In 2013, while instructing a college course on graphic design software, I had a lightening bolt, an ‘aha’. Standing up front of the class, exhausted from being up late updating curriculum that was multiple software versions out-of-date, I realized that what I truly wanted to be doing in that moment was to teach those young […]
Read MoreThe Shift
During the end of 2017, Elevate5 had been on the happy track of growth and had been for approximately 18 months when we realized a ‘SHIFT’ was coming. We had grown to a point of major decision, and none of the expected answers were fitting the need at the time. We realized in this space, […]
Read MoreJournaling that Does Not Suck
JOURNALING. Such a loaded word for so many. They’ve tried it. Quit it. Gone back to it. Loved it. Hated it. Had their kid do it. We think this is because it seems folks are tempted (and even trained) to use journaling as a means of recording their day. But, really, WHY? For what outcome? […]
Read MoreHijacked
Have you ever been heading along your quiet way and been completely thrown off course? No, I’m not talking about the time (like, yesterday) that your day was hijacked by a rush job or sick child or a trip to the vet… what about something bigger? Like a complete hijacking of your LIFE? Ever had […]
Read MoreA Little Failure and a Whole Lotta Faith
This photo captures one of my very favorite memories… Four years ago, my kiddos celebrated my Master’s Degree with me. And it’s timely… Teacher appreciation and Mother’s Day are both tucked neatly into this month. And it’s important. Because, in my early years, school was a struggle for me. Big time. All the time. Learning all. the. […]
Read MoreHow to Promote the Launch of your New Website
It’s official. Your new website is finally happening. A weight has been lifted off your shoulders and you’re excited to see what the Elevate5 team creates for you! In the meantime, it’s key to prime your social media accounts for the launch of your new site! Each week leading up to your launch we are […]
Read MoreThe First Forty
Today I’m celebrating my first 40! WHEW. And today I celebrate some other new things that are happening… #showingup Those of you with me in recent years know that being authentic is a major part of who I am and where I’m headed… both in business and life. While I’m good at this when I’m […]
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