May 14, 2013
This week, my mind is on endings and new beginnings, as I will finally be graduating from Otterbein University, 38 years after taking my first college class. Last night I turned in my last reflection paper and took my last final exam, perhaps ever. (Never say never,...
May 9, 2013
This week, the thoughts of many turn to motherhood. I am no different. First, there is my daughter, the person for whom I was “Mommy” for the first time. I can look back and consider the joy and responsibility of raising another human being together with...
May 7, 2013
I don’t really follow professional basketball, preferring the college sport, but once we get into the play-offs, I find myself tuning in. While I cheer for my hometown Knicks, here are some quotes from a few basketball pros that also apply to our everyday:...
May 2, 2013
My Dad was a bricklayer. He was trained as a teenage apprentice in Germany and honed his skills over many years working for private builders here in the U.S.. He developed into a talented stone mason. Growing up, my brother and I were often exposed to job sites;...
Apr 30, 2013
I always enjoy the New York Times “You’re the Boss” blog. Last week’s post was titled, “Yes, You Treat Customers Well. But, How Do You Treat Employees?” Love a question that makes me think! All of us in the customer service arena...