10 Things I Wish I'd Known at Age 22

1. What I did in college only got me the chance to compete in business. (I'm starting over!)
2. Now that I've been recruited and hired, I must prove myself again (and again and again..).
3. Polite, genteel manners are important.  Make others feel special.
4. Know the basics - BMW - Bread (left) Meat (Middle) Water (and other beverages - Right)
5. "Yes mam" and "No sir" are terms of respect for our parents and grandparents and their friends.  We risk making our older co-workers feel old when we address them formally.
6. Dress for the position you want to command.
7. Asking for advice is not seen as a weakness, but as a sign of interest.
8. Volunteering benefits the community and extends my network.
9. Hierarchy does not necessarily equate to intellect. A good idea can come from anyone.
10. Everyone I know and meet is a potential friend, client, prospect or referral source.

Fall New Year

School has started, sports have kicked off and the curtains have risen on the arts seasons.  With so many beginnings, we all have the potential to restart our year. 

Happy Fall New Year!

Another Shot at a New Year

There's much hype, expectation and self-imposed pressure to make resolutions, affirmations, goals and plans on January 1st.  Why not use the end of the first quarter and the beginning of Spring as two superb reasons to reassess or restart if we're not exactly where we promised ourselves we'd be?  And if we're exceeding our expectations, it's a great opportunity to stretch to achieve new heights.