Technology rules our lives. We hardly make it through the day without relying on our phones or computers, using email, text messaging, apps for everything, online convenience systems (banking, scheduling, etc) and social networks. It’s difficult to think about life before email exchange on day-to-day business interactions. Technology is here to stay and can be […]
You’ve heard the saying, “Actions speak louder than words.” It rings true. If you want to be the best, then you need to try your best. You need to be all in. You need to ask questions, be open to constantly learn new things. There is no ”˜part way.’ There’s no quick-fix, juicing diet plan that […]
Over the years I have gotten a lot of criticism about the expectations I have for myself and those around me. I know that sometimes I’m not viewed in a positive light because I’m always driving forward. As much as we don’t like to admit it, many people find that trait more unpalatable in females than males. […]
I haven’t always been the ”˜out front’ type. I used to spend my time in the back of the room, positioned perfectly to avoid being called on, or called out, able to slink away without being noticed. From my back row vantage point I would watch others achieve, quietly wishing I could be as smart […]
I have been to countless emergency responses over my twelve years in public safety. I have dealt with children in crisis in my career as an elementary teacher before that. I know how to handle myself on scenes, big, small, difficult”¦ At least I thought I did; until the call to 9-1-1 was initiated from […]