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! 

Are You Building a Garden

I recently read an article titled "Stop Hiring Trophy Collectors -- Start Hiring Gardeners”. This was right on the heels of reading the book What’s the Point? In both cases the focus is where we put our career energy. The article highlights that trophy collectors...
Needs vs. Wants

Needs vs. Wants

In my post on Saturday, I highlighted a Daily Boost Podcast titled How Bad Do You Want to Live Your Dreams.  During this podcast, the host challenges us to think about the things we want in life. Below is the quote that really struck me: “You will always do what you...

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Sustainability and Tranquility

Sustainability and Tranquility

I recently read a short article from Luxe Digital focused on the latest luxury trends. Over the years, the definition of luxury has changed.  Sometimes the focus has been on products.  Other times on experiences. Sometimes the expression was opulent. Other...

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Time for Curiosity

Time for Curiosity

Curiosity can seem like an elusive luxury that we can’t fit in to days that are “just too busy”.  However, taking the time to be curious at work and at home can make us feel calmer and even make us better at the other aspects of our lives. Curiosity can take on...

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Create a “Get a Grip” List

Create a “Get a Grip” List

With all the things to be done, life can quickly spiral and feel a bit overwhelming.  You look around and your space is a mess, your email is overflowing, and you have nagging items on your “to do” list that have been there for weeks. We are finishing all the...

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Weekly PodList and Recap – 4.1.23

Weekly PodList and Recap – 4.1.23

Welcome to the Saturday PodList. This is the weekly post where I summarize several podcasts that inspired me throughout the week and give a quick recap of what was covered on the blog. Enjoy! PodList This week, four podcasts make the list. The first three are short (6...

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15 Minutes Makes a Difference

15 Minutes Makes a Difference

In early January, I had written a post titled "Start by Starting". The concept was to pick a present moment in time and place AND begin an activity or undertaking. I brought up the dreaded task of cleaning and organizing my basement. My idea was to tackle the project...

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Start Your Day with a Pep Talk

Start Your Day with a Pep Talk

As I prepared my coffee this morning, I smiled at the statement inside the cup – “You Grow Girl”.   I thought about it and realized that every morning that this mug is in rotation, I smile.  The day starts off right.  There are two additional mugs...

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Self-Care at Work

Self-Care at Work

Self-care is defined as the activities that we do to take care of our mental, emotional, and physical health. Activities often mentioned as self0-care include activities like getting more sleep, exercise, eating well, meditation, and drinking more water. Sometimes,...

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The Long Run

The Long Run

When we think about our careers, we often don’t look beyond the next role or promotion we hope to achieve.  Exploration of opportunities involves looking at the roles of others in your company or occasionally pursuing LinkedIn to see what interesting roles may be...

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Clutter – Where to Start?

Clutter – Where to Start?

Last week on the blog, we covered clutter and organization through the lens of self-awareness.  Starting to reduce clutter and feel more in control of your life and stuff starts with that awareness. Once we have some insight, it’s time to shift gears and focus on...

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Weekly PodList and Recap – 3.25.22

Weekly PodList and Recap – 3.25.22

Each week, I listen to a LOT of podcasts. On Saturday's, I'm going to start providing a list of some that inspired me throughout the week. There will never be more than 1-2 hours of content referenced. My notes may provide enough summary or they will guide you on...

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All the Stuff!

All the Stuff!

This week, we dove into the concept of clutter.  In the mix of my research, I came across a stat from Regina Lark that I can’t stop thinking about. She suggests that the average U.S. household has 300,000 items inside.  You count everything down to...

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Clutter at Work

Clutter at Work

The last few days we’ve been talking about clutter and the differences in what each of us sees and why it matters.  The focus has been primarily around clutter at home.  What happens when we bring the concept to our work? Work clutter may be less visible...

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Digging Deeper Into Clutter

Digging Deeper Into Clutter

Yesterday, I covered clutter in relationship to “tidy”. Clutter was a collection of things laying around.  The assessment is subjective – what looks cluttered or messy to one person might look perfectly fine to another.  There are two other dimensions that can add to...

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Clutter and Organization are Different

Clutter and Organization are Different

Recently, I went to visit my college student at his apartment. We had fun catching up, running errands, and cleaning his apartment. Well, I had fun cleaning and organizing his apartment….I’m not so sure he enjoyed the process! That leads me to this post.  How do...

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