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03/11/2026

Banzai is a Japanese exclamation meaning “ten thousand years” or a wish for long life, joy, or celebration like shouting “Hooray!” or “Long live…!” in England.

At our National Sales Meeting, Tyler explained this word and then brought the word to life. When he cheered BANZAI and the rest of the audience followed his lead. He sparked a movement. He created an energy that united the room.

That’s the leadership lesson: passion ignites change. Passion inspires people. Passion unites people.

If you’re ready to explore your passions more deeply, join us at the next Greatness Retreat in Asheville, a space to reconnect with what drives you.

BANZAI!

03/05/2026

“You want a Village? You have to be a Villager! “

I was inspired by my daughter to change my originally planned wise word from “invitation” to “villager” based on her own advice she gives friends.

For many attending my retreats, socialization is a high priority. The truth stands: if you want to socialize, you can’t sit back and wait for others to extend an invitation. You need to be a villager and take the initiative to invite others into your village.

Here are some villager ideas:
- Organize a dinner or coffee date a friend or two
- Start a book club to explore new reads together
- Go with your village to a cooking class or flower arranging workshop

02/27/2026

11 assumptions are made in first 7 seconds of meeting someone

These judgments often include perceptions of your:
• Credibility
• Intelligence
• Trustworthiness
All core components of leadership presence.

Loved workshopping this recently at MSU.

Your presence speaks before your words do.
Fair or not. Bias or not. It happens.

Don’t take for granted those 7 seconds!

02/26/2026

This crooked tree wasn’t accidental.
It was shaped to guide travelers by our indigenous people.

A reminder that paths are often marked before us. We just have to pause long enough to see them.

Honored to bring this reflection into our Asheville retreat including time near the Cherokee Reservation.

Join us, your next trail marker is waiting.

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02/25/2026

Wise Word Wednesday: PIVOT
End of February.
8 weeks into the year.
Time to pause and ask:
Do you need to pivot?
As a business owner, healthcare leader, mom of two college adults, board member… I’ve made intentional pivots in 2025.
Career.
Greatness Retreat (more workshops + speaking).
Even stepping back from board work — for this season.
Each pivot was deliberate.
And it’s paying off.
My health is better.
My mind feels clearer.
I feel giddy again about what’s ahead.
If life feels heavy….pause.
Where might you need to pivot?

Photo from Australia 🌹
Roses blooming behind me… blurred, but full of color.
Because life is like that sometimes…
a little blurry, but still beautiful.

02/22/2026

That’s a wrap!
What amazing community and friendships that were created. So thankful for the trust the ladies had in each other to share and provide suggestions.

Beyond grateful for this opportunity afforded to me to facilitate these retreats!

02/21/2026

Neuro graphic style of painting.
Our first project at Painting and Presence.
Thanks

02/20/2026

Moments away from the start of the Wisconsin Painting & Presence Retreat in Elkhart Lake.
Staying in a bougie cabin.
Gourmet meals.
Hot toddies.
Painting workshop.
Yin yoga.
Spa experience.
Self-discovery and discussion.
Laughter and memories.
Community.

Are you going on a retreat in 2026?
We’d welcome you to a Greatness Retreat!

02/12/2026

This Wise Word Wednesday- Intentional

Being intentional isn’t about perfection. It’s about choosing what matters and giving it space.
For me, that means blocking the time:
• 6:30–7:00 AM for meditation + journaling
• 5:15–6:15 AM for workouts
• One day a month for strategy
• Date nights with my husband

I call it intentionally being intentional.

But some of the most meaningful moments can’t be scheduled like when my daughters call from college. Those calls get my full attention. No multitasking. I listen, take notes, and soak it in. That’s intentionality too.

What are you being intentional about this week?

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