Posts by Carol Ross
Letting Go of Proving Myself
I learned a big lesson last week. In preparing to be interviewed about my newest venture, A Bigger Voice, I talked with colleagues about my apprehension and my biggest nightmare–being speechless or fumbling for the right words to describe my passion. I know, it sounds silly. But this was my third try at the same…
Read MoreHow An Ex-Rock Star Can Help You Create Community
A Fast Company article describes a new site for uploading videos, The Hub, as a way for human rights atrocities to be made visible. Why is this innovative? Because according to the article, places like YouTube have "strict guidelines against graphic sexual or violent material." The Hub was launched by ex-rock star, Peter Gabriel, who…
Read MoreHomelessness: A Glimpse into a Foreign Land
I previously announced the newest blogger in my family, Ryan, my nephew. A twenty-something, he has been blogging about his experience in the Jesuit Volunteer Corps, working in a resource center for homeless men and helping them navigate the court system in Oakland, CA. He lives on a very small stipend, in a house with…
Read MoreTraverse City
Last month, I traveled to Traverse City, Michigan, home of the National Cherry Festival. As I munch on Cherry Republic’s Ambassador Mix (dried cherries, pistachios, dried cranberries, sugar, macadamia nuts, and sunflower oil), I’m thinking back fondly on my short, two-day visit. When I travel, I like to get immersed in the uniqueness of a…
Read MoreWhat Entrepreneurs Should Focus On
These ideas come from Barbara Mowry, who I recently quoted in another post about channeling your energy into a business. Mowry was talking with the Denver chapter of the Association for Corporate Growth. What I took away from Mowry’s talk: Start a business for the right reasons. Not money, but passion. It’s your passion that…
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