Ideas for a Better Life
Unplugged, Part 2
I’m reading the book, The 4-Hour Workweek by Timothy Ferriss. I had seen it on the bestseller lists and wondered if it was all hype. However, when my husband gave it to me for our anniversary this past week, I dug in. (In our family of readers, books are favorite gifts, right behind good chocolate.)…
Read MoreUnplugged
I’m in the middle of a two-week "creative hiatus," which means no appointments and the mental freedom from my responsibilities as a biz owner. Time to dive into the dozen or so unread books in my office that still seem relevant, time to blog and read blogs. Time for hikes, bike rides, yoga classes, and…
Read MoreLive-Withs
From the book, The Highest Goal, by Michael Ray, I’m trying out a few "live-withs." These are concepts, beliefs, mantras that I’m experimenting with–living with to see what happens when I do. The live-withs I’m trying out: Do Only What You Love, Love Everything You Do See With Your Heart Participate in the Flow of…
Read MoreQuieting the Mind
"Leadership is in short supply today. For me, I start my workday early…not only to think but to quiet my mind and spirit. It is during those few hours that solutions that are less harsh come to me." –Koh Poh Tiong, CEO of Asia Pacific Breweries Ltd, a Singapore company with 32 breweries in 11…
Read MoreMotto Magazine and Tips from Coaches
I’m enjoying the newest issue of Motto magazine. The magazine’s tagline is "Purpose, Passion, and Profit." To give you a flavor of the magazine, think Fast Company meets Body and Soul. The May/June issue has a cover story on 50 Life Tips from 10 Top Coaches. To be honest, there’s not a whole lot new…
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