There are loads of two-word sentences that can change the course of your life. These two words can change everything: “I quit!” “You’re fired!” “I’m leaving.” “I’m done.” “You can’t.” “I do.” However, the first two words I’m referring to are these: “Now what?!” I think most of us said […]
It’s not luck. Moving forward often takes some conscious effort. If you’re trying to move your business, talent, career, ministry, or your life forward, you need to find your groove. When I was trying to bounce back after my accident and again when the pandemic hit, I had to find […]
How well do you listen? The truth is that most people “half-listen.” They’re either thinking of their response or they tune out and think of other things while you’re talking. Some people even multi-task on Zoom calls! The art of listening has gone by the wayside in our fast-paced, overly-connected […]
When I first started adding drum therapy techniques to tutoring sessions (back when I did tutoring), I had no idea how many things it could help with. Besides helping my students gain instant clarity and focus, I discovered I that it could also help them hit their goals. I began […]
It’s almost Christmas! We’re coming down the home stretch! If you haven’t reached your goals yet, hang on! I have some tips for creatives, entrepreneurs, anyone who wants to finish the year strong. Guiding the sleigh Even Santa needs a game plan. He’s got the list, he’s checked it twice, […]
As Americans wait to see who will win the presidential election, everyone is on high alert. Many wonder how this will affect their lives or their businesses. One thing I do know is this: No matter what, you have to keep the beat. In drumming and in life, you have […]
When things pile up or just aren’t going right, it’s easy to feel frustrated or angry. Loads of unexpected setbacks happened in a row in the past two weeks, from drum classes being cancelled to repair bills mounting and unemployment dwindling to next to nothing. Welcome to the COVID rollercoaster! […]
Can you believe it’s fall already? There are only three more months left until the end of the year. Are you feeling overwhelmed or indecisive, wondering which way to go or what decisions to make? If so, I have a little story for you, along with some tips, and a […]
Feeling stuck? That’s how many of us feel during this pandemic. It’s like doing the cha-cha: two steps forward and three steps back. If this is where you are, take heart. What you need may not be more marketing or hustling. You may just need to shift your mindset a […]
Does it seem like your business, career, or life is on hold? Things have certainly changed since mid-March of this year. St. Patrick’s Day weekend was the last time I performed live with a cover band and with my church band. Most of my hand drumming classes were on hold […]