Posts Tagged With ‘ @Change | Shift Happens ’

I had occasion to speak with a prospect on a Zoom call the other day. She was looking for help in establishing her brand and marketing her online workshops and published materials. She insisted those things could be accomplished only by a digital marketing agency. I suggested digital marketing (or online marketing) simply means promoting stuff through digital channels using electronic technology, as opposed to print. I told her we employ tactics like email, social media, web-based advertising, text and multimedia messages, webinars, search engines, online customer communities, and other digital... Continue Reading

For small business owners and entrepreneurs, good time management is key. It’s different from being an employee because you’re the one who must make sure you use your time well. Making the Most of Your Time Have you ever said, “I wish I had more time,” or “I can’t find the time”? We all say things like this, but we don’t often stop to think about it. We all have the same 24 hours each day. So, what makes some people get more done than others? It’s all about how you use your time. The Bureau of Labor Statistics says that on average, people spend about 5 hours a day on fun stuff... Continue Reading

Creating better online habits can transform your day, especially if you’re entering into the world of online entrepreneurship. Before I ventured into my online business, I had the structure of corporate life to guide me. I knew exactly what was expected each day. However, stepping into the online world, I faced a whole new set of challenges. Maximize Your Productive Day with Better Online Habits Initially, my enthusiasm to learn everything about the online business world led me to invest in numerous products and courses, all promising to be the ultimate solution. Soon, I realized this approach... Continue Reading

“Do not judge me by my success, judge me by how many times I fell down and got back up again.” ~ Nelson Mandela Being resilient isn’t just about hanging in there or enduring; it’s about coming back even stronger after a setback. It’s a lot like farming. A farmer prepares the soil, plants seeds, and waters them. Then he waits patiently for the seeds to grow. Just as this process takes time and attention, so does cultivating resilience. As a small business owner, I can attest to the unexpected challenges, setbacks, and even failures that dot the entrepreneurial path. Maybe you’ve... Continue Reading

According to The Washington Post, our teacher shortage has grown 35% in the 37 states they monitor to over 49,000 vacancies. For example, Arizona has 2,890 openings, more than 1,000 from the previous year. West Virginia was missing 1,500 teachers, which is a 50% increase from the previous year. So, what is causing this shortage in such an honorable profession? Exit interviews list reasons such as low pay, poor working conditions, and supervision, lack of support from the community, lack of autonomy, changing curriculum, and rising school violence. Why do teachers become teachers in the first place?... Continue Reading

According to the United States Census, 1 in 6 people in the United States are 65 and older. That compares to 1 in 20, a hundred years ago back in 1920. Social Security benefits are received by 48.6 million Americans. 10,000 Baby Boomers are turning 65 each day. Introduction Retirement is a significant life transition that marks the end of our professional careers and the beginning of a new phase. For many, it’s a time of excitement and anticipation, but it can also bring about feelings of uncertainty and apprehension. How we handle retirement can greatly impact our quality of life during our... Continue Reading

In 2008 — nearly 15 years ago — Joseph Epstein published an article called, “The Kindergarchy”. It begins like this: In America, we are currently living in a Kindergarchy, under rule by children. People who are raising, or have recently raised, or have even been around children a fair amount in recent years will, I think, immediately sense what I have in mind. Children have gone from background to foreground figures in domestic life, with more and more attention centered on them, their upbringing, their small accomplishments, their right relationship with parents and grandparents. For... Continue Reading

Hold yourself responsible for a higher standard than anybody else expects of you. Never excuse yourself. Never pity yourself. Be a hard master to yourself and be lenient to everybody else. ― Henry Ward Beecher Welcome to my latest blog post on self-discipline, where together, we will explore why self-discipline is a key ingredient for achieving success as a small business owner, and in every aspect of life. As an entrepreneur and business owner, I know firsthand the power of self-discipline and how it has helped me to overcome obstacles, stay focused, and achieve my goals. I also know first-hand... Continue Reading

About Learning and Personal Development Maribel quickly identified that she was passionate about learning and development, especially personal development. Personal development is about developing yourself as an individual, so she flips the camera and directs it at herself. She spent a great part of 2020 doing a lot of self-discovery work.  2020 impacted Maribel along with other people. She embarked on a mission to discover her purpose and the meaning of life. New Goals in Life – Personal Journal She observed that she has done a lot of different things in her career and it’s very easy to get... Continue Reading

Where do I begin? My mind says: How do I stay sane in an insane world? My heart says: Stay focused on love, joy, peace, and happiness. Others say: But how can you do that when there is so much pain, distress, negativity, and chaos? My voice says: Be still, find as much positivity as you can, envision the world has turned right side up, deep dive into the strength/courage/confidence within, each day focus on a miracle/something that you can smile about, lead by example that uplifts and encourages, and most of all discover the deep-rooted love that can envelope all things. “We are all being... Continue Reading