Years ago, when I was in a job that required 100% travel, I had an epiphany. I was tired and unfulfilled. Not that exciting of an epiphany I know, but it was powerful to me in that moment. I remembered the saying that my Aunt Sharon, who worked for years in a job she loved, […]
Personal Brand
Start living your Bucket List today
I have a Great Aunt Millie that is probably the coolest lady I’ve ever met (may she rest in peace). She was such a beautiful soul—so kind and loving, always smiling, and—as a typical Italian mother would do—always made sure you were fed. She loved kids, and was always doing things for my daughters. All […]
The Power of a Personal Brand
Whether you know it or not, you are publishing a personal brand—or many. You may have one brand with your kids, another brand at their school, another brand with your friends, and yet another brand at work. Have you ever stopped to reflect on what those brands are? Are they aligned with each other? Are […]
From Frumpy to Fabulous: The Power of Dress for You, Your Family, and Your Job
I can’t believe it happened. I looked in the mirror one day, and realized that—in the midst of two maternity leaves, going to school, and working full-time, it happened. I changed how I dressed. I had become the mom in the old SNL Mom Jeans skit - dun-dun-duuunnnn. How exactly did this happen? When did it happen? […]
An Investment in You is an Investment in Your Family
Most working parents will tell you that, as their calendars fill up with kid and work activities, time for themselves gets scratched off the list. Working parents often put off simple self-care and self-investment activities such as exercise, eating healthy, pampering, reading and continuing education—feeling that there just isn’t enough time in the day for […]