Midyear Check-In

Midyear Check-In

Recently, the calendar flipped from June to July. 2024 is half over. For me, July 1st means it is time to reflect on the year to date and assess how things are going. I will check to see if I am still on track to reach all my goals for the year and consider what...
Not About Me

Not About Me

In our business, it’s natural to feel the pressure of fast-paced projects. However, it’s important to remember that we’re all in this together, supporting each other as we navigate the challenges that come our way. I recently had a conversation with...
Loving Mondays

Loving Mondays

I like Mondays. It is a strange take on life.  According to an article in Forbes, “Fully 80% of people say Monday is their most stressful day at work, and 41% of people dislike Mondays the most, compared to the other days.” Don’t get me wrong—it’s not my favorite day...
Saving Resources

Saving Resources

Thrifty, one of our core values, may seem simple to define. However, it’s crucial to understand that it’s not synonymous with ‘cheap ‘. We like to use the definition of maximizing resources. When we get the most out of our resources, we are...
Ch-Ch-Change

Ch-Ch-Change

My granddaughter doesn’t like to get out of her pajamas, no matter what activity is coming next. It can be a regular day when going to daycare, a place she seems to love, is next on the agenda, or church, shopping, or even getting donuts. She doesn’t want to change...
Let Me Help You Out

Let Me Help You Out

Last week, my brother Justin and I were talking, and during the conversation, he mentioned how happy he was with his life. Recently, I was part of a larger conversation that started with someone complaining about how bad their life had been. Warning: People...