Take this job and shove itI ain’t working here no more. Johnny Paycheck ; “Take This Job and Shove It” is a 1977 country music song written by David Allan Coe and popularized by Johnny Paycheck, about the bitterness of a man who has worked long and hard with no apparent reward. I remember my first job that I gotContinue reading “You can take THIS job and shove it!”
Category Archives: education & career
They want your GUIDANCE rather than your expectations
Naomi Osaka withdraws from French Open, takes break from tennis. CNN Sha’Carri Richardson used marijuana legally in Oregon, now out of Olympic 100-meter race after drug test. ESPN These two banner headlines within the last 60 days inspired this week’s post. Two of my Sistas in Arms were splashed across the headlines. I cried. TheseContinue reading “They want your GUIDANCE rather than your expectations”
EXTEND More Grace to YOURSELF
Not successful enough…organized enough…confident enough…funny enough…slim enough…talented enough…experienced enough…disciplined enough…thoughtful enough…capable enough…worthy enough. Linda & every woman in the world According to a recent report from Lorman Research, women make up more than 50% of the United States population and nearly half of the total U.S. labor force. Despite this, women continue to be underrepresented,Continue reading “EXTEND More Grace to YOURSELF”
Picking your BATTLES
Being strong doesn’t always mean you have to fight the battle. True strength is being adult enough to walk away from the nonsense with your head held high. Janette Minxy I was fearless, as a kid. Throughout my adolescence and teen years, I battled my parent’s authority and choices of punishments. I argued with teachersContinue reading “Picking your BATTLES”
Back to School in Your 40’s, 50’s or 60’s
An investment in knowledge pays the best interest. Benjamin Franklin You are never too old to pursue your dreams. For me, going back to school to get my graduate degree was one of my dreams. Everyday, there was a nudging in my gut that this part of my life was incomplete. In fact, there wasContinue reading “Back to School in Your 40’s, 50’s or 60’s”
Character EXPOSED in Crisis
“When someone shows you who they are, believe them the first time. People know themselves much better than you do. That’s why it’s important to stop expecting them to be something other than who they are.” Dr. Maya Angelou Shout out to the late great Dr. Maya Angelou for this tremendous and profound observation ofContinue reading “Character EXPOSED in Crisis”
Forgiveness is Powerful
Lets talk – forgiveness. Ironically since I last shared with you, I received an unusual number of calls from friends who were struggling with forgiving and forgiveness or trying to grasp a practical understanding about forgiveness. The core of our discussions was they understood forgiveness in theory yet found it difficult to reconcile in practice.Continue reading “Forgiveness is Powerful”
The “Oh my goodness” in Gift-Giving
Another Christmas season is behind us. For many families, the remnants of the holiday still remain. There are some parents right now watching their toddlers play with the box and not the toy. Some still have not operated the toy because they are waiting until it is COVID safe to go out and purchase theContinue reading “The “Oh my goodness” in Gift-Giving”
What Have You Done for YOU Lately?
Just the other day, I got an email from the Human Resources department of my employer informing me that I had capped out on vacation hours. This meant that as of the last payroll date, I was unable to accrue any additional hours toward my vacation bank. I had to admit I chuckled to myselfContinue reading “What Have You Done for YOU Lately?”
…now what, Linda? This blog.
On the day my little sister was born – May 24 – my life truly began. My core purpose was in devotion to my sister. In that moment, I became her confidant, protector, interpreter, cheerleader, soundboard, advocate, her big sister. For the better part of our early years, we were inseparable. Sure, we were 2Continue reading “…now what, Linda? This blog.”
now what, Linda? 