When we were kids, we were taught to wait our turn – that Patience equaled Politeness. Times have changed.  We all have more demands on our time and more distractions than ever before.

We all encounter moments in our lives when we know we have to make a move.  We don’t always have clear directions or an articulated goal in mind, but we know that our current state no longer serves us.

The good news: We all have both extremes in us somewhere.  If we can read a situation well and flex the right extreme, we’ll come out on top.

People love to share their wisdom! Asking someone for advice shows that you value their opinion. It gives them a chance to share their hard-won wisdom. Most importantly, it gives you a chance to learn a little something for free.

You have a product. You have a service. You have a craft. You need to get it to the people. How can you ensure that free today will become dollars tomorrow?

Human beings seek creature comforts, things, people and experiences which fill them up – cozy spaces, pleasant lighting, delicious food, easeful body, free mind, supportive friends…. 

I’m as addicted to my phone as you are.  I use it for email. I use it to text.  I use it to Facebook, and like Pavlov’s dog, I keep on looking/waiting/aching for the ding. A new client, a design to approve, a baby-date to schedule. All. Damn. Day.

When I landed my first serious “big girl” job at the ripe old age of 24, my colleagues included professionals with MBA’s, 10 years of Directorial experience, 40 years of life experience and killer resumes.

Quick – What are the four things you like the LEAST about yourself? Now – What are the four things you like the MOST about yourself?

I challenge you, as I challenge myself, to re-frame boredom.  To remove the reaction to the emotional state of boredom and to channel that energy into something rich.