How Do YOU Solve a Problem...

Rodgers & Hammerstein addressed that question often in their musicals and sometimes concluded  “It’s a Puzzlement”! OK, I’m dating myself a bit but I am sure modern songwriters like Taylor Swift are addressing that same question... 

How to Move Mountains...

This may not be on your "to do" list but many of us have goals, projects, and plans that may seem daunting if not darn-near impossible. Her is my current favorite word:LEVERAGE!! In short , it means accomplishing a lot with the resources available.

5 Years Ago.. and lessons learned

5 years ago to the day, we launched our eNutshells.net website. It has proven to be one of the mainstays of our business. The concept wasn't radical (a simple idea) nor the business plan extensive (there wasn't one). It is now the platform for many websites including CordovaCouncil.org and sac-connect.com, has thousands of pages, and ranks pretty well in the search engines.

Cock-Eyed Optimism

Do you classify yourself as an optimist or pessimist? Just so we're on the "same page", optimism is defined as "A tendency to expect the best possible outcome or dwell on the most hopeful aspects of a situation". The key distinction is HOPE!

The Creative Spark

We are all born with creativity as part of how we express ourselves. Remember finger paints and sparkle and glue? Some, like artists, musicians, performers, and innovators nurture that spark into their vocation or avocation. For some of us, we can sometimes find little time for creativity and self-expression amidst our busy lives. However, we should and can find time for it, to explore and tinker and enjoy!

Master-Minding your P's & Q's

You remember the phrase "two heads are better than one"? Well, you can imagine the huge potential when you have access to more than just two! Napolean Hill referred to it as the Master-Mind and credits it with his success in his landmark book "Think and Grow Rich".

Big Shoes to Fill...

You may remember the last time you heard that phase. It was likely in reference to someone stepping in to replace somebody who has set high standards in doing a great job.