The Boy spoke at a continuing education event for my industry the other week. The topic was on the ways companies can engage with charities. As a long-time accountant within the non-profit world, The Boy talked about how giving changes individuals and companies, and how you can research and select a charitable organization with confidence. He […]
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Advice from the Week that Was
A former boss of mine loved the book Don’t Squat with Your Spurs On. (Bonus points to Kenya friends who can Name.That.Boss.) The book is full of cowboy wisdom for daily living. With that in mind, consider this list Shannah’s wisdom garnered over the last week. Always double check anything printed that is important enough […]
Success Secrets
In the (many) years since university, I’ve thought about what advice I’d give myself, if I could, on how to succeed in the working world. The first thing I’d tell myself is that success looks an awful lot like hard work. There are no two ways about it. Any company that paid you for simply […]
This is an Awkward Story
I have a funny (funny as in slightly different, not funny ha-ha) attitude towards professional recognition. I believe that recognition comes when you do the right things. Work hard to improve your craft, be a continual learner, be committed to your organization and leadership, make your team shine – these things lead to the right […]
A Different Kind of Marketing
Spotted in a hotel lobby during one of our marathon weekends away:
We Saw Elvis
Really – we did. Last week, in fact. My friend, J, and I were walking to the train and Elvis walked right past us. He was looking a little worse for wear, in a business suit with his tie askew. He also had on a string of Mardi Gras beads. (I’m not really sure what […]
The Signs are Showing
We’re working too hard and we need a break. I know this is the case because: The laptops are on – and we’re on them – all the time (morning, nights and weekends). Sleep is scarce. Conversations are 98.92% about work. I forgot to plug The Boy’s razor in after unplugging it to use my […]
Three Reasons Running Can Help Your Career
Running, even when I don’t want to do it, is awesome. Most days, most runs are a good thing. I suppose that’s the endorphins talking. But honestly, I’ve also realized that running does more than make the body feel good, sharpen the mind and reduce fat deposits. I’ve come to believe that running helps you […]
Tipping Point
It’s always nice when you realize that you know more than you thought you did. One day, you’re a moron at work. Asking tons of questions. Digging for information. Researching everything. Then suddenly, you know the answer. You understand a random project title reference. It feels like you’ve been there forever. It’s the employee tipping point […]