Since we still aren't in a truly compatible world where devices can simply talk with each other, I have to wait for companies like Apple to continue to step up their game. Just think, it was only 10 years ago that Palm users (myself included) regularly beamed contact info directly into another's address book, as well as sent data and applications to and fro. Today, whenever I'm … [Read more...]
6 Cool Benefits of Playing Pokemon Go
We work. We play. If we don't do both, we'll wind up either broke or miserable. That's why when Pokemon Go launched the other day, I hopped on board, even though I never really played Pokemon previously. I am aware of the potential hazards of playing this game, which requires one move about in the real world. There are already reports of injuries as a result of people … [Read more...]
8 Days and No Checked Bags
While packing for a trip to Upstate New York to see my parents, I took my time selecting what would go and what would stay at home. The end result was a small rolling carry on and a large purse. For eight days. The process of narrowing down what I needed actually took me about three hours, but I gained so much more back as a result. And, no, I didn't pack so light I need … [Read more...]
Bill Weiland – A Tribute to a Man Who Truly Helped Shape the Success of Small Business Ecommerce
Today I'm a bit of a multi-tasker. When I was younger, I thought multitasking was the ideal way to get a lot done. Turns out it just made everything take longer, and certainly not with best quality as a result. But, today, I'm working on my final slides for International Ecommerce Day, as I'll be presenting on the topic of ecommerce conversions. I'm doing it alongside dealing … [Read more...]
Feeling Carefree!
After a 10-day work trip to Arizona (I still have to write about that), I flew to Upstate New York to see my family. It was my first real vacation in nearly 10 years - by real, I mean it lasted more than three days. A week, actually. And while I had a few things to wrap up while sitting at my parent's kitchen table, the days were mostly filled walking, enjoying the outdoors … [Read more...]
Don’t Miss those Short-Lived Big Moments
I'm still in Arizona. Yesterday it hit 114 degrees. Even with only 22% humidity, it was unbearable! I was able to hop outside for a few moments to be taken in by this beautiful sunset. The unique cloud pattern was mesmerizing. And in less than a minute, that perfect sight was gone. I shot this pic with my iPhone 6+. It is untouched. I'm not a pro photographer, but I'm … [Read more...]
He’s Gone. May His Message Be Heard by All.
As I write this, I just received word that a local musician - a friend, a father, a family man by every sense of the word - has lost his battle with melanoma. I was fortunate to be able to volunteer for a fundraising event last year, hosted at BackStreets Sports Bar in beautiful Cape Coral, Florida. It was the first time I "really" met Dale, because we'd actually taken the time … [Read more...]
Want to Be More Productive? Take More Breaks…
Ever sit down at the desk with the intent to spend 10 minutes updating something, only to find yourself still working some two hours later? Yeah, me too. The more we work without breaks, the less we actually get done. That's science... frequent breaks make us more focused and productive. I used to take a five minute break every hour. After starting my quest to get healthier, … [Read more...]
How Chris Brogan and the Fitbit Have Increased My Productivity
Confession: I follow Chris Brogan. I listen to what he has to say, and often interact with his followers. Last year, though, Chris got on a health kick, and I started getting, well, bored... You see, Chris is a great business coach, and he speaks at many key events. He's got the experience the big guys are after, and the little guys can't afford as a one-on-one. But he shares - … [Read more...]
Think You Can’t? Grab the Sword and Fight
Whenever I think I'm not ready to do something - anything - I think about my husband. He's totally blind, and continues to amazing me every day. That's because Joe is not afraid to try new things, albeit sometimes crazy things. This week, while perusing old YouTube videos we'd uploaded, I found the one of him swordfighting a martial arts expert. It was at Janicon '07 in … [Read more...]
Without Limits…
Every year on Oscar night an actor who came from nothing takes the stage to accept his award. He's the guy who tries to inspire the audience, explaining how he grew up in the hood, or without a father. You feel for the guy. Even if you think he possesses little talent, you have to give him kudos for breaking out of the bubble of poverty and abuse to pursue his dream. He closes … [Read more...]
Keeping Myself Out of Jail
If the headline of this post scares you, it should. Last summer I received notice that my Sunpass (electronic toll-paying device) failed to record a transaction. The notice demanded I send $5.00 to my county toll enforcement office. I did as instructed and moved on. In January I was stopped in a city 130 miles away, and was advised I was driving with a suspended license. At … [Read more...]