Have you ever noticed that it’s easier to tackle things when you are busy (read: swamped)? I have. I work a full-time job, manage this site, and create daily content on social media. And I’m a caregiver. For some reason,…
My 2021 Goals
It’s fair to say that for most, a lot of things were put on hold (or went by the wayside altogether) in 2020, both personally and professionally. While I’m not one to set a ton of goals, intentions, or resolutions…
How A Thyroid Cancer Diagnosis Changed My Career
September is Thyroid Cancer Awareness Month. As an advocate, it is important to me to spread awareness for thyroid disease and cancer in any way that I can, so that people know where to turn for resources. But it’s also…
Wednesday Words: Know Your Worth
In light of yesterday being equal pay day, I wanted to put in my two cents on the subject (pun intended). There have been many times in my professional career when I was less concerned with what I was making—like…
The Start of Something New
With a new year comes new experiences. And, for me, 2018 is kicking off with a new job. While I am beyond excited to start my new position today, it also meant leaving behind my old, familiar office full of…
Need Career Advice? Hire a Mentor!
Ever wonder what you should do with your life? Or what kind of career would be both rewarding and fulfilling—personally, professionally, and let’s face it, financially? Of course, we would all like to do what we love—and get paid well…
The June Agenda
Go: I’m not sure if Mother Nature is aware, but it is June. According to all of the notifications I’ve been receiving from Facebook lately, at this time last year, I was already getting my tan on. So let’s hope…
Farewell, Two Thousand Sixteen
Well, friends, the time has come to bid farewell to 2016. It’s hard to believe that another year is coming to a close and that I am writing the last post of the year. As I have gotten older, it…
The Next Chapter
I recently wrote a post about change. Well, there has been a development in my life that has warranted my taking my own advice. In August of 2015, I decided to quit my 9-to-5 job and give blogging full-time a…
What I Learned from Blogging Full-Time for a Year
It’s been one year since I took a leap of faith and decided to work on my blog full-time. There’s been plenty of heartache, stress, days spent questioning my sanity, and tears. But there have also been plenty of rewards….
Monday Mantra: Embrace the Day
It’s that time of the week again. Time to set those alarms, jump into drive, and start yet another week. If you’re thinking that Sunday should come with a pause button, you’re not alone. How many of you embrace Mondays?…
Monday Mantra: The Dream is Free, The Hustle is Sold Separately
Last week I felt uninspired, unmotivated, and unproductive. I’m going to cut myself some slack here, and blame it on the fact that my body was fighting a pesky cold…and it has since lost the battle. So now that I…
