When the first of this year began, we knew very little about something called the “Coronavirus” and were focused on developing a Strategic Plan for our businesses. With the beginning of a new year, there were lots of options and ideas. As we slowly began to hear more about the Coronavirus, most took this information … Read more
What is a definition of a “father”? One is “Fathers, like mothers, are pillars in the development of a child’s emotional well-being. Children look to their fathers to lay down the rules and enforce them. They also look to their fathers to provide a feeling of security, both physical and emotional.” “Children want to make their fathers proud, and … Read more
During my term as President of the (NAWBO) National Association of Women Business Owners – Charlotte (2006-2007), I was pleasantly surprised by a request from the Charlotte International House. Previously, I had met the manager of this establishment (at that time) and agreed to be of assistance with an international businessman, who had a business … Read more
Most Leaders will admit that one of the toughest parts of being a Leader is sorting and screening all data for the best choice of any decision. Whether selecting a candidate for a position, the ideal location business, or the best approach to a situation, etc., you could likely have times of low self-confidence. The fact … Read more
Charlotte, North Carolina has been a growing and thriving community for many decades. It is an attractive city that sits in the center of the southern border of North Carolina, just above the South Carolina border. With an international airport, and being located about a 3-hour drive from the coast, this offers two benefits: 1) … Read more
POOR TEACHING EXAMPLES Teaching is not as easy as many may think, especially if the students are your own children. Many students are not comfortable for their parents to take the role of their teachers, just as many parents find teaching their children to be very stressful. Keep in mind that the parents are … Read more
Look in the mirror and carefully study the face you see. Keep looking and ask what kind of person do you see? Is the image of someone you believe appears sincere, honest, credible? What could you see that person doing in life? Do they appear patient, understanding, or more aggressive, preferring a more challenging life? … Read more
Now that many people have been working from home (or used to being at home during work hours), what have these people found that they would like to have when returning to work? Not all people like working from home. Here are some observations and different preferences that Employers may want to consider when re-opening … Read more
There are a mixture of thoughts and opinions about whether to re-open businesses now or when. COVID-19 is still infecting more people in the Charlotte Area and beyond. The status of COVID-19 does vary from one area, county, region, state, etc. Some rural areas have been able to keep the virus out totally, but not … Read more
If you are listening to the different media (radio, TV, Internet, Newspapers…), there may be variances of information shared, but much is also the same. The Coronavirus is still “center stage” with little else even coming close. Occasionally, the upcoming elections are touched on, but even other topics are related to the Virus: run on … Read more