“Brilliance in Bloom” Blog

March invites a certain kind of reflection. It sits quietly between the fresh optimism of a new year in January and the full bloom of spring that should appear by April. It’s the in-between month…not ...

I was having a conversation about the infiltration of Artificial Intelligence in today's world. It made me ponder how one might use it to enrich their experiences with reading books, specifically Brea...

The universe is a funny thing. It often presents a life situation that’s unanticipated but strangely aligned with something significant unfolding in your life at the very same moment. That has certain...

Last month marked my 30th anniversary in business. It’s a significant milestone that still takes me by surprise. Not because it arrived quickly (it didn’t), and not because I expected it (I didn’t), b...

What the Grace of the Past Can Teach You About the Pace of the Present

In the late 1800's, communication was not just an exchange of information. It was an expression of grace. Letters were handwr...

Clarity of Purpose Ÿ Clarity of PROCESS Ÿ Clarity Communication

These three topics are covered in my forthcoming book, BREAKTHROUGH BRILLIANCE. Let me illustrate why they matter with a specific focus...

You’ve had those moments. The pressure mounts, the plans unravel, and the inner questions swirl. Yikes! Are you heading for a breakdown?

Breakdown vs. Breakthrough: What's the Difference? 

It’s a...

Have you ever experienced them? Stopping Points...those unexpected moments that stop you in your tracks. They can occur anytime, anywhere. And they put up a roadblock, barrier, or obstacle (or whateve...

When I was in high school, I took up sewing. Why? Because I wanted new dresses for special occasions; and it cost less to make the dress than buy the dress. 

So, I would go pattern shopping. I would ...

As I set out on my daily walk, I thoughtfully considered my destination for the day. How much time did I have? How far did I want to walk? Which end point was going to provide the most visual stimulat...

"Scooter came home!" That was the text I received from my daughter tonight after her beloved cat ran out of the house this afternoon and disappeared into the woods. 

She had called to tell me just af...

You’ve likely experienced it. You’re driving along, heading to your destination; when all of a sudden…BAM! There’s a detour. Darn! That happened to me recently as I was riding my bike. I came upon the...