I grew up smack in between the era of never leaving the house without lipstick and Gloria Steinem. I liked being in the middle. It was – and is – a good place to be because there are people on both sides all the time so I am never lonely. It […]
The All-American Ice Breaker
Nothing says Spring quite like the launch of baseball season – and it is opening day for the Colorado Rockies! Baseball is a favorite of mine, not only because I get to spend time enjoying the views from Coors Field, but I often invite friends or clients to join me for a game. Conversation is […]
Can Social Media Be Anti-Social?
I believe it was Obi-Wan in an early Star Wars movie that suggested using powers for good, not evil. And while Twitter and Facebook and Pinterest and WordPress (and whatever else that current 12 year-old kids are dreaming up these days) are the place to be in cyberspace, it is so easy to get tripped up […]
Look Who’s Talking – April – Denver Metro Chamber of Commerce
I am honored to keynote the CU Denver Boots to Suit’s in conjunction with the Denver Metro Chamber of Commerce on April 4th. This anniversary salute, created and supported by CU Denver and the DMCC in hopes of easing the transition from military life into a civilian career, links student military veterans with local business professionals. Visit here for more […]
Silence is Golden
Shhhh! Quiet down! Listen! I’ve spent many years teaching folks how to make small talk, but now I am teaching the masses how to BE QUIET. For many, the sound of one’s own voice is simply addictive. Do you find yourself getting off the elevator at the wrong floor because you cannot stop talking ? […]
Dr. Heckle and Mr. Snide
Remember those commercials with the “Never let them see you sweat” tagline? So does President Obama. At a recent press event, the leader of the free world was heckled by an audience member. I know – shocking. Someone actually had the audacity to harass a man with so much power he could ban Reese’s Peanut Butter Cups forever. He could […]
