For many years, I was a workaholic. I had a terrible time disconnecting at the end of a work day. In fact, there was no real “end” or “beginning” to my work days. I’d often work whenever was most convenient for me because I wasn’t in an externally-facing role at …
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Covid-19 is upending life as usual, changing our world forever in ways unknown. When we come out on the other side of this pandemic, I hypothesize that the work world — thus far, clinging to outdated ideals and notions about productivity, and doing things one way because that’s the way …
Covid-19 Silver Linings: Finding some positive amidst all of the negative
The global impact of the Covid-19 is surreal and unprecedented. The news is incessant, and I find myself constantly scrolling, waiting for an update, waiting to find out the next terrible thing that’s happened. I’m not sleeping well, am incredibly distracted, and lack any motivation to do much of anything. …
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Turning 35 and Quitting My Job
Last month I turned 35…. And I quit my job.* Tomorrow is my last day at the company that I helped build with my parents and the only job I’ve known for my entire adult life.** And after? Well, my family is going on a three-week South American adventure in …
Planning a Three-Week Road Trip
Months of research. Hours spent comparing flight prices. Countless nights debating destinations and routes, followed by whimsical dreams of far away cities and interesting people. The weeks and months leading up to a trip burst with expectation and possibility, your mind’s eye envisioning all the things that could go wrong …
Remote Management Tips
We didn’t know how well it would work. There were concerns. There were questions. Backup plans were made. Hands were wrung. Could I successfully manage my team and work from the Hague for four weeks? Our company already functions as an entirely remote organization. We do not have an office. …
Lessons Learned During Six Weeks Abroad
Six weeks is a lot of time for self-reflection and lesson learning. Here are 10 things we learned during out adventure abroad!
