Category Archives: Success

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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The Nightingale’s Song

Posted on June 30, 2017 by mdesmarteau

Learning to sing a beautiful ballad…a struggle. Wanting to grow from a frightened fledgling to a glorious nightingale, crooning in the glistening moonlight. I knew it would happen. If you kept trying–never giving up–the reward would be great, the artistry astounding, the … Continue reading →

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Month 2 Check-In…Back on Track?

Posted on February 10, 2016 by mdesmarteau

If you read my last blog post (Help! I’m way off course…get me back on track!), you know that I’m endeavoring to make some changes in my life by treating my personal development as I would a project at work. … Continue reading →

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Usually around this time of year, I do a lot of soul-searching. In 2015 for numerous reasons, I have found myself off track, run-down, and needing to get back on course. I need a plan to do it. Everybody has … Continue reading →

Posted on January 12, 2016 by mdesmarteau | Leave a comment

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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Compelled to Write…

Posted on October 4, 2013 by mdesmarteau

For years now, I have had this aching feeling, this burning compulsion to write. I want to make a difference. I want to help people. I want others to thrive. However, and I assume this is not uncommon, I fear … Continue reading →

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