Take the first step toward becoming a more confident communicator and stronger leader. Join a free Dale Carnegie Course Preview in Dallas and experience timeless principles that can help you succeed at work and in everyday life. Continue reading Free Dale Carnegie Course Preview in Dallas – You’re Invited
What started as a casual conversation at a Plano Chamber ribbon cutting somehow ended with me wearing a Slinky around my neck, hiding behind a cardboard garage door, and helping a fellow Chamber member deliver her elevator pitch. 🚪🎭
Sometimes the best networking opportunities begin with simply saying yes.
This behind-the-scenes story is about creativity, friendship, the Plano Chamber community, and why Dale Carnegie still influences the way I approach every opportunity. Continue reading When a Casual Conversation Turned Me Into a Garage Door Spring
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
After years of handling pests myself (including an over-the-top garage pesticide incident), I finally decided to leave it to the experts. I quickly realized Home Run Pest & Termite Control are professionals that are in a league of their own.
With immediate results and zero effort on my part, I found peace of mind and learned that life is too short to live with freeloading bugs. Continue reading Dust the Outside of My House? I Don’t Even Dust the Inside!
Title: Miss Macy Dons Paper Hole Punch Couture
Artist: Denise Holguin
Materials: Hole punched paper, wire
Artist Statement: Progress on this artwork felt like a drop in the ocean. Insurmountable. Over-whelming. Never-ending. But just as in life, every “dot” of effort counts toward the final goal. Continue reading Miss Macy Dons Paper Hole Punch Couture
As many of you know, I’m a member of the Visual Art League of Lewisville. When I joined roughly 3 years ago I was a complete stranger yet I was quickly welcomed into the group. It took me decades to finally find “my people.”
Diane Wright, the President at the time, quickly recruited me to volunteer. Jerry McKay (JAM), the treasurer and part of the welcome wagon, explained the process of submitting art. This got me on the fast track to actively participate. Continue reading North Texas Giving Day – Visual Art League of Lewisville
I heard a classmate, Janice, wanting to push herself to be freer with her painting. I looked at her calmly and said, “do you want to try something new?” Continue reading Off-Roading Adventure at the Spiritual Artist Retreat led by Chris Miller
It’s a mad world when my art is scattered around the metroplex in various art exhibits. I am grateful to have these opportunities that have all originated from a decision to join the Visual Art League of Lewisville (VAL). By attending VAL meetings, I met guest speaker, Justine Wollaston Scott, who organizes art exhibits at the Pilot Point Coffee House (among her many talents!)
A selection of my art is on display in Justine’s latest exhibit, “Autumn’s Palette” at the Pilot Point Coffee House, starting September 29th – mid-November. Continue reading Pilot Point Coffee House Art Exhibition: I have a duck, doll legs and a dog on display!
This post marks the conclusion of An Interview with Artists! I went off the rails with my final question and I am glad I did.
I have also decided this question is a good litmus test to use when I meet new people. Haha. Continue reading An interview with artists. Part 3 of 3
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