How Living in the US Limited Me to Making $2,000 a Month
We all know the classic picture of the American dream: a steady job, a happy marriage, a house with a yard, two kids, a dog, and a...
Category: Real Talk
When Life Gives You Lemons, Make Limoncello: Italian Citizenship and Moving to the EU
Ok, so where the heck have I been for the past few months? I’ve been pretty quiet since May. Usually I’m known for being vocal about all...
Mental Health and COVID-19: a Silent Struggle
Dressed in pajamas, disheveled hair, sunglasses on, I stepped outside onto my front porch. Even with protection, my eyes felt like fingers were pinching each side, causing...
Two Restaurants in a Pandemic: A Case Study
Two family-owned restaurants in a state that is on lock down: they are only allowed to sell carry-out and delivery. Statistically, both should be failing, but one...
Combating Loneliness: You Aren’t Struggling Alone
While browsing Ask Reddit, I found a thread posing the question, “What is your age, and what problems are you currently facing in life?” I was shocked to see the...
Getting Fired is the Best Career Move I Ever Made
“Hey Michelle. I’m really sorry to call you on the weekend while you’re at your other job, but the owner is making me do this now… “I’m...
9 Ways to Kill Your Business Before it’s Even Started
As a business coach, I’ve taken a keen interest in what can kill a business in its early states. A lot of my clients come to me...
Having a Mental Breakdown While Traveling
One woman’s experience with battling depression on the road. I’m sitting in the bedroom with tears in my eyes. I can hear my husband on the phone...
Give Yourself Permission | Erin’s Story
My youngest sister sheepishly pulled me into her room and gestured at the wall next to her desk. It was completely covered in post-it notes. Apparently she’s...
The Reality Behind Mindset Work
I booked out my business in January 2018. I was on top of the world. Travelling full time, living in Singapore, newly married… my life was pretty...
