HBO: You are Smart

For the past several weeks, my husband has been increasingly interested in the show “Pacquiao-Margarito 24/7” on HBO. And so, since we only have one TV in the house (shocker for some I realize) I was forced to watch the show as well. But a funny thing happened – I was entertained. The premise of…

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Life Coach/Hunting Coach

I’ve dabbled in the idea of hiring a life coach, but I haven’t pulled the trigger for several reasons: 1. I was never really sure what they did – part psychologist? part cheerleader?  What makes someone a life coach? 2. I couldn’t validate the hundreds of dollars per month they wanted (and yes, you have…

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What Is Your “Tone” in the Office?

Are you snarky with your co-workers? Do you respond to meeting requests saying you can’t wait for the meeting and you’ll bring party favors with cheese & venison trays? When you send internal memos, do you poke fun at yourself? When you give presentations, do you crack jokes to keep it light-hearted? Or is it…

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Secrets of Outdoor Communicators, Part Deux

This post is the second part of my SEOPA conference wrap-up.  Scroll down to read my first part on tips and secrets of outdoor communicators as shared by Wade Bourne. Now we are continuing with more secrets shared by legends J. Wayne Fears, John Phillips and Mark Sosin. The list of accolades and awards on…

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Secrets of Outdoor Communicators, Part One

If you didn’t attend last week’s Southeastern Outdoor Press Association (SEOPA) Conference, you are in luck as I studiously took notes during one the highlights of the conference: a session with iconic outdoor communicators. The four gentlemen I am highlighting are Wade Bourne, J. Wayne Fears, John Phillips and Mark Sosin. The panel had probably 100…

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