The traditional career path of climbing the ladder in a corporate job may seem like a safe option, but in recent years, more and more people are choosing to take the leap and pursue entrepreneurship. While there are certainly challenges to starting your own business, the rewards can be significant, from being your own boss […]
Do you have one of those hard-to-work-for bad bosses? OK, that’s too kind. Is your boss a jerk? Do you sometimes want to pull your hair out? Or even throw things after a talk with Mr./Mrs. Wonderful? Bad bosses almost always lack emotional intelligence. They play favorites, gossip, and have private agendas not always in […]
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Leadership is often described as the art of influencing others to achieve a common goal. Leaders are expected to have great vision, superb communication skills, and impeccable execution abilities. However, even the greatest leaders find themselves under the authority of someone else. So, what happens when a leader is given an order that conflicts with […]
The Power of Gratitude Discover the power of gratitude with transformational speaker and author Clint Hatton and learn how it can positively transform your life, relationships, and entrepreneurial endeavors. In today’s fast-paced world, it’s easy to get caught up in the hustle and bustle of daily life and overlook the small things that bring us […]
Energize Your Success! Discover how the power of energy can transform your business, overcome self-doubt, and unlock your true potential. In this insightful interview, we have the opportunity to delve into the world of energetic strategies with Ella Heink, a soul coach, etheric healer, and energetic strategist. Ella shares her expertise on how harnessing the power […]
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This isn’t me but what a haunting look This is a reprint of a classic blog that I wrote in January 2020 when I first started my company Shiageto Consulting. Enjoy! A new year is often a pivotal time to think about your life and your happiness. In fact it doesn’t just have to be a […]
Anyone need a newspaper from 2019? Where do you sit on the minimalist vs hoarding spectrum? I am firmly a person who holds onto items and takes the philosophy of “if it still has some utility, then why throw it out?” [my siblings may tell you that is because I’m a cheapskate but don’t listen to […]