Author Archives: directimpact

Just returned from a vacation with family in Florida. My best experience was when I played pickleball and golf with my boys. No phones or distractions just good ole quality time with my boys. It is indeed the simple things … Continue reading →

With all the different forms of social media around, it becomes more challenging to stick to your values. The comparison game can never be won and it can be depressing. One of my key reasons for starting a business was … Continue reading →

I heard a great quote the other day- Let’s work toward building longer tables and not higher fences. This is especially true when you are looking to forgive. Keep an open mind and work hard to understand the other person’s … Continue reading →

I had the opportunity to visit Port Royal, VA on the 4th of July. I have driven by the small town many times, but never took the path to understand its history. I found out James Madison was born a … Continue reading →

I just read about Bill Russell one the basketball greats in this country. He was well known for throwing up before each game. The pressure was intense and you knew Bill was into it when he lost his dinner. The … Continue reading →

Human emotions are a funny thing. I have been learning all week about Quick to Listen and Slow to Speak and did not put it into practice when talking to my son the other day about soccer. I did not … Continue reading →

The more I go through life the more I realize I must start living in the present. I need to stop thinking if I only had this or that. Life will always throw curve balls and how you deal with … Continue reading →

Reminded today that the biggest threat to success is complacency. Success Scorecard- Rent is due every day. In addition, life is not always fair. Need to continue working through the disappointments as well as the successes.

I was reminded today to Don’t Be Afraid to Ask. In my sales life, I do a lot of nurturing of prospects and there always comes a time when I need to ask them if they want to see a … Continue reading →

I just returned from the MM&C Conference and we had a booth to attract prospects. Sarah did a great job creating a booth that was inviting and creative not to mention the outstanding cupcakes. People would never just walk by. … Continue reading →