We often hear about the importance of comprehensive reports or arguments that include every possible angle. We learn to make persuasive arguments in school, building a careful case with multiple key points and copious evidence. When navigating disagreement, we think if we can overwhelm opponents with the sheer weight of our position, we can change […]
Author: bricolagewords
Don’t just bounce, leap forward! Why trampoline choices are bad for you.
I hate trampolines. You’re hurtled who-knows-how-high up into the air with no control. There’s nothing to hold onto. Then you plummet down with no idea where or how you might land – only to immediately be shot into the sky again! All without any opportunity to correct or adjust your trajectory, momentum, or stability. Forget […]
Why your goals can wait. You might miss the wonder!
I just got back from a family vacation on the Oregon coast. We escaped the heat and smoke of the cities and met for five days of exploring beaches, watching wildlife, and eating chowder. The air was bracing and briny and cold. We went to bed each night the good kind of tired – when […]
Stress and the Solopreneur. Why self-care and self-compassion are keys to success.
The last several weeks have been really busy for me on the personal front. I set myself the goal this year to stretch myself to tell different stories, learn different tools and structures of narrative, and connect with people in big and small ways. Stories bring me joy and are also my bread and butter […]
Bringing your ideal person into a lifelong relationship.
Top tips for showing your business to advantage. People go into business for many reasons, but there is always a story behind the specific product or service they’re selling. People want to buy from someone who understands them and their needs, whether for a designer handbag, professional painting services, or web copy. One of my […]
The Best Candidate For That Job May Surprise You – Why You Should Consider Hiring A Freelancer
The ability to call on skilled professionals to deliver high-quality work and meet deadlines is indispensable. Increasingly companies are turning to freelancers for various projects, ranging from blog writing, web copy, and design, to full marketing campaigns. Working independently requires freelancers to hone their self-awareness. They know their values, strengths, and weaknesses, how much they […]
The one thing your dream-job search is missing
What’s love got to do with it? Classic wisdom says to find a job you love, and you’ll never work a day in your life. The modern upgrade is: find your passion. But for those of us who just need to pay our bills, that advice can seem out of touch, if not downright toxic. […]
