Mindfulness: Be Present on Purpose

by Dr. Karli Ghering On an average day, how much time do you pay conscious attention to what is happening in the present moment, as opposed to thinking about something else? If you’re like most people, it is probably rare for you to experience clear awareness of the...

Pop Out Some Popovers

By Pam Vukelic There’s something about a popover—the light, hollow bread with a crusty brown exterior—that says “special.” I think we all know they’re special. We might not all know they are also incredibly easy to prepare. They require only common ingredients that...

Values: At the Core of Leadership

By Sommer Jacob Whether you’re leading a household of two, a small company of 10, or a $20 million corporation, core values and personal beliefs are the foundation of effective leadership.   “Company culture” is a popular buzz term. We all know it isn’t enough to just...

Ninja Leadership

By Paula Redmann  What defines a leader? Is it a title, the number of direct reports, being a celebrity, being “famous,” (whatever that means to you), years of success, a diploma, or a series of capitalized letters after a name? Trying to define leadership kind of...