Author Archives: Martha Duesterhoft

Life is Hard; It’s Harder if You’re Stupid. Be a Life-Long Learner.

Truer words were never spoken.  Thank you Mr. Wayne! You were oh, so wise! Now, in this context, the definition of stupid is: lacking ordinary …

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How To Create a “Talking Email” in 5 Minutes or Less

Are you tired of sending the same old, hum-drum type of email? Want to “liven” up those email messages? There is an easy solution at your …

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What was that?…Sorry, I was multitasking

Are you a multitasker? I think many of us have claimed that “skill” with pride and worn it as a badge of honor.  However, research has shown …

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What’s the fuss about The Hunger Games?

If you’ve not heard all the buzz about The Hunger Games, it’s safe to assume you’ve been living under a rock! I just saw the movie …

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Not taking vacation? That’s crae-crae!

Crae-crae as in CRAZY! This is top of mind for me because this time of year it’s always a grand idea to get the heck out of rainy, …

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The Monks may be on to something

Have you ever been robbed? Fortunately, I have not but one of my friends, Diane, recently was and as she told me about the experience, she …

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What will be your leadership legacy?

My husband and I got some sad news yesterday. The man who gave my husband his start early in his career, in an industry he’s …

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Super Bowl Sends Dogs a Barking

Yes indeedy – the commercials shown during the Super Bowl are once again the big crowd pleaser in my book! I’m sure each one of …

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BEWARE: “Snowpocalypse” brings out hoarder mentality!

Oh my! This past week in the Seattle area, winter came with a blast of snow. While snow levels varied across the area, I live …

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What? A daily dose of gratefulness?

I’m really busy –  how about you? The holiday season was crazy and now that we are starting a new year, that list of things …

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