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 […]
Are you good at waiting? Although things are slowly opening up after months of quarantine, many of us are still waiting. Waiting for our businesses to pick up, waiting until it’s safe to gather in groups, waiting to resume some sense of normalcy. Like Tom Petty says, “Waiting is the hardest […]
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 the love? It can be really hard to find people who support you, root for you, or follow you. It could be because they’re too wrapped up in their own lives, businesses, or careers or…they just don’t get you. Marching to the beat of a different drum […]
Are you holding back? Maybe you’ve been told to “dial it back” or “stay inside the lines.” I sure have! Sometimes it was direct and other times, it was a subtle look or comment. Unfortunately, if you hear that message often enough, it settles into your spirit and becomes part […]
Whether you’re an entrepreneur, a creative, or a musician, success is often all about timing. I’ve had many ideas that I thought were great and so I pushed them forward, only discover that my timing was off. What I’ve discovered is that faster isn’t always better. As any drummer or […]
What’s your year-end strategy? Are you kicking back or cranking it up? It all depends what your goals were for this year. Did you set goals or choose a word of the year in 2019? If so, how did you do? Choosing priorities There are only six weeks left until […]
Whether you’re just starting out or you’ve been at this for awhile, there comes a time when you know it’s time to expand your business, career, ministry – or vision. Growing pains One way I know it’s time for a change is when I start to get restless and antsy. […]
What does freedom mean to you? For many entrepreneurs, creatives, and musicians, it means succeeding on your own terms. In order to do that, you need to really get clear and find your personal rhythm. That will unlock the door. As I tell my private and group drumming students, listening […]