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 […]
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 […]
Feeling overwhelmed? It’s easy, given the climate we’re in right now. I chose to take a step back over the holiday weekend. My intent was to clear my head and hear more from God. There’s too much noise out there right now. I’m tired of people fighting on Facebook, I’m […]
Could you use some positivity? I think we all could. This year will go down in the history books for sure. Some may consider it “The Year of Fear.” Others, like me, see it as “The Year of Change.” Ripple Effect Many know me as “Dori the Drum Chick.” But […]
How are you holding up? As I write this, many of us are still quarantined. While some states have lifted some restrictions, things are largely still the same. How you deal with change often depends on how you’ve managed change in the past. For example, I remember a layoff that […]
Are you feeling out of sorts? That’s to be expected during these unusual times. Things may not be flowing smoothly and your personal rhythm may have been thrown off. Sit back and grab your favorite beverage. I’m going to share some interesting things that have happened to me during this […]
There is no question that we are in a difficult season. This is especially true for creatives, entrepreneurs, musicians, speakers, and anyone who is part of the “gig economy.” However, remember this: In the Christian faith, today is Good Friday. This is the day that Jesus was crucified and all […]
Being stuck at home due to the Corona virus has forced us to be more resourceful. It has also forced us to slow down, take a breath, and find different ways to do things. If you’re a musician, speaker, teacher, or coach, you totally get this. Now, don’t get me […]
Are you feeling stressed or blessed? Stress can sneak up on you when you least expect it. Before you know it, it gets the better of you and you’re repeating old patterns. That’s when it’s time to stop and re-assess. How did this happen? Just because it’s easy for you […]