2016: 1 Second Everyday
July 1, 2016
We All Have Jobs Because Someone Is Bad at Something
March 24, 2016
When I was interviewing to work with Don, our CEO, one of the first things he had me do was complete a DISC test. Based on my strengths, he wanted to cater my job description to make sure I was set up to operate within my skill set. But he also said something interesting as … More We All Have Jobs Because Someone Is Bad at Something
How Our Staff Turned into a Bunch of Yogis
March 22, 2016
One of our staff members, Koula, was just certified as a yoga instructor. She invested over 200 hours into her training — 25 hours each weekend for the last 8 weekends. As soon as we learned the date she was going to be certified, we started cooking up a way to celebrate her. On her first Monday … More How Our Staff Turned into a Bunch of Yogis
Why Companies Should Buy a Lot of Doughnuts
March 18, 2016
It’s a Friday morning and the first thing I thought about when I woke up was doughnuts. It’s become a tradition to get doughnuts for the staff on Fridays. Everyone has worked so hard and there’s nothing quite like some fried dough and icing to express our thanks. It makes me sad to think about … More Why Companies Should Buy a Lot of Doughnuts
Three Simple Steps to Resolving Conflict
April 14, 2015
We all face conflict every once in awhile. Is there a way to approach these conflicts so they can be negotiated peacefully? Our office is in an alley behind this great little Mexican restaurant in Nashville. We’re right in the middle of a neighborhood, so there are always people on foot, walking to the coffeeshop … More Three Simple Steps to Resolving Conflict
How to Make Your Dreams Come True
March 13, 2015
It’s been one of those weeks. We all have them. Each day it seems the task list doesn’t end and the dishes continue to pile up in the sink. I went to sleep last night and dreamt I walked down to the kitchen and all of the dishes were done. “Yes!” I thought, as it … More How to Make Your Dreams Come True
Two Ways to Make Everyday Life Feel Like a Vacation
March 4, 2015
For the last few years, my friend Bob has hosted a retreat in Canada for his friends. The lodge where the retreat is held is 50 miles from the nearest road, outside of Vancouver, British Columbia. To get there, you have two options: a quick seaplane flight directly to the dock, or a long couple … More Two Ways to Make Everyday Life Feel Like a Vacation
