The Intersection
The way we work, grow, and succeed is changing. I’m here to explore what that means for you and your company. This blog is a collection of insights, strategies, and reflections designed to help individuals take ownership of their career and life and help companies create a space where team members thrive.
I pull from books, podcasts, research, and personal experiences to uncover practical ways to stabilize, grow, and thrive in today’s evolving world. If you’re looking to create a stronger, more sustainable foundation for your career or the company you are part of, this is the place.
Let’s build something great—together!
Creative vs. Corporate
As we continue to see more hybrid professionals in the workplace, they will be creating careers that satisfy all their passions. Some of those may be passions described as more analytical or technical. Another side of their interests could be creative and...
PodList and Summary – 9.9.23
Welcome to the Saturday post. This is where I summarize podcasts that inspired me throughout the week and give a quick recap of what was covered on both blogs. Enjoy! PodList This week, there are four podcasts that stood out to me. Topics include digital...
Impacts on Time Perception
Sometimes our perception of time speeds up and other times it slows down. There has been a lot of research on why this happens. Our emotions, priorities, and age all factor into the equation. Here are a few examples of speeding and slowing time. When we...
5 Barriers to Overcome Overwhelm
When we push past overwhelm, our lives become sustainable. Yet, moving toward a sustainable life isn’t easy. Overwhelm can emerge for many different reasons. There are barriers to face as we work to release overwhelm. Understanding and recognizing the barriers is the...
Rethinking Reading
Today is National Read a Book Day. Books are educational. Offered in an abundance of topics and formats. Relatively inexpensive. Can be enjoyed by anyone of any age. Reading books improves our memory and concentration. Enhances our imagination. Stimulates our brains....
Simple Delights
Lately, I’ve been thinking about small delights. Three books that introduced more delight in my life include: Joyful – Pushed me to think about what brings me joy and how to discover joy in the world. The Artist’s Way – Demonstrated how “Artist Dates” and a “little...
Happy Labor Day
Today is a day to celebrate work. The work we do. The work those before us did. The work yet to come. I found this quote and connected with it to share today: “No work is insignificant. All labor that uplifts humanity has dignity and importance and should be...
PodList & Summary – 9.2.23
Welcome to the Saturday post. This is where I summarize podcasts that inspired me throughout the week and give a quick recap of what was covered on both blogs. Enjoy! PodList This week, there are four podcasts that stood out to me. Topics include creating an ikigai,...
Purpose, Passion, and Paths
I came across a note I had taken from a book or podcast that said this: “Paths (career/education) pull you back, while passions and purpose propel you forward.” Unknown The quote intrigued me and tied to the long-standing debate around following your passions. A...
Careers and Hobbies
Many individuals have multiple interests. Some they are trained on or went to school for, while others are learned through self-discovery. Personally, over the years, it has been difficult to sort out where to put my focus and understand the relationships between my...
Habits Define Us
The definition of a habit is something that we do often and regularly. Sometimes these activities are completed without us even realizing it. Our lives are full of these daily decisions that are repeated over and over. Sometimes habits are positive and...
Clothing as a Tool
There are many occasions where we consider what outfit to wear to an event. Sometimes this decision can be stressful. A few weeks ago on a podcast, there was a mention of clothing being a tool. Then, last night, I heard the statement again by Michelle Obama in the...
Optimal Distinctiveness
I heard a reference to optimal distinctiveness for the first time the other day. The concept was developed by Marilynn Brewer in 1991. The theory is that individuals are seeking to attain the optimal balance of inclusion and uniqueness. We want to both...
PodList & Summary – 8.26.23
Welcome to the Saturday post. This is where I summarize podcasts that inspired me throughout the week and give a quick recap of what was covered on both blogs. Enjoy! PodList This week, there are five podcasts that stood out to me. There is a mix of personal...
From Chores to Deep Work
In May, Seth Godin had a post on his blog that really struck me titled Chores. There was one statement toward the end that summed up the idea perfectly. “The truth is that if we stop doing chores, we have to do real work instead. The things that aren’t...