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Author: Stephanie

Stephanie is a retired Talent Development Executive. She spent 36 years in corporate life leading Learning and Leadership Development teams at several Fortune 500 companies and a few start-ups. She enjoys her retirement spending time with friends and family, traveling, volunteering for the schools, serving on nonprofit boards and playing bridge. She is thoroughly thriving now!
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Leadership

Keeping it in perspective

Sometimes we just need to keep issues in perspective.

StephanieNovember 12, 2026October 21, 2026
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Leadership

Stack the deck to influence positive outcomes

You will win every time when you stack the deck because you will be prepared.

StephanieNovember 5, 2026October 20, 2026
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Time

Maximize your rainy-day time

Use your imagination to make the most of rainy days.

StephanieOctober 29, 2026October 20, 2026
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Happiness

Choreographing a memorable Thanksgiving

As the leaves trade green for red, orange and gold, our family looks forward to Thanksgiving:  Turkey, Family, Football.

StephanieOctober 22, 2026November 5, 2026
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Activities

Letter writing and personal touches delight friends and family

People really do notice and appreciate the extra personal touch of hand-made and calligraphed cards.

StephanieOctober 15, 2026October 9, 2026
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Leadership

Tap your authentic self to inspire a movement

Recent college students and emerging leaders tell me they admire leaders who are authentic, creative, confident and most of all – real.

StephanieOctober 8, 2026September 30, 2026
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Activities

Fall ball energizes sports fans

Fall ball adds color to the world of sports fans each autumn often generating new and happy memories.

StephanieOctober 1, 2026September 30, 2026
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Personal Finance

Points help you save and enjoy more

businesses drive sales and reward customers using loyalty programs.

StephanieSeptember 24, 2026September 21, 2026
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General

What went well today?

Take a few minutes to look around you and think about what went well today.

StephanieSeptember 17, 2026September 14, 2026
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Happiness

Mindfulness can propel you forward

Heartbreak and disappointment are never easy hurdles to overcome. When I was a freshman in college, we had a vehicle…

StephanieSeptember 10, 2026September 17, 2026
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Health

Exposure to early failure mitigates future disappointment

Learning to navigate disappointment at an early age helps prepare children for life.

StephanieSeptember 4, 2026September 2, 2026
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Travel

Flyover states might surprise you with their offerings

I first heard the term, “flyover state,” in 2018 when I listened to the New York Times best-selling author and…

StephanieAugust 27, 2026August 26, 2026

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