“Did Sean fill his open job?” popped up in a Slack message from our Chief People Officer, and I had my answer. Without significant revenue, the company could not survive. Over the weekend, the leaders met to decide who would be laid off to make up the shortfall. Just like that, along with 17% ofContinue reading “When the wrapping doesn’t match the gift”
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Because I loved a dog
I am a cat person and have always been a cat person. If there was a stray cat within 25 miles, they would find their way into my home and heart. And then I met Sophia. In 2005, Brittany continued to struggle with the loss of her father. She dropped out of college, spending theContinue reading “Because I loved a dog”
That’s a wrap
While 2021 brought incredible beginnings, 2022 looks like whiplash on steroids. After selling my parents’ home on Long Beach Island, I felt a physical ache. My place of solstice and peace was gone. A random call from a realtor about an area we had never considered and a price that gave us palpitations, we wroteContinue reading “That’s a wrap”
Every ending is a new beginning.
For months I have dreaded this morning. After four decades of hosting multi-family Christmas celebrations, today will be different. My daughters have families of their own, and there is nothing better than spending the morning in PJs watching the kids enjoy their gifts in your own home. Selfishly that is why I began hosting ChristmasContinue reading “Every ending is a new beginning.”
Reflections from 2020
Sitting around Sheila’s kitchen table, she announced, “I am in my final 20”. Care to explain? She shared that as we mature, we realize that our time left on this earth has an end date. This year COVID gave me a gift of reflection, and I am grateful. As I write this, I am sittingContinue reading “Reflections from 2020”
Silver Lining
When we learned that graduation was canceled, we all felt the void. We knew our students earned and deserved a celebration. The concern was short-lived because the Brookdale Community College family began planning to make it happen. Graduation Day was hot, really hot. We didn’t have the speeches, the luncheon, or much of the pompContinue reading “Silver Lining”
Lighten the Grip
Seven years ago, I reluctantly took up the game of golf to appease my husband. My only regret is that I didn’t do it sooner. The lessons of the game continue to weave into my life. During a clinic last week, the pro reminded us that the only thing we can control is the setup.Continue reading “Lighten the Grip”
The Motive
When I was in fifth grade, I attended summer school for reading and can still remember the feeling of embarrassment. I am not sure if that summer shame led me into teaching, but I do know that it ignited my love of reading. On this Saturday morning, I cracked open Patrick Lencioni’s new book, “TheContinue reading “The Motive”
Share the moments
A moment captured. Six years of infertility treatments, emotional mayhem, marriage, and financial strain. We stood together in gratitude for the gift entrusted to us. The message was simple; Thank you for walking with us as we traveled to today. We would be honored to have you in our circle as the next chapters unfold.Continue reading “Share the moments”
Culture in real – life
Lately, I have read a lot of posts about company culture. While some strike and miss, I proud to share that my company hits the bull’s eye. A few weeks ago, I shared that my Co-CEO’s wife sends a handwritten card birthday card to every employee that includes two movie tickets and a message ofContinue reading “Culture in real – life”
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