Everyone loves to vent now and then, but keeping a positive mindset is so important, not only for you but for those around you. A friend of mine sent me this wonderful example. Here's her story. "I … [Read more...]
Don’t Let A Bad Mood Ruin Your Civility
“I will make a consistent effort to promote civility in all of my interactions.” This is the eighth and final rule of the civility pledge. I often think about this when I have a bad day or am … [Read more...]
Be a Good Dinner Companion
About a year ago I had a dinner meeting with a woman who was interested in doing business together. She didn’t know Atlanta well, so she asked me to pick a restaurant and make the reservation. I chose … [Read more...]
Are Gossip and Negativity Hurting Your Image?
A friend of mine shared with me about a dinner party she attended a few months ago. The party was thrown by a couple, and the guests included the husband’s sister and her husband. My friend thought … [Read more...]
Avoiding Negativity Online
Are people getting more vicious, or is it just that we’re more exposed to others’ opinions, good and bad, thanks to today’s tech-obsessed world? With Twitter and Facebook, everyone is an expert, … [Read more...]