Ever had your story interrupted and hijacked? Not fun, right? 😠This happens when there's a lack of Voice Equity (VoiceEQ)—a mindset that values all voices in the room. VoiceEQ can be challenging because, let’s face it, we all love the sound of our own voices! But it’s essential for fostering trust, inclusion, and diverse...Read More
Last week I lost a friend to cancer. When I heard the news, I wasn’t sad. I was grateful. Here’s why: I’d known Pola Kelley for ten years. First, as the Executive Director of the Sedro Woolley Chamber, one of six local chambers in Skagit County, Northwest Washington. Then, through various photo and video projects...Read More
What are the differences between courage and confidence, and why does it matter? Let’s first address the differences:  Courage is linked to fear and anxiety, whereas confidence is linked to peace + happiness.  Courage requires action. Confidence is a state of being. To help illustrate both of these, I’ll use a recent (unfortunate) event involving...Read More
I’ve met many people who have a desire to be ‘a speaker’ but never move forward. Often, it’s believing that they have nothing original to say. “Everything I want to say has already been said.” This thinking kills dreams and innovation. It crushes confidence and creativity. It has stopped many people from speaking their truth....Read More
I encountered the most unique (and somewhat disturbing) outgoing message last week while trying to find a vet who could see my dog. I woke up on a Monday morning to find my 10-year-old chihuahua-mix, Martin acting very strange. I thought he might be having a stroke. I scooped him up, ran out the door,...Read More
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