosted by Stephen Dubner. Something that was discussed during this series was a thing called “cost disease.” Now, if you haven’t heard this term before, don’t fret – neither had I.

I recently did something that was equal parts exciting and nerve-wracking. And it pushed me out of my comfort zone. And you know what? I survived! and I think it actually went well.

10 years ago, I defended my doctoral dissertation on burnout. At that time, no one was really talking about burnout. And little did I know how prophetic that research would become.

Want to know the secret to living a miserable life? Or do you want the antidote that will remedy 90% of these unhappiness ailments? Goal setting. Plain and simple. Here are 5 guaranteed ways to be unhappy and how setting goals is the cure.

When my husband and I acquired Griswold Home Care in New Castle County two years ago, I needed reliable support across various business functions. My solution was simple but powerful: I got the band back together. They’re my trusted allies who share our values and approach to business. 

I recently saw a post about the 8+8+8 Rule and thought it was a great reminder! I then took a minute just to check in to see how I did the day before. And I’m not going to lie – it was pretty balanced! “What is the 8+8+8 Rule?” you may be asking.

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 ...

Countless companies throw money at their retention problems – higher salaries, catered lunches, ping pong tables – only to watch their best talent walk out the door anyway. Why? Because they missed what actually matters. What employees truly crave is painfully simple: to be seen and valued for who they are and what they contribute.

A few months ago, I made a resolution for myself and started implementing it immediately. Looking forward at 2025, I have a lot of things I’m excited for – and I mean REALLY excited. But if I’m going to get there with continued enthusiasm and without dropping the ball, I’ve got to start respecting my boundaries a heck of a lot more.

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:

Ever wonder how some people seem to effortlessly juggle work, family responsibilities, volunteering – the whole nine yards – and still make time for themselves? Well, I have a secret to "Getting Sh*t Done" (GSD)! Nothing fancy or complicated - just a sticky note and a to-do list!

In February, I celebrated my 50th birthday … and I found myself caught in an emotional tug-of-war – both loving and loathing this significant milestone. But that morning, I made a decision: 50 isn't just a number; it's a mindset. And I'm fully committed to embracing this new chapter with intention and purpose.

You've poured your heart into your nonprofit's mission. You've nailed the fundraising, developed strong programs, and built a stellar team. But if you don’t have an excellent ED-Board partnership, you can only get so far. So, let’s take a look on how to ensure your partnership is out of this world.

The thing that differentiates a good idea from a great one is if it’s actually worth your time, energy, and resources to pursue. You have to take that 30-thousand-foot view of something and determine if it’s a good idea or if it will just leave you frustrated and anxious about the potential unintended consequences of pursuing something you shouldn’t have.

Part of what makes your board able to give support to your Executive Director is by having out of this world board governance. This might sound overwhelming - but by following this Board Excellence Blueprint, your board will be outstanding in no time. An excellent board leads directly to amplifying your nonprofit’s impact.