What to do when your colleagues do not care about their personal lives
I spoke to the Wharton Women in Business group yesterday. These ambitious women at one of the country's top business schools are always fun to …Read More
Writing About Time Management, Life, Careers & Family
Getting the circus metaphor right
Just because something has been around for a long time does not mean it will last forever. The Ringling Brothers circus has been going for …Read More
Travels with my big boy
Longtime readers will recall that my eldest really wanted a cat for Christmas. He did not get a cat. In lieu, he received a promise …Read More
What to pick up when you drop the ball
Even as women make great strides in the workplace, many feel like they shoulder an unequal percentage of the work at home. And so, discussions …Read More
Signs they’re growing up
I am feeling incredibly well-rested right now. I don't want to jinx this but long-time readers know that the 2-year-old has been a source of …Read More
Guest post: Is it necessary?
Laura's note: Today's guest post is about an important question to ask that can help you be more mindful in matters big and small. Enjoy! by …Read More
OK, enough wrestling
I have spent many a winter Saturday morning at wrestling meets this year. This weekend was no different, except my 7-year-old had wrestling events on …Read More
What I’m into (belated February edition)
So we are 10 days into February, but I never did write this month's "what I'm into" post, so here we go. I just finally started …Read More
The snowy day
We woke to a massive snowstorm this morning. It's the first major one of the winter, which has been relatively mild so far. It was …Read More
The Little Book of Hygge, toddlers, and relaxation
The Danish concept of "hygge" is having a moment. Much like the Norwegian "koselig," it is an elevated vision of coziness, which is key to enjoying …Read More