passion
What If I’ve Never Had a Dream?
“What about the people who have never had a dream about what they wanted to be when they grew up?” I occasionally stop by the You Tube page where my TEDx Talk lives to reply to any comments. The majority are very positive. There are a couple of complete trolls who probably question and heckle…
What Is a Fulfilling Life?
Some people are lucky enough to “follow their passion” and find joy and abundance, but often passion alone is not enough. It is frequently interpreted as “interest at the moment,” and interests change over time. Passion is part of the equation toward fulfillment, but there’s more… There’s So Much More to a Fulfilling Career than…
Quotes to Live By: Turn Passion Into Paying Career
Global Impact Comes in Many Forms
Innovation and social impact doesn’t always come in a glamorous package. Jasmine Burton saw a global need that would make the difference in many lives and went after it with gusto, calling her mom to declare: “I know what I am supposed to do. I am supposed to design toilets.” Maybe toilets aren’t your thing,…
Like Nike Says: “Just Do It!”
Most “overnight successes” did not begin with any resemblance to their future success. What sets them apart is the people who had the courage to follow their vision. They did what many (most) people with great ideas don’t – they took a step and they BEGAN! “Whether it’s a garage, a basement, or a dorm…