A Fresh Look at the Other R and R

We ladies understand the importance of keeping rest and relaxation high on our personal “to do” list. I hear you and fully support you in that! And, if you’re a […]
Women in the Wild: Monkeys in Costa Rica

One of Costa Rica’s largest tourism draws is its diverse wildlife population. In North Carolina, seeing a cow in a pasture or a squirrel running up a tree trunk is […]
My Favorite Tiny Traditions

When I think of traditions, I typically think of going to the beach with my family every summer, eating cake with my friends on my birthday and gathering with my […]
UNCSA to Present 60th Season of “The Nutcracker” at the Tanger Center

The sweetest holiday tradition returns to the Piedmont Triad for its 60th season this December when the University of North Carolina School of the arts (UNCSA) presents its beloved production […]
Navigating a Job Search in an AI World

The job search has never been simple, but throwing artificial intelligence into the mix has made it a whole new ballgame. Between applicant tracking systems (ATS) scanning your résumé, AI […]
The Art of Accountability

Accountability is simply taking responsibility for performance and results, both the wins and the misses. I love this quote from Stephen Covey: “Accountability builds response-ability.” And, it’s true. Without accountability, […]
Ready For What’s Next: Navigating the Shift From Work to Retirement

Retirement is one of life’s biggest transitions. For many, it brings excitement and relief – the thought of more freedom, time with family, travel and hobbies can feel like a […]
Hustle & Heart – Normalize Balance, Not Burnout: 5 Things Small Business Owners Need to Quit Accepting

Somewhere along the way, small business culture decided that exhaustion equals success. We’ve been fed the narrative that if you’re not constantly bogged down by work, doubting yourself or chasing […]
Making Dollars, Making Sense; Should I Pay Off My Mortgage?

Being unsure whether to pay off your mortgage or not is a good problem to have. It means you have significant savings and have afforded yourself some choices. While the […]
Trying New Things: Recreational Softball

Welcome back to another Trying New Things! In this monthly column, I try a health, wellness or fitness endeavor to help you decide for yourself if it’s something you want […]