Category Archives: Business

Shared from CNBC: Why you should stop telling people you’re so busy

Posted on April 7, 2018 by mdesmarteau

I’ve recently read that rather than “I’m too busy,” it is more helpful to say and think “it’s not a priority for me…”  Using “It’s not a priority” gives us control over our lives and schedules. We each have a … Continue reading →

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Planting Your Seed… Putting it all together

Posted on November 20, 2013 by mdesmarteau

After reading last week’s post (So, How Do you Plant A Seed Anyway), you may be saying to yourself, “that’s all fine and good but how do I apply what you’ve suggested in my daily life? So, this week, I … Continue reading →

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If you want to thrive, plant seeds

Posted on October 29, 2013 by mdesmarteau

Do you obsess about getting credit at work or in your volunteering efforts? Do you get upset when someone takes your idea and runs with it? Do you feel you should’ve been picked to lead the project but were looked … Continue reading →

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