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Digital Decluttering 101
October 25, 2025, Issue #31 Your computer files say a lot about you. If your desktop looks like a game of “Where’s Waldo?”, covered in random documents and screenshots, you’re not alone. But here’s the thing: digital clutter isn’t just messy; it slows you down and can make you look less than professional when it… Continue reading…
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The Power of a Simple Follow-Up
October 11, 2025, Issue #30 Let’s be honest—most people are terrible at following up. We say things like, “I’ll email you later!” or “I’ll circle back on that,” and then…crickets. A week goes by, then two, and suddenly you’re wondering if that meeting really happened or if you just dreamed it up during your third… Continue reading…
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The Comparison Trap
September 24, 2025, Issue #29 Ever caught yourself scrolling through social media thinking, “Wow, that business owner has it all together. Meanwhile, I’m over here just trying to remember my email password”? Welcome to the comparison trap—a not-so-fun game we all play at some point. Here’s the thing: comparing your business to someone else’s is… Continue reading…
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Why You Need SOPs (Even if You Are a Team of One)
September 14, 2025, Issue #28 Your Brain Is Not a Filing Cabinet We like to think we’ll remember every little detail of how we do things. Spoiler alert: we won’t. Whether it’s the steps to publish a blog, onboard a new client, or invoice someone properly, relying on memory is like relying on Wi-Fi during… Continue reading…
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Coming On Strong: A Leadership Lesson from Brenda Lee (and Miley Cyrus) Don’t Lead Like a Wrecking Ball
August 24, 2025, Issue #27 “Coming on strong, coming on strong, I can feel the heartaches…” Brenda Lee wasn’t talking about workplace leadership—but she might’ve been onto something. There’s a certain kind of entrance some leaders make. You know the one: full steam ahead, ready to “shake things up,” all in the name of progress… Continue reading…
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Ask Why. Grow Smarter.
August 9, 2025, Issue #26 (A not-so-deep dive into business decisions that make sense) I was thinking about kids the other day — how they ask “Why?” after literally everything you say. “Because it’s bedtime.” “Why?” “Because you need sleep.” “Why?” It’s exhausting… but also kind of brilliant. Kids ask why because they’re curious. They… Continue reading…
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Business Lessons from My Dogs
July 26, 2025, Issue #25 “Surprising wisdom from my four-legged coworkers” I’ve learned so many things from my dogs over the years that have surprisingly translated to my business life. Here’s a list of the top lessons they’ve taught me that I try to apply daily in my work: Taking Care of Yourself: Rest When… Continue reading…
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Wobbles, Bumps and Open Roads: The Small Biz Ride
July 9, 2025, Issue #24 The Business Road: How Running a Small Business is Like Learning to Ride a Motorcycle Starting a small business can feel a lot like learning to ride a motorcycle. At first, you’re nervous, unsure, and trying to balance everything. But with time, practice, and the right mindset, you’ll be cruising with… Continue reading…
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The (Unexpected) Joys of Failure
June 24, 2025, Issue #23 Failure: it’s that dirty little word we all like to pretend to avoid. But here’s the thing—failure might actually be one of your greatest business assets. In fact, embracing failure can be the best thing for your productivity and your mental health. Sounds counterintuitive, right? But hear me out! Failure… Continue reading…
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The Wonderful World of To-Do Lists
June 9, 2025, Issue #22 To-do lists: the magical tools that promise productivity but often leave you questioning your life choices after you’ve crossed off “buy coffee” for the 10th day in a row. We all start with grand ambitions, but somewhere along the way, the list ends up full of tasks that are technically… Continue reading…
