by Liz Guthridge | Jul 17, 2017 | Blog
Must read. Must watch. That describes my sentiments about the work of these two best-selling authors: Susan Cain of Quiet and Dr. Adam Grant of Give and Take and Originals. Both also write thought-provoking, content rich newsletters, respectively the Quiet Revolution...
by Liz Guthridge | Dec 13, 2016 | Blog
Want to encourage someone to do something? You’ve got to figure out the best way and time to influence them. It also helps to be empathetic and vulnerable, as well as make it easy for them to take action. And if it’s been a while since you connected with them,...
by Liz Guthridge | Dec 5, 2016 | Blog
My losing essay for the Woman’s Christian Temperance Union (WCTU) long ago advocated the benefits of all things in moderation. Self-control — but not abstinence – was essential for drinking wine and beer, as well as caffeine, soda, and milk. Not surprisingly,...
by Liz Guthridge | Aug 16, 2016 | Blog
Don’t blame it on the youth. We adults – especially those in powerful positions ─ are guilty too. Even though we’re born with the ability to understand and share others’ emotions, we don’t always practice empathy. Worse, some of us point fingers at others, especially...
by Liz Guthridge | Dec 8, 2015 | Blog
When my friend Connie lived on West 77th Street near Central Park West in New York City years ago, she threw one party a year. Like clockwork, the party was always on the Wednesday evening before Thanksgiving in her tiny 10th floor apartment, and well worth...