When it comes to being present, we seem to be lost in thought.
Who hasn’t had their mind wander during a business meeting? Or asked a family member to repeat what they said because you were too busy watching the TV?
We expect our work colleagues, friends, and family to pay attention to us, yet we seem to lack focus in paying attention to them. Continue reading Being Present Makes You Happier [Infographic]
If you’re in the United States, I hope you’re enjoying a relaxing Thanksgiving Day with your family and friends. I spent the morning with a front row seat on Woodward Avenue watching America’s Thanksgiving Day Parade in person in Detroit, Michigan.Continue reading Wishing You a Happy Thanksgiving!
Since 2007, I’ve been involved with organizing events, meetups, and conferences for web workers, user experience professionals, WordPress users and developers, and higher education professionals. One thing I’ve learned: finding speakers is challenging. Many people aren’t comfortable speaking. I’ve invited several hundred people over the years to submit proposals and speak at events. And heard… Continue reading Not Comfortable Speaking at Events? Check Out This Helpful Resource