Entrepreneurial Mindset
What to do when it feels like it’s not working
Tuesday, Sep 4th a message from =KRISTINE CAREY ~ CATALYST= Lately I’ve been running experiments with parts of my business and have felt like it’s just not working; maybe you’ve felt that same way at some point? Read on for thoughts on what to do when you’re not feeling it. Happy Indian Summer – hit reply…
Read MoreIt’s Labor Day – How Much are You Laboring?
Tuesday, Aug 28th a message from =KRISTINE CAREY ~ CATALYST= Summer in San Francisco and the sun is here – hard to believe it’s almost Labor Day! I’m looking forward to grilling on the deck and enjoying a few days off, which has got me thinking about how hard we all work. Read below for ideas…
Read MoreBe your own Leader
Tuesday, Aug 14th a message from =KRISTINE CAREY ~ CATALYST= Greetings from sunny San Francisco – warm summer is finally catching up with us here. Recently I was discussing the idea of being a leader with one of my entrepreneurial colleagues and it occurred to me how much for granted he took his own leadership and…
Read MorePlay to your Strengths (+ a Tool!)
Have you ever thought or been told that it’s best to focus on getting better at your weaknesses, to be well rounded? Maybe you’ve taken on the challenge of looking at your weaknesses straight on and addressing them. Raise your hand if in your attempt to shore up these weaknesses you’ve been frustrated, just a…
Read MoreHow much difference does a designated space make?
I’m pretty sure that not having my own designated space would be hard for me. When I worked in an office I was sensitive to where my desk was placed: who was near me, the air conditioner vents, traffic flow, sounds, etc. Now that I work for myself I have my “official” desk in my home office…
Read MoreHappiness = Challenge, in a good way
Wednesday, Jan 25th a message from =KRISTINE CAREY ~ CATALYST= I spent this past Sunday like many in the Bay Area, watching the NFL playoff games to see if the 49ers were going to the Super Bowl. Alas, they are not, and yet I had a great time being out with others, enjoying old friends and…
Read MoreIt’s Going To Be OK
Friday, Mar 23rd a message from =KRISTINE CAREY ~ CATALYST= Happy Friday! It’s been a full couple of weeks here: I’ve attended 3 – 2 to 3 day workshops, hatched a new idea for a product I think you’ll like (stay tuned) and had some great times with friends and colleagues. All of this has been…
Read MoreKeep going!
Check out what one of my clients just sent me – she’s transitioning from full time employment to whatever is next, up to and possibly self-employment. A good reminder to keep going; the only way out is through! “Thanks for you help this week – the last two calls have been extremely helpful keeping me…
Read MoreHow do you get things done?
“In India, it is not because of the government. It is in spite of the government.” VIDYA SRINIVASAN, a business executive in India, on how things get done.
Read MoreDo you need to tie yourself to the Mast?
Greetings! Hi ~ Today is an out-of-control, gorgeous day here in San Francisco, the kind we only get a few times a year. And although I’ve been working away, I took a few minutes to go out with my dog Mancha and enjoy playing outside. The office doors have been wide open,…
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