Recently – okay it was about 6 months ago, but I had this thought then and still do think about standards vs. standardization. So, back in the spring, a friend posted info on standardized tests and what they can’t tell Read More …
Take the time to build your brand in the image you want to create. It won’t happen overnight; you don’t end up where Dunkin Donuts is with their cups, napkins, boxes, menus and signs all in their image – heck, Read More …
I love to see all of the Halloween’s costumes, but even more so the most clever re-creation of ourselves each year. So far, for the adults – Jon Cohen. His “hot stuff” Mr. Siracha Sauce was indeed unique and not Read More …
You know how there are some pencils out there that have really, (I mean really) bad erasers on them? They are not the Ticonderoga, classic yellow pencils, nor are they the awesome ones we used in college for drafting and Read More …
I am not the most “girlie-girl” out there but, sometimes you get to dress up and pretend. When I look back on our little make-believe party, I am surprised at the glitter, glitter everywhere. I can’t believe how much that Read More …
“Ahhh, what we have here is a failure to communicate.” Isn’t this such a true statement? Communication is so very important in whatever it is that you are doing… Customer service. Product description. An attack. Escape plan. Details of your Read More …
Impersonations and stream of consciousness makes me think of Robin Williams. I have put these two words together but not because I was thinking of them together, but because one lead to the other. Impersonations are always fun to watch Read More …
Your business personality is often a reflection of you as the founder. If you have started your own business and your own brand, then the public may have a good idea of what you are like, personally. Unless, you have Read More …
New beginnings are amazing. Everything is new today. Teeth, hair, eyes. No braces. New hair cut. New glasses. All new today and such anticipation for a great reception tomorrow. Crossing my fingers. So much of our lives is dependent on Read More …
Mmmmm, potato chips are so good. Sure, I buy them, but I don’t always eat them because I know that I shouldn’t. But, I was at a friend’s house and she bought them to have for a small gathering and Read More …