With summer in full swing, it’s no surprise most of us are trying to enjoy the weather and still focus on personal development and growth. After all, time is of the essence! While we love listening to podcasts on our road trips, long flights, commutes, and anywhere in between, what podcasts are worth listening to? […]
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One of the ALV 9 Culture Commandments is Be a Perpetual Student. Even the smartest person in the room has something to be learned. Never stop asking questions. Learning is an opportunity, not a chore. Always be bettering. Learn. Grow. Develop. Repeat. This is really what personal development is all about, constant growth in pursuit […]
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“There is nothing like returning to a place that remains unchanged to find the ways in which you yourself have changed.” – Nelson Mandela I read this quote in seventh grade while reading The Sisterhood of the Traveling Pants (slightly embarrassing, I know). I hadn’t thought about it in years until I was back in […]
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In today’s world of perpetual busy-ness, it’s easy to forget to make time for play. (Did she just say play? I’m a grown@$$ woman.) Yes, play! Think about it, as children we are encouraged to play make believe and flex our imagination because it is a fundamental part of our development. So why should we […]
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Humans are wired for structure and routine. The certainty they provide creates order in the midst of chaos. But I’m not talking about the type that has you thinking, feeling and doing the same thing every day without any conscious thought. I’m suggesting you need a structure that provides you with balance, clarity, energy and […]
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Today we are talking about 5 ways you can give to yourself that will help you live your best possible life. A small change can make a big difference. – Ankita Singhal 1. Gift of Time…For Yourself A common complaint of American culture? Being too busy. The pressure to work constantly makes us feel lazy when […]
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Failure is such a scary word for most of us. We shy away from it, run from it, hide from it. Anything we can do to avoid it. But failure is what prompts us to rise. It’s what makes us evolve and become better versions of ourselves. We need to work on getting comfortable with […]
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Healthy and productive communication in the workplace can be difficult to nail down, especially when you’re working in a fast-paced environment. But the difference between getting it wrong and getting it right are like night and day. In the former scenario, miscommunication runs amok; few people feel heard and just as many feel misunderstood. Good […]
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Two years ago, I had a terrifying realization: I was in the wrong career. The work wasn’t fulfilling and the culture was wearing on me mentally and emotionally. As I looked ahead of me up the corporate ladder I realized it would only get worse at the top. How had this happened? And more importantly, […]
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It’s tough to find people who already have their lives figured out. More often than not, people are still struggling with their own life. They’re usually unsure about where they are right now and what kind of path they want to take for their future. This is just one of the reasons why working with […]
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The following is Part 1 of a Master Your Morning series meant to help you start each day the right way. Over the coming articles, I’ll introduce a handful of keys habits to implement to your morning routine. Adjust these ideas to match your age, interests, and ability to start each day proactive, positive and […]
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Planned Happenstance, yes where the magic happens. I am hoping to capture all of you career changers (life explorers) with this concept that I guarantee with a bit of curiosity, open-mindedness, and grit will get you exploring your options in no time! The planned piece is perfect for those of you that much prefer to […]
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