Relationships

A Personal Story “Trapped In A Self-Imposed Prison”

This personal story is a bit raw and took some courage to post it.  It’s meant to be educational and inspirational.  I had a serious disorder and couldn’t have recovered without professional help.  It’s part of why I became a professional counselor and coach.  I became anorexic around 14 years old.  My story started at overnight camp.  …

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Myths About Loneliness and Some of My Story

Loneliness has become a serious problem in our country.  It’s reached epidemic proportions.  Very scary and sad.  It’s not easy to admit you are lonely and many people don’t even realize they are. As a Professional Counselor and Relationship Coach I am committed to helping end the loneliness epidemic.  I’m grateful for my many years …

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Why It’s Hard To Make Friends, plus suggestions!

Looking for a new friend?  Feeling a bit frustrated?  More people are struggling to make a friend.  Isolation and loneliness are on the rise.  The world has changed!  In my personal and work life the topic of friendships comes up often.  Having friends is important for your health and happiness!   Making friends can be …

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Stop Settling and Start Soaring!

You settle, I settle, We all settle.  It happens.  Why do you settle for less?  How do you stop doing it?  You know that settling backfires and yet you do it.  The way to stop doing it is to get comfortable saying No!  Say no to what you know isn’t right for you.  Listen to your …

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Introverts Aren’t Good At Networking.  Not True.  Check out Chapter 7!

 “I’m not outgoing.  I hate parties.  I can’t stand chit chat.”  I hear this quite often.  It’s one of the “But Margo…” statements in my book.  Many people think you can’t be good at networking unless you are an extrovert.  This is absolutely not true.   What they want me to know is they won’t …

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Building A “Golden” Network & More!

Your Golden Network is your Love Club!  Learn how to build a “golden” network  in chapter five of my book “The Love Club: a new approach to business networking”   “Smart” Networking is about building and nurturing relationships only with your “golden” network.   I call these your “7-10’s.” How to Fast Track building A “Golden” Network Initially I …

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Chapter TWO: The Right Relationships

The Right Relationships make up your Love Club!  Chapter two in  “The Love Club: A New Approach to Business Networking” is about building business relationships with the right people.  They are your most satisfying and productive relationships.  I call them  7-10’s!  On a 1-10 scale, 10 is Ideal!  This chapter covers  Ideal Profiles including Client, Referral Source and Referral …

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CHAPTER ONE: It Starts With YOU!

In my book “The Love Club: A New Approach to Business Networking” you will acquire valuable life enhancement tools.  As a Business and Life coach I help new and experienced entrepreneurs and business owners build a better business and life!   For the next 12 weeks I’ll cover one chapter at a time including a push …

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Looking For a New Friend or Relationship? Make it Easier by…

The need for new friends has expanded exponentially.  Post pandemic more people are feeling isolated and lonely.  Finding friends isn’t easy.  This blog is about in person (not virtual) friendships or friends you can hug!    Why is it harder than ever before to make friends?  Who has an easier time making friends?  What can …

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My 3 Words for 2023!

Happy New Year! Every year I choose a few words to promote personal and professional growth. This year they are FEEL, SAY and DO Feel what’s hard to feel Say what’s hard to say Do what’s hard to do I’m inviting you to choose one, two or all three and join me in making your …

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Don’t Start Searching till You Know What You Want and Why!

Do you know what you want or what would make you happier?  Sounds like a simple question but for most it isn’t.  There are many possibilities to consider.  It’s important to be specific.  It’s especially hard to know when you are down on yourself or depressed.  Nothing will feel quite right.   When looking for a new job …

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How to Handle an Unexpected Rejection when Interviewing and Dating

I bet this has happened to you.  A potential client, employer, friend, boy or girlfriend seems interested in you!  You feel great.  Excitement and adrenaline are in abundance.  It’s tempting to project a positive outcome.  Sometimes this occurs and other times it doesn’t.  When it doesn’t you are upset.  Naturally! It’s not uncommon for someone to …

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