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Thanks,
Erin

What are Your Goats?

I recently had the opportunity to attend one of the Small Business Breakfast Club's meetings, sponsored by the Greater El Paso Chamber of Commerce. The club's meetings are meant for networking and learning. I did both; I networked with several small businesses in the El Paso area and learned from our speaker, Fran Tarkenton.

The Life of Excellence

I have always striven for excellence. I think striving for that might be somewhat due to my perfectionist tendencies, but I know that part of that striving is due to the nurturing I received as a child. As I have matured, I have noticed that my motivation for excellence has changed. No longer do I pursue excellence because I want to receive an "award" of some sort. I seek excellence because I wish to honor God in everything I do. 

Don't Sweat the Small Stuff

I am, by nature, a worrier. Maybe it’s because I’m a perfectionist. Maybe it’s because I’m slightly obsessive-compulsive. Maybe it’s because I’m the eldest sibling. There are all kinds of reasons why I worry, but the truth is, none of them justify it. 

What Do You Do?

"What do you do?" It sounds like an innocent question, but it is extremely important, especially for those of us just beginning our journeys as freelancers or independent business owners. The answer to that question determines our personal vision and establishes what steps we will take to reach our goals, such as becoming a full-time independent business owner. If you haven't considered your answer to the question, now is the time to do it before you start on a path that may or may not lead to where you want to go. Seth Godin provides some questions to help you, and me, find the answer to the question. "What do you do?"

Winning the Race

I’m sure that most of us are familiar with Aesop’s fable about the tortoise and the hare, but it never hurts to refresh our memories. The hare proudly asserts that he is the fastest animal and can beat anyone. The tortoise’s response is revealing; he quietly responds that he will challenge the hare. The hare sprints from the starting line, and, once he has a seemingly insurmountable lead, he lies down for a nap. During his nap, the tortoise passes him and crosses the finish line first. When the hare arrives a moment later, the tortoise gently explains that slow and steady wins the race.

Nothing to do in El Paso?

I once was a member of the "there's nothing to do in El Paso" crew. During the past year, I have discovered how mistaken I was. There is plenty to do in El Paso; this past weekend, I attended several events.