Operating a successful business and living a fulfilling life CAN be easy, however even with the best laid plans- challenges are inevitable. How you handle those challenges determines whether you continue strolling along easy street or jump on the struggle bus.

Today, I want to talk to you about what you can do when challenges come your way, in both your business and your life.

Because once you have a more empowering way to see and ex...

What Do Salmon, Salad, and a Yacht Rock Concert Have in Common?

I found myself at a Yacht Rock concert last Friday night. The band was The Captain and Camille. They cover all the best hits of the 70s— my absolute favorite decade for music! We ate, we sang, we danced. I caught myself on the dance floor, realizing I was living out my 2024 Vision. I was dancing with my husband, letting myself be free of worry, experiencing pure joy and sm...

In life, the journey is often filled with unexpected challenges and setbacks (aka "the sh*t"). It's easy to get caught up in the whirlwind of daily tasks, client demands, and the relentless pursuit of "doing". Yet, amidst all the yuck, there's a powerful truth that can profoundly shape our experience: we have the ability to choose our perspective.

One of my all-time favorite quotes is by Viktor Frankl, a renowned psychiatrist and Holoc...

Last week, I shared a blog post about Mastering Time Management: Transforming Chaos into Calm. It was a lovely post with some great insights, but I wondered...was it actionable enough? If you're into the down and dirty tips and tricks, that's what I'm serving up today.

Mastering Time Management: Debby J's Tips & Tricks: (this list could be really long, so I'm only dishing out my top of the top tips)

• use time blocking to create a wee...

In the fast pace of modern life, where ambitions collide with aspirations, the art of time management becomes not just a skill but a sanctuary. Mastering time management is about more than organizing your schedule—it's about transforming chaos into calm, converting stress into serenity, and reclaiming the moments that matter most.

This guide will navigate you through the process of mastering time management, ensuring that you not only...

Tolerating stress has become so common.

For some, it's a source of bonding and a default conversation starter (gritching about XYZ) and for others, it can actually be a shot of adrenaline (an unhealthy source of energy).

But here's the deal-eo...

Stress is a choice, even the most stressful situations. You can choose to get caught up in the drama of stress (be reactive) or you can choose to be present and mindful in even the most chal...

Effective communication is a cornerstone of leadership and business success. It's not just about transmitting information- it's about building relationships, fostering trust, and facilitating collaboration.

As leaders and business owners, navigating conversations with employees, clients, and even rectifying missteps is vital to your success AND your sustainability. In this post, I share strategies for providing constructive feedback, s...

I've always been a positive, upbeat kinda Gal, but I can assure you- I have my moments (just not and many as I used to, thanks to coaching).

Back in my less stable, up & down days, my creative mind worked overtime- concocting wild stories about who I was, who everyone else was and how other people saw me (and what they thought about me, and what they said about me, because of course, I was the focus of every conversation, right?).

I c...

On Valentine's Day, our minds turn to expressions of love and affection for others. Amidst the flurry of romantic gestures, let's not forget one crucial relationship- the one we have with ourselves. Nurturing this relationship is paramount, and one powerful way to do so is through continuous learning.

As an Entrepreneur for 20+ years, I've experienced firsthand the transformative impact of embracing lifelong learning. It's not just a p...

Assessments have become quite popular. Most of us have engaged in some kind of an assessment, whether it's a requirement for work or because it's a popular craze that everyone's doing. From Enneagram and Myers Briggs to DISC and 16 Personalities, people love to share and compare their results.

In this post, I'll dive into the topic of assessments- exploring both the WHAT and WHY. I'll also provide a short list of my 4 favorite assessme...