Image created by Google AI. Progress isn’t perfection. It’s presenceWhy? I was with my daughter, surrounded by trees, trails, and laughter up in Upstate New York. And you know what? I don’t regret a second of it.
Here’s the thing—consistency matters, but so does grace. Life isn’t lived in perfect checklists. It’s lived in connection, in choosing what matters in the moment.
So yes, I missed a post. But I didn’t miss the point.
Showing up consistently doesn’t mean never missing. It means choosing to return—with intention, not guilt.
Where can you extend grace to yourself today?
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From Fearful to Fearless:
Every confident speaker once shook in their shoes.
How to Answer “Tricky” Questions
When you stay calm, clarify with repetition, and bridge back to your core ideas, you guide the dialogue rather than chase it. The result? You come across as thoughtful, credible, and persuasive exactly the qualities clients and colleagues remember.
How Humor Can Lighten the Room
A smile can make your design pitch twice as memorable. Humor, when done right, isn’t about being a comedian it’s about being human. A little laughter reminds everyone that design is supposed to bring joy, not stress. So the next time you walk into a presentation, bring your sense of humor along with your fabric swatches. You’ll leave behind not only a beautiful concept but also a positive impression.
Creating Connection: The overlooked power of eye contact
Eye contact is the designer’s secret to presence. It’s what transforms a presentation from mechanical to magnetic. Slides may show your ideas, but your eyes show your confidence and that’s what clients and audiences remember most.
Why Every Designer Should Practice Their Speech
In design, presentation is persuasion. When you practice speaking as much as sketching, you build trust, authority, and excitement around your ideas. A polished pitch can make the difference between a “maybe” and a “let’s do it.” Remember your voice is part of your professional toolkit. Use it well, and let it sell your vision as powerfully as your designs do.
NETWORKING …. WHAT HAPPENS AFTER
Networking is more about follow-up than first impressions.
Sound as Good as You Look
Trade shows can showcase your talent and brand but shouldn’t cost you your voice.
The Designer’s Elevator Pitch:
If you can’t explain your vision in a minute, you’ll lose the moment. In the world of design, opportunities often appear unexpectedly,a quick chat at a showroom, a brief meeting at a networking event, or a chance encounter with a potential...
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Linda, I’m glad for you that you chose family fun over getting another post done. No doubt your weekend time was very rejuvenating. Happy Easter renewal time.
Spending time with your daughter is very important and its what I tell myself about my son and when he want’s something I try to stop what I’m doing so I can really listen to what he is saying to me.
Glenda:
Being with kids old or young takes attention. Every minute is precioua to us both