Blog - Relationships and Family
Beating Pandemic Fatigue with Gratitude and Resilience – A conversation with Alex Kajitani
Feb 08, 2021Has Pandemic Fatigue hit you yet? For so many of us, the answer is a resounding YES, especially if you have kids or work in education. So, if that’s you and you’re a…
Read MoreVirginia Walden Ford: The True Story of How She Opened the Doors of Educational Opportunity For All
Nov 09, 2020To mark the return of my podcast, The Next 24 Hours, I’m interviewing one of the most influential, inspiring pioneers in the world of education: Virginia Walden Ford. In the 1990s, Virginia was…
Read MoreOnline Learning and Family Quarantine: How Teenagers Are Experiencing the Pandemic
Jul 02, 2020We’ve each had a unique experience during the pandemic. Some of us have lost our jobs, others of us have been busier than ever. Some of us have stayed healthy, others of us…
Read More10 Strategies to Maintain Sanity During Family Quarantine
Apr 08, 2020I’ve always found “change management” to be a funny term. If this COVID-19 pandemic has taught us anything, it’s how little control we have to manage change at all. On a macro level,…
Read MoreThe Life-Changing Power of Great Friendships
Mar 04, 2020In the same way that the “crazy-makers” in your life will pull you down, being friends with healthy, whole people will take your life to the next level. That’s why I wanted to…
Read MoreThe Truth About My Faith
Dec 03, 2019The Holidays are just around the corner, and we’ve all heard that it’s best to avoid discussing politics and religion with family and friends around the table. Steering clear of politics I understand,…
Read MoreThe Opposite of Micromanaging: Your Key to Being a Better Parent and Leader
Aug 19, 2019Are you struggling to help your kids or your employees become more independent? Whether you’re a parent or you lead people in another capacity, your job is not to micromanage—it’s the opposite of…
Read MoreDear Parents Dropping Your Kids Off at College: You Did the Best You Could.
Aug 16, 2019Note: If you’re wondering how to manage having your college student at home, check out this blog. And if you’re an administrator at a university hoping to find virtual or in-person inspiration to…
Read MoreYes, You Have Permission To Cut the Crazymakers Out of Your Life
Aug 02, 2019You could have the most successful career, the most beautiful home, the best clothes and even endless passion for what you do—but here’s a newsflash: If you don’t have good people in your…
Read MoreHow to Be a Supportive Partner And Still Live Your Dream
Feb 13, 2019Wondering how to be a supportive partner? Whether you’re looking for a lifelong relationship or are already in one, here are the best ways I know to keep a relationship strong and thriving….
Read MoreHow to Identify and Deal With Poisonous People
Oct 08, 2018“Don’t let the noise of others’ opinions drown out your own inner voice. And most importantly, have the courage to follow your heart and intuition. They somehow already know what you truly want…
Read MoreHe Does NOT Celebrate Valentine’s Day
Feb 13, 2018Have you ever noticed how some people seem to be celebrating Valentine’s Day every day? They don’t share their love on February 14th only—they are bursting with love year-round for every person they…
Read MoreWhy Every Interview Should Include a Lunch Out
Sep 18, 2017Sometimes, when I’m at the grocery store, I’m amazed to see how many people load their groceries onto the conveyor belt, pay for their food, take their bags, and never once look the…
Read MoreLeadership Life Hack
Sep 13, 2017You may have heard of–or attended–a business training retreat or conference. These can be incredibly useful to learn more about the current business world, new developments in technology or social media and becoming…
Read MoreGuess What I Saw in the Bathroom
Jul 19, 2017I hope you’re having a great summer and enjoying these lazy days. I’ve been trying to spend more time with my family and to see friends as I travel, so I thought that…
Read More90 Days of Summer
Jun 21, 2017Thanks to my partnership with McDonald’s, I now know the perfect term for the time from Memorial Day to Labor Day: the 90 Days of Summer. For those working at the Golden Arches,…
Read MoreMaking every meal a Happy Meal
Jun 05, 2017So I’m not sure how many of you are aware that we at the Curtis Zimmerman Group have been working closely for the past three years with McDonald’s–not only doing live programs, but…
Read MoreFRONT ROW With the Dating Doctor: Online Dating, Love, and the Worst Valentine’s Day Ever
Feb 13, 2017Happy Valentine’s Day! As you prepare for the day of love, I wanted to share this front row interview with the Dating Doctor from a few years back where he shared thoughts on…
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