Kristen, You are a truly eloquent woman. I shall print this out, and use it as my Top 10 list for living in the present, and creating my future. I really appreciate your open and guiding nature.

Howard - hope to catch this in the coming months. Unforseen conflict this am.

Hi Karrie - Please keep me in the loop for the next round of Powerhouse Packages!

This would be a great topic to host an event around (hint, hint).

Brilliant post. The 3rd success story has really hit home for me - collaboration is key to growing - whether a strong or weak economy. Keep the information coming!

Joann - You hit the nail on the head. I have always valued the importance of a hand written note. My mum instilled the importance of this deliberate, thought out duty long ago.

I always thank a client, vendor or new contact via hand written note. I want them to know that their time, connection, business or wisdom was greatly appreciated. It's all about the relationship!

Mark - thank you for being real & forthcoming. I ask for feedback from every client, though in the past - it has been once the event & planning is over, and in written form with the Thank You note I send them. Presently, I've been incorporating more of a continual feedback loop while in the process. It has eliminated much confusion, and really clarifies my own role with each interaction. Increasing the dialogue as we go along, has made clients & vendors much more comfortable to give feedback, good & bad.

Debbie, This sounds like a fantastic event. I do hope you offer it another time this Summer!

Howard - I'm unable to make the lunch today - looking forward to meeting you soon. Hope to make another of your popular events!

Christi - so sorry to cancel at the last moment, but a mini crisis has reared it's head! Please have another of these lunch events soon - they are great for this industry.

Stacy - brilliant post. I really gravitate toward 'The Big Brain Dump', so perfectly worded, and seems to do the trick each & every time!

Sorry to miss this Valerie (love their fish tacos!) - have a rescheduled site visit.

This is perfect timing - I look forward to meeting you all!

LOVE your print ads - Uncle Fred is a classic!