Archive for April 2016
The delegate count still remains stacked against me. – SCN Encourager
But a couple more weddings could shift the odds in my favor. Love is patient. You’ve heard this said before. Dozens of times. But after Saturday I’m seeing its meaning in a whole new light. Sure, being the father-of-the bride is draining – both emotionally and financially – but I now see a benefit on the horizon I’ve never imagined before.…
Read MoreIt’s your big moment! (Here’s an approach to handling the pressure.) – SCN Encourager
It doesn’t negate preparation and practice, though. Rats. Wouldn’t that’ve been nice? But those two aren’t going away. Ever. Even with the development of some tech gizmo. Perhaps you caught the NCAA Women’s Basketball Championship Tuesday night. The game ended with the University of Connecticut “Huskies” winning their 4th straight crown and wrapping up a perfect…
Read MoreYowza! The future sure gets interesting when deadlines arrive. – SCN Encourager
Fortunately, not all come with high emotion attached. I’d be in trouble, otherwise. But my calendar’s sure getting crazy. We’ve got a tremendous Lunchinar coming up next Tuesday with futurist David Zach. But Holly McCaw, the communications director at Otsego Public Schools, has it all taken care of. And the only thing remaining is for you to…
Read MoreWhat helps you choose a future direction? – SCN Encourager
Personally, I rely heavily on my trusty rearview mirror. Can’t say I’d recommend it, though. Just want you to know. I’ve missed more than my fair share of twists and turns. And it wasn’t because I was fussing with the radio trying to tune in the Tiger game, either. (That’s Cindy’s oft-repeated claim.) It’s just that…
Read MoreWant to be amazing? Even greatly admired? These will do the trick. – SCN Encourager
This was my #1 gotta-have-it item when I was a kid. X-ray glasses. Sure, I’d request all kinds of stuff for Christmas or for my birthday. But honestly, I only asked for things like a bike, train set, hockey stick, catcher’s glove, and my own set of keys to the family station wagon because of peer pressure. I didn’t want…
Read MoreJoin us for our April Lunchinar!
We’re rolling out the red carpet for you! On Tuesday, April 12, we’re sponsoring another one of our popular #scnLunchinars! So what’s an #scnLunchinar? It’s a FREE live streaming school PR micro-event that runs from 12:15 – 1 pm EST. Oh yeah, it’s a 45 minute topical and friendly virtual lunchtime get-together with other school communicators who are all eager to “grow in…
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