RYDER AND NICOLE ERICKSON
Losing Gracefully
Growing up, you likely gave appreciative high-fives to your opponents, even when you lost the big basketball game. Or, you respectfully shook the other contenders' hands, even when you lost the debate. But, what does it look like to lose as an adult? Since we can’t...
Finding Gratitude for Things Big and Small
Amazing events are happening all around us. The plants are growing, babies are being born, and new connections are being created. While we might pay attention to those big moments: graduations, weddings, births—we don’t always reflect on the day-to-day miracles....
Sensational Summertime Workouts
When the winter wind is blowing, it’s easy to make excuses to stay inside. And while there are plenty of wonderful ways to exercise indoors, getting sunshine and fresh air while you sweat is the perfect change of pace. So, when the sun peeks out and the snow melts...
Keeping Your Kids Healthy & Well
Parenting is tough. And it’s easy to get caught up in the details of “Is my son far enough along in his reading skills?” “Is my daughter on track in math?” The questions are endless and can keep you up at night. While it’s important for you to be aware of...
How to Keep Your Goals Top of Mind
Have you ever set out on a hike with the goal of getting to the top to see the sunrise? If you spend too much time taking snack breaks or snapping pictures along the way, you’ll miss the chance to witness the sun first peaking over the mountains. While the breaks...
Let Your Kids Get Bored
Summer is right around the corner. If you have kids, you’ve likely started thinking about various camps and activities to keep them busy not bored. But before you start filling up the schedule, we encourage you to pause and consider how much planning (and money and...
Putting Family First
With so many obligations pulling us in multiple directions, it can be tough to keep family at the forefront. But creating a life you love, for the ones you love, is likely the reason behind a lot of the hard work you’re putting in. Ensure your family knows they’re...
Sharpening Your Soft Skills
Many of us went to school or took courses to develop a particular skillset. While competence in specific trades is helpful for certain jobs, soft skills are beneficial no matter what path you end up taking in life. We're here to highlight the value of soft skills...
Maslow’s Hierarchy as a Blueprint
We’ve all heard the phrase “love is all you need.” But is it really that simple? In order to thrive in both business and in life, we argue that it takes more than just love. We also need to feel safe, heard, supported, respected, and valued. We turn to Maslow’s...
Smart Office
Outfitting Your Workspace for Success Even if we have the best intentions, inefficient technology and outdated systems can hold back our productivity. When you're excited about starting a new business or tackling a new project, first take a moment to create...
