Jburns

Blog by Jburns

The Uninvited Party Guest?!?

We’ve all been there. You’re geared up for something special—outfit on point, details dialed, maybe even doing things wildly out of character (hello, pantyhose). The anticipation is half the fun. And then…bam. The scratchy throat arrives, one nostril declares bankruptcy, and suddenly you’re starring...

03/19/2026 01:20 PM - Comment(s)
Scheduling Your Priorities
Setting priorities for 2026 instead of goals. How to focus and stay on track.
01/26/2026 01:27 PM - Comment(s)
Exploring Ways We Connect


As a solopreneur, I often work at the local library—great rent (free!), a short walk from home, and a front-row seat to new research, magazines, and some pretty awesome librarians.


This week, the Kiplinger Retirement Re...

05/27/2025 12:34 PM - Comment(s)
Making Friends as an Adult is Hard
Are you in the market for making some new friends? Explore the challenges and some tips to make new friends.
03/17/2025 11:33 AM - Comment(s)
New Year Visions and Pivoting to Stay on Target
Ways to create a vision for the new year.
01/27/2025 12:38 PM - Comment(s)
Do you have the guts to learn something new?
Learning how to do something new is challenging and rewarding.
11/12/2024 03:19 PM - Comment(s)
Epic Fails – When was your last one? 
Owning our epic fails means we are human.
09/30/2024 09:51 AM - Comment(s)
August – the Not “Special” Month
August is a month of transitions...how are you handling it?
08/30/2024 02:35 PM - Comment(s)
Collaboration Ideas Make an Impact
Acting on your ideas make an impact with those you serve
07/18/2024 11:30 AM - Comment(s)
Finding Belonging 
Share story about finding belonging at summer camp.
07/02/2024 12:18 PM - Comment(s)