Amanda Brinkman’s Blog
Lessons learned from the keynote stage
I love that this is a demonstration of a company that is proving it can “Do Well by Doing Good.” Beyond the pitches, there was programming and training – I was just really impressed to see how Lowe’s was supporting these entrepreneurs.
Asking For What You Want Is Daunting
But you should do it. Too often people in the workplace, particularly women, avoid the compensation conversation for fear of alienating their bosses. My advice: be brave. Get in there. Do your due diligence first. Review salary comparables. Build your case. Then get...
The One Where I Learn To Play The Ukulele
When I walked into Quattlebaum Music in Searcy, Arkansas, I had one thought: I want to play one of these beautiful instruments. And much to my delight, owner Greg Geroy was happy to oblige. I’m not about to give Taylor Swift a run for her money but I did learn how to...
Q&A With Leadership Expert Sue Hawkes
Sue Hawkes is one of those people who jumps out of bed and can’t wait to get started each morning. I marvel at her energy and talent. As a bestselling author, award-winning leader, certified business coach, and globally recognized award-winning seminar leader, Sue...
Q&A: Maria Keller of Read Indeed
Maria Keller had a dream in 2009 to collect and distribute one million books by the time she turned 18. Remarkably, she was just eight years old at the time. That birthday has since come and gone and not only has she collected and distributed one million books, she’s...
Meet the mom-preneur behind a powerful innovation in women’s clothing
I had a delightful time visiting with Tammi Relyea, founder of BRA-serie in Danville, CA. Relyea is a mom-preneur on a mission to reinvent the bra strap and build a global company that promotes a positive self-image for women of all ages. In 2017, she launched her...
In Defense Of Daydreaming
I know what it’s like to be super-busy. There’s an adrenaline to it. A satisfaction. But I also believe in spending time at work day-dreaming. Yes, day-dreaming. It may seem like gratuitous non-busy time. But trust me, it’s actually extremely productive. Letting...
Take A Look At My Interview With Inspiring Candle Maker Tina Richardson
I so enjoyed my discussion with Tina Richardson, the proprietor of Hometown Candle Co (formerly Reclaimed Heart) in Arlington, WA. She has one of the most fun jobs I can imagine as a small business owner. She makes beautiful candles, right there in her store. It takes...
Q&A: Nancy Lyons, founder of digital agency Clockwork
Nancy Lyons is a CEO, entrepreneur, and all-around good human. She has made it her life’s work to champion a human-centered approach to business. She’s someone I deeply admire, and I was grateful for our exchange. Q: What led you to start your digital agency...
Take Inspiration From My “Small Talks” Interview With Kevin Diedrich Of Pacific Cocktail Haven
I recently had the pleasure of interviewing Kevin Diedrich, the general manager of the nationally renowned Pacific Cocktail Haven in San Francisco. He didn’t start out in the hospitality industry. He was an IT guy for five years but didn’t like it. So he spent $300 on...
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