Archive for October, 2008

Lost or Found?

Posted on October 14th, 2008 by by Barbara

There’s no question that we are living in rapidly changing times, but what’s not given much attention in all the emotional conversation is that the outcome will not be the same for everyone. Some people will come through these times …

When the Going Gets Tough

Posted on October 13th, 2008 by by Barbara

I don’t have many routines in my life except for my daily trip to the post office. I grew up in a small town without mail delivery so picking up the mail has been part of my life for as …

Five Tips for Better Storytelling

Posted on October 11th, 2008 by by Barbara

So what does it take to be a great storyteller? The fundamentals are pretty simple.

° Curiosity. Bernice Fitz-Gibbon, who not only produced innovative ad copy, but also trained many successful copywriters, wrote, “I have never known anyone who bounced …

From Seed to Blossom

Posted on October 7th, 2008 by by Barbara

When you read a luscious book, you probably don’t think about the numerous rewrites made by the author. Likewise, we seldom get to peek behind the scenes at the long and winding road that brought us our favorite technology tools …

How to Spot an Inspired Entrepreneur

Posted on October 6th, 2008 by by Barbara

° They love innovation and ideas

° They ask “what if” alot

° They drop names of people they admire

° They study success

° They are not satisfied with the status quo

° They understand the power of practice…

PS to Booklovers’ London

Posted on October 2nd, 2008 by by Barbara

Right after I sent out my Joyfully Jobless News today where I mentioned Booklovers’ London, the new stop on Inspiration Station, I got this tip from Londoner Ken Titmuss who shared this little treasure. He writes:

A very special …