One of the most challenging things about being unemployed is that you have no control over the outcome. That’s why it is critical to focus on what you can control- your actions, your intentions, and your optimism. Setting small goals, creating daily to-do lists, and evaluating weekly can impact your ability to reach your long-term goals. I’m sharing my advice for goal setting while unemployed to help and inspire others who are temporarily unemployed.
Read MoreBelonging to a community, engaging with others, and creating relationships are all necessary for our human well-being. One of the hardest shifts in getting laid off is the instant loss of community. That’s where creativity comes in. You can find community all around you, even when you are unemployed. Perhaps ESPECIALLY when you are in Transition. The magic of connection is all around- You just have to look for it! I’m sharing this with the intention of helping and inspiring others that are temporarily unemployed.
Read MoreThe concept of “Intentional distraction” was recently introduced to me and has been a game-changer for my mental health stability in my current career transition period. I’m sharing this with the intention of helping and inspiring others that are temporarily unemployed. My career coach advised me to focus on taking breaks to do things that: appeal to my senses, give me a sense of completion, are not related to my job search, and put me in a grounded state.
Read MoreConsumer brands can learn a lot from Taylor Swift. As a marketer and a Swiftie, I share the moves Taylor Swift is making in her marketing era and why it’s working: being the under-dog, surprising and delighting audiences, doing the right thing, Ignoring the haters, Innovating with exclusive partnerships, and creating merch with options.
Read MoreTraveling for work doesn’t have to be stressful. You can lean into a zen mindset and choose your own adventure. I call this a work-cation! The goal of enjoying a Zen Work-Cation is to stay mentally positive and physically balanced along the way. In this blog post, I share tips to transform a boring work trip into an unforgettable zen work-cation. Ready? Let’s go!
Read MoreNashville's International Day of Yoga is June 21, 2021. Learn more about Nashville’s Yoga Community upcoming gathering and check out my interview with one of the event’s yoga instructors, Gilbert Valenzuela. There’s also a link to register!
Read MoreCelebrating Mental Health Awareness Month, I reflect upon the self-care tips I observed from the Jekyll Island Sea Turtles. Learn a little about these creatures and how their natural instincts relate to your own mental health and self-care.
Read MorePersonal branding is a hot topic, especially during the digitally-driven Pandemic age. Now that I’ve been Vax’d, I decided it’s time to bring my “Yogi Marketer” brand to life with new social media profile photos and some new images on my blog. I share the strategic approach I took to Planning a Branding Photo Shoot with Nathan Morgan Photography.
Read MoreAs I reflect upon my best of 2020 Instagram Moments, I realized it wasn’t a Dumpster Fire year after all! All things considered, 2020 was still a pretty good year with lots of self-reflection, channeling inner strength, enjoying nature, practicing yoga and meditation, strengthening relationships, and focusing on gratitude.
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