A Twitter Habit
Sunday morning and I’m up early. But then, I’m always up early. I’ve developed a habit. It’s my twitter habit. I spend 30 to 60 minutes perusing the links everyone is sharing. It’s a great way to expand your knowledge base. Here’s just a few articles I’ve read this morning. Kneal Mann reflecting on time…
Quick Recap of #140conf
I was the 2nd to the last speaker for the day. In the morning, I had my presentation all figured out. However, after hearing over 40 different speakers – I had about a million remarks to make to what they said. I got on stage ….and found I was crazy nervous! I’d forgotten that I…
Monday Monday So Good to Me
I leave very early in the morning for Hutchinson, Kansas. The 140 Character Conference is on Monday — and I’m one of the speakers. If you want to follow along live, simply go to http://140conf.com and that black box with the logo in it is where you can follow along. I’m scheduled to go on…
What Have You Been Up To This Year?
I believe that volunteering pays. Volunteering makes your circle of influence larger, brings you in contact with people you never would have met, sharpens your skills and creates new ones and makes you a more rounded person. You could choose to sit on the couch and watch tv or you could take one day or…
Self: Day Five
Even a dog wags its own tail. I believe it’s important to talk about what you are doing. You never know when you may be an example for someone else. I’m speaking at http://smalltown.140conf.com on Monday November 1. It’s a real honor. I hope that you visit, either in person, or at the live stream. …
The Arts: Day Four
Last summer I had the opportunity and good fortune to play Mrs. Soames in the play Our Town. Our local community formed the Franklin County Arts Council and the first play was Our Town. Tryouts were held at the Chamber Office and the Chamber Director urged/forced/suggested/insisted that I try out. With my history of public…
Friendship: Day 3
I’m speaking at a conference on November 1. http://smalltown.140conf.com It’s a big deal. I found out last night that there is a costume party October 31st for the speakers. 650 feet underground. You’ll see the pictures I’m sure! I have not been to a costume party for over 30 years. I picked up the phone…
Telling the local stories: Day Two
I believe we must tell the stories of our history. Begin with your local history. Get involved with the local historical society. Find the old people and ask to hear the stories. Find a way to get those stories on paper or on video. Give your time or your money or both. Get your kids…
Family: Day One
We have many core beliefs and values. The strength of family is one of them for me. Now my family (like most families) has some dysfunction going on. But so what? That’s really life if you think about it. Nothing is perfect, the weirdness makes us stronger and builds our identity. I learned my earliest…
What to do with all those notes
I go to a lot of meetings. I take a lot of notes. I just started typing up my notes as soon after the meeting as I can. I then email them to the parties that were at the meeting and to myself. Amazing how often those notes come in handy. they are a concrete…