Tag: ThrowbackThursday

Posted in BadAssery, My Teacher Voice

Throwback Thursday: Still True

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Related post in progress, might as well post from the ‘things that are still true’ vault while we wait

Originally published on FB and LI on March 14, 2019

Forbes published an article titled “The Number One Soft Skill Employers Seek and Five Top Ways To Cultivate Yours“, that I thought was going to be a good resource to share with young adults in a recent support session.

I was all ready to be on board with this. I get a lot from Forbes AND the point of valuing ‘soft skills’ over ‘hard skills’ is totally valid to me, BUT…..I was surprised to realize that I had a slightly different opinion.

It was still a great resource and I totally used it, though!

After thinking more about why and then about what, I realized that these are what I personally value most when hiring:

  1. Attention to detail: Those who do this will notice AND improve things others won’t. (This is a personal MUST when I am hiring OR when choosing other leaders to partner with. No matter how good you are, or how good the idea is – if there is no time for, interest in, or attention span for details, you’ll end up with half-@ssed results every time. No thank you!)
  2. Innovative: Similar to creative, but specific to thinking of new ways to get existing things done AND in how to implement those improvements around existing setups.
  3. Fearless: This for me actually ties for 1 AND 2, because if you’re too timid to explore the new ideas, bring them, or implement them over the negative committees – nothing ever happens anyway!

To me, THESE are what give you a truly excellent player!

UPDATE: I hired character (who decided this was a ‘soft skill’?) over ‘hard skills’ and it has still been the best hiring decision I have ever made!

Posted in Random Bumble

Throwback Thursday: Notes

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Remember when we first started talking about ourselves online?

Now, we ALL know WAY too much! Just in case you didn’t know, though…..

The following was originally posted as an FB Note – January 28, 2009

25 Random Things About Me:
1. I used to be a gymnast and kickboxer – before I got old and tired and lazy and fat and busy and…..
2. I am a huge IT-geek, and own every technology and gadget on the market.
3. I love ALL kinds of music, and need it like a drug. I am never without my I-Touch!
4. FasTaco is my guiltiest pleasure.
5. My husband is an incredible cook, and along with random fact #4 above, is the reason I now need a gym membership!
6. I still miss working with my hubby all day.
7. I have been in love with Sammy Hagar since I was 8 years old, and absolutely plan on retiring to Cabo San Lucas eventually.
8. I am seriously contemplating our need for a housekeeping service!
9. I truly love and enjoy my in-laws (most of them, most of the time :).
10. I have a gorgeous son who is a senior graduating from high school this year.
11. I adore my stepchildren, and appreciate their emerging strong personalities.
12. I wear a tattoo that I designed myself, and a navel ring on under my suits!
13. My favorite flavors are chocolate-hazelnut and raspberry-lemon.
14. I have never tried drugs of any kind, ever. (Alcohol doesn’t count!)
15. I CAN’T WAIT to get back to Vegas this spring!
16. I have ABSOLUTELY NO PATIENCE when it comes to stupidity, dishonesty, cowardice, or pettiness.
17. I have an obsession with all things retro, and dressed as a classic television for Halloween.
18. My ultimate career goal is to become guardian of the archives at Nick-at-Nite.
19. I don’t deserve my beautiful family, but neither does anyone else, so I’ll just keep them for myself!
20. My friends ROCK.
21. I am a rebel who doesn’t follow the rules, so I think I’ll stop at 21 (my age of course), and go enjoy my day off!

  • #10 – My #4 (back row) definitely got that attitude from his Mama – Senior Varsity Soccer
  • #17: See? Told you!

UPDATE: The details of my life have changed, but I have definitely not! 05/21/20

Posted in The REAL

Throwback Thursday: Cheating

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Originally posted as an FB Note – March 9, 2016

CHEATING, INTEGRITY, AND ETHICS

I have always done what I think works for me, and this is no exception……

I want to try something new.  I want to experiment.

I have decided to become a cheater.

RELAX!!!

I have just decided to try another program.

Now you know you knew better than that.

Since I am a person of integrity, I feel that it is unethical to promote one program and falsely attribute any successful results to it while secretly using (and achieving results) with another. So….. I am putting it out there!

You know that I love being a Team Beachbody Coach. I LOVE to promote healthier living and overall well-being in any/every way possible, even though Coaching is not a full-time career for me today. I also enjoy just being a member of Beachbody. I love the community support and accountability, the workout programs, and Shakeology specifically has helped me to improve my family’s health (and lives!) through better nutrition.

This decision is IN NO WAY a negative reflection on Beachbody! I am still a huge fan of the workout programs and many of the products. There will probably never come a day when Shakeology is not in my house, and a major part of our regular diet. I may decide to remain a Team Beachbody Coach indefinitely!

If you decide that you need help with Beachbody, then I will of course happily refer one of my friends or associates for you. I also have friends and family involved in other programs, so I can point the way with a referral in those cases, too.

As always, my relationships are still more important than commission checks.

I AM AN ENCOURAGER. I WANT YOU TO DO WHAT WORKS FOR YOU.

We all know that there are many different kinds of programs/products out there, each with its own strengths and weaknesses. One is better for rapid weight loss, while another is better for strength training and still another is for increased energy and mental focus. The success of one relies on dedication to exercise, while another relies on portion control and supplements, and still another relies on pre-packaged meals. What works for one person may not work for another. A person’s needs and motivations will change, and one coach can develop a different kind of relationship than another can.

I encourage YOU to BE AN ENCOURAGER, TOO!

When someone is improving themselves and doing it safely – DON’T SHAME THEIR METHOD. Don’t bash other programs, don’t shame other coaches/consultants, and don’t bash someone for finding what works for them.

I hope you are finding what works for you!

…..but if you’re NOT – what are you waiting for?!?

UPDATE: I DO still have Shakeology in my house! 02/20/2020