With all the news of instant success in our Instagram world, it’s easy to feel like you are late…no matter where you are in your life. But remember, there are as many startups that fail in two seconds, as succeed in two years. And that person on the fast track to promotion? They could easily […] Read more…
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3 Gifts for a 20-Something: On Leadership
What three “gifts” would you give a 20-something if you were a “Forty-Godmother”? Here 40-somethings share three wishes to help a 20-something get a head start on the confidence to make decisions that are right for themselves. No more woulda, coulda, shoulda. Getting ready to focus on leadership this fall (adult back-to-school)? Today’s three wishes […] Read more…
Three Gifts For A 20-Something – From I Should To I Want
What three “gifts” would you give a 20-something if you were a “Forty-Godmother”? Here 40-somethings share three wishes to help a 20-something get a head start on the confidence to make decisions that are right for themselves. No more woulda, coulda, shoulda. 1. Don’t fixate on the bad. Focus on what is good in your […] Read more…
Austin Leader and Mentor on Getting Past Perfect and Lessons Learned
By Danielle Trevino, 4020 Vision Ambassador Forty-something Lesley Guthrie is all about helping others. “To me, my core is all about customer service and what can I do to help others. That’s my passion.” The Austin native and former executive director of the Texas Governor’s Commission for Women is now in charge of external relations and […] Read more…
Three Gifts For A 20-Something – Open Yourself Up To Change
What three “gifts” would you give a 20-something if you were a “Forty-Godmother”? Here 40-somethings share three wishes to help a 20-something get a head start on the confidence to make decisions that are right for themselves. No more woulda, coulda, shoulda. 1. If it seems too good to be true, it probably is. Use […] Read more…
Three Gifts For A 20-Something – Don’t Write That Script
What three “gifts” would you give a 20-something if you were a “Forty-Godmother”? Here 40-somethings share three wishes to help a 20-something get a head start on the confidence to make decisions that are right for themselves. No more woulda, coulda, shoulda. 1. Don’t pursue someone who doesn’t pursue you. I have lived that life. I […] Read more…
Set Some Stretch Goals For Yourself And See Where It Takes You
Last month I attended the KPMG Next Generation Leadership Summit, where I had the opportunity to hear Condoleezza Rice share a wonderful piece of advice on achieving personal excellence. “Set higher expectations for yourself than anyone else sets for you because then you will never be disappointed,” she said. I couldn’t agree more. It’s so important […] Read more…
Three Gifts For A 20-Something – “Nothing Is Permanent”
What three “gifts” would you give a 20-something if you were a “Forty-Godmother”? Here 40-somethings share three wishes to help a 20-something get a head start on the confidence to make decisions that are right for themselves. No more woulda, coulda, shoulda. 1. Nothing is permanent. 2. Social media isn’t real. It’s all fake news. […] Read more…