When I used to think about branding or a brand, I would think about design and logo, and a tagline. But since I’ve recently been given a new role as marketing and outreach coordinator for the library system I work for, I’m thinking about it a lot deeper. This month, I’ve been poring over The […]
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It’s Just Stuff: Get rid of clutter with these 6 tips
I have a box of clothes and books in the back of my Honda CRV that’s ready to be dropped at the Goodwill donation center. The clothes are clean, folded, and could go straight to a hanger. Because I hate the idea of clothes filling up landfills, I made my best effort with them so […]
Doing the Work: I’m starting with stories
Can we really end structural racism? What I’ve been seeing and reading in the news lately blows my mind. I get goosebumps, I get angry, I feel sad. I examine my white fragility, my whiteness. Even though I was too chicken to be on the front lines of local Black Lives Matter demonstrations (I’ve been […]
Go Ahead, Do Nothing: It’s Okay
My brain is not a steel trap. I am not good at remembering things. When a new task or idea strikes, I write it down immediately in my notebook so it isn’t lost forever. Maybe that’s why I’m a planning freak. My bullet journal is sacred to me, and I feel more productive, optimized, and […]
Be a Boss: 3 ways to get some back-to-work sparkle
I’ve suddenly found myself in a strange new work situation—WFH. Working from home. Maybe you’re in the same situation. Maybe you’re laid off, waiting for a re-hire. Or maybe you’re just thinking about looking for a new job. I think I miss going to work at the library. I’m pretty sure I liked my job […]
Just Show Up: An easy way to establish good habits
I just got back from a Las Vegas weekend—Four days of no writing, no exercising and no doing anything from my normal daily routine. I probably don’t have to tell you that it was tough going back to work on Tuesday: I didn’t get up at my usual time, I didn’t want to take my […]