How is it possible that my baby girl will be 25 years old tomorrow? I know you know this, but I just have to type it: THAT’S A QUARTER...

At the heart of our organization, our Core Values form the acronym GROWTH: G et It Done R espect Everyone O wn The Outcome W ork Hard,...

The sandy trails of Torrey Pines Pulled me in The sandy scratching of my shoes Causing me to notice the pine straw and yuca Forgetting...

October is one of my favorite months. We get a taste of fall with unexpected chilly mornings and I start wearing flannel (and stop...

When booking a flight for a recent business trip, I realized I would be about 90 minutes away from where a college friend and his family...

On a recent trip to northern Michigan, I was in business mode when a local asked if I was planning to visit Mackinac Island. I had no...

When I saw the first “Inside Out” movie, I remember laughing hard when Anger caused Riley, the main character, to yell at her mom, as it...

Traveling is such a privilege and I’m regularly reminded of the magic of flying: that a huge machine can take off and stay in the air for...

Change is inevitable. It is the one constant in life that we can always rely on. Embracing change is not always easy, but it is essential...

In a world filled with distractions and demands, it can be easy to lose sight of who we truly are and what we are capable of achieving....

In the realm of personal and professional development, mastering the art of influence is a crucial skill that can propel individuals...

Have you ever been in a room full of big personalities during a brainstorming session? It can be exhilarating to witness, inspiring, or a...

A business friend and I get together every month or so to talk shop. As I drove to our usual meeting spot, I noticed that my attitude...

As a freshman in college, I joined the line with all the other students, signing up for a Pell Grant and other financial aid options...

I love fall and especially a crisp and colorful October. In Nashville, TN where I live, we are fortunate to experience each season for...

You know how when you do things over and over again – like driving to the grocery store or collecting the mail – you don’t remember parts...

In a recent business meeting we were asked to reflect on lessons we learned early in our careers, but with a bit of a twist: What did you...

Thanks to a couple of team member’s ideas, we recently held a “yoga in the park” event and met for a volunteer activity at a local lake...

At a recent board meeting of a not-for-profit, we discussed privilege, luck and fortune. I was reminded of a video I’ve seen where the...

Are you a “definitely dog” person but cats are not allowed? Beef YES but beets NO? At ISTS, one of our Core Values is Respect Everyone....