May 19, 2012

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Welcome

Welcome to my blog! This where I share my thoughts about communications, business and leadership. I'm big on honesty and openess so I hope you'll join in the conversation and share your views too!

Here are a few of my most recent posts. I hope you enjoy reading them as much as I enjoyed writing them.

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Six ways to remove the technology fear barrier

I just learned that the company where my dad works still uses DOS. My first reaction: What's DOS? Have you ever seen a screen like the image below? That's DOS. DOS (Disk Operating System) is an operating system designed for IBM computers and apparently "number people" love it. That is all I know about DOS. [...]

Five myths about editors debunked

If I ever own or lead a business one of the first things I will do is find  a kick-butt editor. Editing is a skill that I strive to improve, but not one that comes to me easily. (We all have one of those, right?) With the exception of Meryl Streep in the Devil Wears [...]

How to over-think yourself into a rut

Have you ever thought about something so intently that you ended up completely disabling yourself and became unable to make a decision? Right before your eyes you watch that initial wonderful thought disintegrate. I have to admit that I've done this to my blog. In January my site crashed so I thought to myself "why [...]

Been a rough year? Try loving it!

Isn't this a great time of year? Can you feel the optimism? I certainly can - it seems everyone is gearing up for a great 2012! But the excitement comes with a side of apprehension. I've been reading and hearing from friends and colleagues about how 2011, generally speaking, was not great. For many, it [...]

15 Gift Ideas for Comm Peeps and PR Geeks

What oh what to get the wonderful communications people in your life? Here are a few ideas. Enjoy and be merry! Brain Candy 1) The Big Bang Theory Cost: $125.99 on Amazon for Seasons 1-4 Why someone would love it: Because it will always make you laugh! What better way to unwind than with a little [...]