Saying The Right Words to the Right People
Recently, I was catching up with a friend I hadn't seen in at least three years. He had seen a Brilliance Nugget on LinkedIn and we…
Entrepreneurial Mindset
Being an entrepreneur takes a special person, and you are always growing and eager to learn more.
Imagine Your TV Interview
Imagine yourself being invited to be on TV to talk about the mission of your business or non-profit. How would the TV moderator introduce you? Which…
Happy Dollar Half-Hour
Let me explain to you what I meant by "Happy Dollar Half-Hour." Let's face it: Not all the things we need to do are equally fun…
Sometimes It Feels Like It’s Not Going Fast Enough?!
This story is not about bragging. It is about pushing hard and feeling of not going fast enough on accomplishing your mission, yet being a kind…
Take Your Shot
A friend recently invited me to help launch LeanIn circles in our area. The mission is to empower women in their careers. During the conversation, she…
Dr. Stephie?! – How Much Should We Let Our Credentials Speak For Us?
Our Rotary Club is awesome. We do good for other people. We also get together to have social fun. Sometimes, we let our credentials speak for…
The Big Leap
When did my entrepreneurial journey begin and my big leap happened? Neither of my parents was an entrepreneur. They both worked as teachers in Germany. One…