Today, this is my office: Trust me, I'm aware that I am beyond fortunate. Today, more and more Americans are offered (or have selected) the option of working for themselves, or at the very least working remotely for an employer from the place of their choosing: backyards, libraries, coffee shops and beaches are now our offices, workspaces and conference rooms. Of course, there will never be a day when the entire nation works in this manner, because there will always be jobs that demand a ... View Post
Why You May Need A Mastermind Group (and how to form one)
In 2009, a motley crew assembled in a now-defunct cafe in northwest Arkansas, the unexpected frontrunner for the "business community of the year” award across countless metro cities in the United States (but that's another story).The group was full of passionate, intense, turbo-charged type-A personalities. While a small group in an arguably small (but thriving) community, few knew one another or had crossed paths prior to the first gathering.And yet, when we convened it felt as though the very ... View Post
Good Reads: Workplace Culture
I’m very fortunate to have an excellent inner circle of friends, peers and mentors who share a wealth of resources, tips, books and tools with me regularly. During a recent group conversation, it was obvious that the concept of workplace culture and the changing landscape of forward-thinking companies was a topic that each of currently finds captivating. While I often share gems and inspiring articles I run across via social media, I wanted to begin compiling some of the best resources for ... View Post
