Time was quickly running out, and I did not want to be late. My all-important public image depended on it. In 60 seconds, I was expected at the hair salon for a color and cut – the same hair salon that charges 50% for late cancellations and cuts clients from their roster for multiple tardies. […]
Some days, I just want someone to tell me I’m doing a great job and everything’s gonna be okay. Then make me lunch with a fruit roll-up and a little post-it love note tucked inside. Basically, I want to be a kid again, with all the hard stuff left up to the grownups. When did […]
When I arrived at college, all bright-eyed and bushy-tailed, I knew two things for sure: I wanted to be a businesswoman, and I would surely find my future husband. (Because that’s the sorta thing an 18-year old Bible Belter dreamt about back then. Spoiler alert: I didn’t). I didn’t become a businesswoman, either. Mostly because […]
After writing for original Wordle creator – thoughts on success. At the ripe old age of 28, I started a mediation business. Having recently earned a Master’s Degree in Conflict + Dispute Resolution from the University of Oregon, I wanted to “get out there” and start helping the world. My idea: help partners communicate better […]
LAUREN E.GONZALEZ 