Over these last few weeks, I find myself going into process mode. I ask myself and God: What in the world is going on? We have a global pandemic and a global social movement, #BlackLivesMatter. All on top of each other, intertwined and mixed up. All steeped in deep emotion Read more…
So here we are. A month into our new lives with the coronavirus or thereabouts. No doubt we’re all facing new norms. For some, our work and family lives are now integrated together. And in some cases, you’re actually physically isolated from your work and family. During these uncertain times, Read more…
A post appeared in my LinkedIn feed about designing intentional workplaces. A space where employees “bring their full selves to work, and feel like they belong.” If you follow my blog, you know one of my themes is diversity and inclusion. So when I read about DEB, it caught my Read more…
Here we are, it’s mid-January already! With the start of the year, it’s also time for my annual tradition. Previously, I’ve chosen 3 words to guide the next 365 days…a sort of compass to inform and provide a positive direction. Last year, I switched it up and swapped 3 words Read more…
As we wind down 2019 and get ready to ring in 2020, I’m wondering about something. I’m sure you’re aware of the saying ‘hindsight is 20/20.’ The numerical alignment has me thinking. As I reflect on this past year on lessons learned, how can I apply this knowledge to help Read more…
Ah, it’s November and it’s Fall ya’ll. The air is crisp and cool. Yes, even in Florida we’ve had cooler, grayer and fall-like weather. The month of November commemorates a few things. There’s No Shave November for those who wish to skip shaving to honor cancer awareness. And we have Read more…
Do you know this feeling? You set out to do the norm and discover inspiration? You follow the regular routine and something disrupts it, yet in a good way? Turns out, my side gig for my branding startup delivered just this sort of twist. Through the ridesharing services of Uber Read more…
If you’re a consultant, freelancer or small business owner, how do you find balance? I’m not talking about work/life balance. I’m talking about the balance of ‘I got this’ with ‘Do I?’ The balance of the up and down, push and pull, dreams with practicality, cheerleader with the scorekeeper. I Read more…
cooldeb coming at ya’ll with some grand and groovy branding advice called the 4Vs of Branding. Gearing up for a startup launch? Refreshing an existing brand due to a change or expansion in services? Pushing out emails and social media posts yet engagement is low? No worries, keep truckin’ and Read more…
Danger. Beware. I’m breaking blog best practices. I’m going off topic and deeply personal. My black lab son has cancer. As a single woman, Bo is the center of my universe. Actually, he IS my universe. If you know me, you already know this. If you don’t, allow me to Read more…