Years ago, I had the privilege of working for Rod Laver. One day after our national tennis camp, Rod asked if I’d like to “hit for a bit,” which was his way of…
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From Imposter to Inspired – The Better Newsletter #35
One day, I saw a woman sitting on the beach by herself, crying. I went over and asked, “Are you okay?” She said, “No, I’m NOT okay. I don’t belong here…”
I’m SO Angry! – The Better Newsletter #34
I let a friend use my lake cottage, for free. When I arrived the next weekend, I couldn’t believe what a mess he left…
Back to Basics – The Better Newsletter #33
Years ago I was watching Chris Evert’s commentary at Wimbledon. She said…
Messages That Matter – The Better Newsletter #32
People often tell me, “I’m a business owner, not a speaker.” I reply back with…
Accident or Opportunity? – The Better Newsletter #31
Several years ago, I was driving west as part of my Year by the Water. I didn’t book hotels in advance because…
When Were You Last Happy? – The Better Newsletter #30
I’ll always remember attending a talk on “happiness” presented by a well-known professor…
Stuck? Do This! – The Better Newsletter #29
Last year, my book launch for Talking on Eggshells was coming up and I was stuck…
From Worry to Wonder – The Better Newsletter #28
A client preparing a presentation told me, “I know it’s important to share stories, but I don’t have any.” I told her…
Set the S.C.E.N.E. With Stories – The Better Newsletter #27
A client preparing a presentation told me, “I know it’s important to share stories, but I don’t have any.” I told her…