Title: Duck-trometer 5000 Medium: SculptureDescription:Based on quack science, this piece features a suspended rubber duck ready to take flight when the base is set in motion. Is it quackery if it succeeds in making you smile? This piece of absurdity … Continue reading Duck-trometer 5000
Originally built as a working prop for Chamber of Commerce presentations, At the Drop of a Hat transforms a giant magician’s hat into a playful self-portrait told through symbolic objects hidden inside. Equal parts enthusiasm, reinvention, and theatrical absurdity, the piece celebrates the idea that work becomes magical when approached with creativity and joy. And for art enthusiasts, yes—there is a tip of the hat to Marcel Duchamp, who famously proved that everyday objects can become art when presented in a new context. Continue reading At the Drop of a Hat: Where Work Becomes Play
What started as attending a single meeting turned into something more—proof that a little enthusiasm, genuine interest, and showing up can lead to unexpected wins (and a pretty great badge). Continue reading I Am a Chamber Champion!
What happens when you tell a room full of Chamber members they can’t leave until 150 cards are made? You discover the power of teamwork, a little friendly pressure, and a classic How to Win Friends and Influence People principle in action. Continue reading Episode: The Night I Challenged a Room Full of Chamber Members to Make 150 Easter Cards
Welcome to Chamber Life Adventures, where networking occasionally involves facing irrational fears. At my first ribbon cutting with the Wylie Chamber of Commerce, I came face-to-face with a car wash—and lived to tell the tale. Armed with a Dale Carnegie principle and a lot of bubbles, I discovered that courage sometimes looks like putting your car in neutral and letting go. Continue reading The Day I Let Go of the Steering Wheel (Literally)
I had two days, zero hat-making experience, and one big idea: build a giant magician’s hat for a chamber meeting. What followed was a slightly chaotic crafting adventure that proved Dale Carnegie was right—dramatic ideas stick.
And apparently, nothing says “remember me” like showing up with a hat that could double as a stage prop. Continue reading The Day I Took Dale Carnegie’s “Dramatize Your Ideas” Literally
Who knew a name badge could carry so much weight? From nervous first meetings to proudly stepping into an Ambassador role, this journey with the Wylie Area Chamber of Commerce reminded me—thanks to Dale Carnegie—that even the smallest details can make a big impact. Also, Miss Macy fully supports this message. Continue reading Name Badges & Big Moments (Featuring Miss Macy, of Course)
What if a family of Marshmallow Peeps were attacked by ants? Continue reading A Very Sticky Situation: Peeps Under Siege
A simple exercise in a Dale Carnegie class unexpectedly sparked a late-night burst of creativity. Determined to deliver a memorable 30-second elevator pitch, I transformed a classroom skit into a wizard-themed marketing experiment—complete with improvised props and a purple hat. The result wasn’t perfect, but it proved that sometimes the best ideas arrive when you’re willing to embrace the absurd and have a little fun. 🧙♂️ Continue reading The Elevator Pitch That Required a Wizard Hat
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