Hello Here We Are readers, we are two weeks into the new year, and I bet you are already swamped with to-do lists, a full work-load, appointments, and the daily grind of this fast-paced life. Time management is simply a series of well-honed skills that when applied consistently will help us approach tasks in... Read more →

It's the season of hearts and romance. And while we all love to look at the Valentine's Day decorations, eat chocolate, and enjoy the flowers that are everywhere, it's also a good time to assess how much you love numero uno. That means YOU! This morning, I came across a quote and a thought... Read more →

This Two Word Tuesday is a very simple one, Details Matter. It doesn't mean that every thing has to be perfect or else it isn't worth doing, because we all know that nothing is perfect! There is no magic moment when you are "ready" or optimum circumstance that you've dreamed about, there is only... Read more →

Last week, the Two Word Tuesday for the month of February, 2016, was Like Yourself. Part of liking yourself is knowing what you like and don't like in life, career, business, products, food, etc. When you know what you like, those are the things you choose, typically over and over. It's that perfect sandwich... Read more →

These days we meet people from around the world without ever leaving the house. The connections that develop are important to growing your personal and business network... You may have heard the statement, "If you aren't online, you don't exist." Harsh though it may sound, in the 21st century, there is truth in this... Read more →

If you are a regular Here We Are reader, then you know that I live what I write, mean what I say, and say what I mean. When I came across this hiTask 7 Day info graphic, the "eat a frog" suggestion caught my eye. Not that I'm a fan of snacking on green... Read more →

Meet my new best friend, Tommy Tempus, an old fashioned countdown timer! This shiny little guy and I spend a lot of fast, fleeting moments together doing all sorts of things. He's happy to patiently sit on my desk ticking away the seconds with a low, steady repetition of clicks. He's even thoughtful enough... Read more →

CLICK HERE to listen to the Here We Are interview with Ruth A. Casie: Romancing A "Knight of Runes," Writing, And More! Do you have a passion to write? Are you working toward getting published? Not a writer but hoping to achieve a longtime dream? Newly published author, Ruth A. Casie, shares her journey... Read more →

As you may know, one of my many hats is that of a decor consultant. Currently, I am working on a flip house, as well as prepping for several new projects (it's been hectic!). The success of a renovation is measured by the details of the finished project (just ask Jeff Lewis, star of... Read more →

CLICK Here to Listen to the Here We Are radio show episode, Lisa Kasper, Entrepreneur: Making Scents Of It All. Are you new to business? Thinking of starting one? Not sure what comes first? Then this is the show for you! Learn from Lisa Kasper, owner of Blue Moon Candles and Eden's Alchemy Bathworks,... Read more →

Things often happen in 3's... You bump into the same person three times in one week, you lose three things in a day, three invitations show up for the same weekend, etc. This theory can be applied in so many instances; often it manifests in a simple incident that has no significance until the... Read more →

CLICK HERE to Listen to the Here We Are Radio Show episode, Moving? The "Must Do's & Don'ts" of Staging & Selling A Home with Real Estate and Home Staging Expert, Susan Devane, CEO of Moving Mavins. If you are thinking about selling your home, or you have the overwhelming task of moving a... Read more →

"Thank You" are two simple words that are quite important to use at any time, but especially in business. There is no excuse for abandoning this MUST DO step in any deserving interaction. If and when you skip this step, you align yourself with the risk of negative connotations. In today's fast paced and... Read more →

Featured Article - WOMB: Woman On A Mission In Business There are women who work, and then there are women who see work as part of a natural progression of life. Meet Yvonne Costin, the Here We Are featured Woman On a Mission in Business. Yvonne and her company, Grandma's Handyman Service, are an... Read more →

CLICK HERE to listen to my interview with Jaime Tardy, the Eventual Millionaire, on the Here We Are radio show... It's about much more than money! Are you interested in changing the direction of your life into one you've been dreaming about? Maybe you want to work from home to spend more time with... Read more →

CLICK HERE to listen to my interview of author Caridad Pineiro on the Here We Are radio show. This New York Times and USA Today best-selling author wrote her first book in the fifth grade and now has over twenty published novels and novellas, plus more on the way! Caridad is a very busy... Read more →

Featured Article - WOMB: Woman On a Mission in Business Meet Sharon Gnatt Epel, the first Here We Are featured Woman On a Mission in Business. We are proud and excited to introduce Sharon and her outstanding product line, La Ishá - Timeless Beauty Through Healthy Alternatives. One look at her gorgeous skin and... Read more →

Here We Are is looking for women who are taking charge, making strides, and living their lives out loud by using their businesses to prosper and help others. As Here We Are grows, our mission to help busy women make their lives better, brighter, and easier, continues to bloom. We are proud to introduce... Read more →

Are you experiencing less attentiveness and manners during a face to face meeting? Do you leave feeling like the time could have been more productive? It seems that the more we connect on-line, the less we are connecting in person, both literally and figuratively. It might be time to brush up on a few... Read more →

We all know that moment at the computer when the decision to press "send" makes you stop and think...hmmmm. Is what I wrote clear? Did I write too much? Not enough? Does it "sound" rude? How much time is too long to reply? These and other common issues can be easily addressed with a... Read more →

Social Networking Site Photos: How To Make Your "Profile Picture" Go From Blank To Beautiful In our visually oriented society, it is more true than ever that a picture is worth a thousand words. The Internet is the new permanent record, so make your record the best it can be. A professional head shot... Read more →

CLICK HERE to listen to the Here We Are radio show, Social Networking: How The Net Tangles Up The Workplace. Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn, texting, emails, and other social networking sites are tangling up the workplace for employers. If you have employees or are thinking of hiring personnel, you need to know how to navigate... Read more →

Feeling caught in a maze of ideas and "things to do" for a big project or venture? Not sure which way to turn? A Mind Map can lead you in a clear direction. The Tag Party subject for March is to share a "how to" on any subject. After much thought about what I... Read more →

Are you thinking of starting your own business? Already have a business but could use some websites tips that will make your work easier? The following are 10 of my favorite, easy to use websites that help me grow and maintain my businesses, Holly Woods 'N Vines, Botanical Lifestyle Enhancers (a natural bath, body,... Read more →

Major credit card companies have Loyalty Point programs, airlines have Frequent Flyer miles, and even grocery stores have Super-Saver cards for regular customers. Rewarding repeat customers has become a tradition in our consumer driven society. Whether you never leave home without it, or the more you buy, the more you fly, at least you... Read more →