Our Core Values
Our Core Values
As a working mom trying to fit in everything, I worried about how to do it all and raise kind, caring, competent kids. After growing up with an older brother who had a drug addiction, which eventually cost him his life, providing stability and structure for my children was incredibly important to me. I came to realize that I couldn’t juggle it all, but I could strive for work life integration.
I wanted to be a recognized business professional, but more importantly, a great mom who was there for and involved in the lives of her children. I wanted to give back to my community, always keeping family top-of-mind. I wanted to serve as a role model and mentor to others, but have energy left at the end of day for the loved ones waiting for me at home. I wanted to assist my parents and the love of my life as they entered their final years, recognizing how my cup would always be more than ½ full.
It’s my hope that in starting an online community of sharing, that both men and women just might help each other find better work life integration, an inspiration to the start of a rough day, or a story that brings a chuckle or offers a different view of things.
So, please… Enjoy lessons in Leadership, including advice on changing corporate culture, branding and innovation, empowering teams, prioritization, measuring results, resumes and references, and passing the reins. Peruse stories in Life, with advice on growing a family, handling the very toughest of times including divorce and the loss of loved ones, building stronger relationships and connections, creating your own Grandparent brand, and so much more. Find inspiration in Purpose, including impactful philanthropy, contributing in meaningful ways as a volunteer or board member, giving back to others, and perhaps most importantly, finding personal fulfillment as you live up to your potential. And just for fun of it, check out the colorful stories and imagery shared in Celebrations & Home with regard to decorating, weddings and parties, and creating memories with family and friends.
And last but not least, please share YOUR life lessons with our community. Each of us has so incredibly much to offer!
Leadership
“Great people with great attitudes can fill many roles. Your business will change, and your goals will need to change. When you have a really strong team, you can conquer all sorts of issues. Don’t settle. Seek excellence.”- C.L.B
Our leadership wisdoms cover executive presence, priorities, crisis management, values, innovation and cultural change, as well as insights into the challenges of leadership transitions.
Life
“Does everything go as planned? Never. But with patience, good will, and, most importantly, when you’re surrounded by caring, bright, motivated people, most everything has a prayer of getting back on track quickly and stronger than ever.” – C.L.B
In our life lessons, we share wisdoms learned from the joys of parenting, caring for older parents and divorce to unexpected loss and finding one’s way. The stories are deep and unfiltered because it’s through honesty that we learn.
Purpose
“Committing to building a strong tomorrow are as diverse as our community’s needs and are not driven by some set of rules, but by your passions and the satisfaction you get from seeing a project completed or seeing the smiles from someone who realizes that today their life gets a little better.” – C.L.B.
Our wisdoms dealing with purpose tell how to effectively lead a board, the many ways to deliver charitable impact, making a concrete difference, and the origins of Enchanted Backpack.
Celebrations and Home
“I love the creativity of a party. My work life is pretty heavy stuff – all good stuff, but serious work. Parties fulfill my need for whimsy, creativity, and fun; and I think most people would say we give great parties.” – C.L.B.
More than just great celebrations and gifting, these lessons learned deal with the joy of creating a loving home, celebrating family and friends, and some of the happiest moments in life.
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