Why I Always Celebrate My Birthday
September 17 is my favorite day of the year because it’s my birthday – the one day a year that’s all about me – my special day. Like many women, I spend a lot of time nurturing others, so taking time to focus on myself can be tough, but is always worth the effort. This September 17th is my 58th birthday. Instead of bemoaning that number or the physical changes life has brought, I choose to celebrate what those changes represent – every wrinkle represents smiles, laughter and the sheer joy of life; every worry line represents care and concern for my family or a friend in need. ...
Read MoreParenting with intention
Last week, I spoke to middle-school parents about navigating the exciting (and sometimes challenging) adolescent and teen years. We discussed the following principles for parenting with intention. 1. Be in the moment while keeping the end goal in mind: First, figure out what success as a parent means to you—the kind of adults you want your children to become, and the kind of a lasting relationship you want to build with them. Second, take action every day to provide guidance, give feedback and serve as a role model in ways that are consistent with that end goal. Ask yourself, “Is the way I’m...
Read MoreHow would you like to have a financial partnership?
Yesterday, the finance professionals at Equifax shared my four tips for creating a long-lasting financial partnership with your significant other. Anytime you’re in a committed relationships is a good time to talk about finances. These four tips can help you proactively create a solid financial foundation: Get clear on the role money plays in your life and your relationship. Schedule a meeting to discuss—and agree on—overall goals for financial responsibility in your relationship. Do not discuss long-term financial matters in the heat of an argument. Check yourself before you make a...
Read MoreWhen is it time to change jobs?
Yesterday, the finance professionals at Equifax shared a few of my “good questions” that can help you decide when it’s time for a job change. As I said in my guest blog post for Equifax, maybe the signs are obvious, but if you don’t pay attention to the source of your discontent, you run the risk of hurting your career growth, damaging your reputation, or ultimately losing your job. So I suggest asking yourself questions like these: Where is the disconnect? What value do you bring to a company? What do you need from a job and from a company? Is your house in order?...
Read MoreA new chapter
January 26, 2013 marks a significant day for me. It is the first anniversary of my Mother-in-Law’s death, and the fourth anniversary of my Mother’s death. That’s right – the two women who had the biggest impact on my life died on the same day. It would be easy to turn inward and forever dread such a sad day. Instead, I decided to turn January 26 into a celebration of their lives, and a chance to honor all of the good things they did for others during their time on this earth. As many of you know, I decided to write a book to share some of the life lessons that have helped me create a...
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Deb Hornell is a visionary whose personal brand of “Cultivating Environments for Growth” extends into her consulting practice, her family and friendships, and her book: "Good Things for a Full Life."
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