Gifted Professionals and Communicators Journal

April 1, 2025
many faces in a crowd
April 1, 2025
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Transformation Myths and Magic

A life so unique it could only belong to you The hype of “this will change your life” seems bogus. Perhaps you can open a door in my mind, but I do not believe anyone or anything “changes a life.” In a world obsessed with transformation, we’re bombarded with promises of life-changing […]
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December 7, 2024
two hearts puzzle pieces
December 7, 2024
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I’ve got a hundred million reasons to walk away

But baby, I just need one good one to stay After 42 years as the first pioneer in association consulting, I had to walk away. In all that time, I discovered there is ONE reason why anyone joins or works for an association and that is the same reason they leave you. […]
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November 10, 2024
broken heart
November 10, 2024
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Grieve, Rest, and Once Again Rise

There is no cure for one of the oldest and most profound human emotions: grief. Just as it is certain you will learn to love, laugh, walk, talk, feed yourself, and develop as a human being, so too is the certainty you will die. Before that happens, you’ll suffer loss so crushing […]
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October 21, 2024
curious and surprised expression woman
October 21, 2024
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When Someone Realizes Your Genius, You Can’t Stop Thinking About Them

Curiosity holds a commanding position in all conversations and literature about communication, professionalism, and exceptionally talented adults. In this community, I’ve noticed how curiosity cuts across all our behaviors. Maybe it’s the glue that answers the question: In what way are professionals, communicators, and gifted adults bonded in deep thinking and extraordinary […]
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September 25, 2020
September 25, 2020
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Fear of Missing Out (FOMO) Can Cost You $500,000

Conventional Wisdom and Better Questions What would happen if you never went to another professional convention? What happens when we choose to eliminate professional conventions from our career paths and networking habits? Do we become boring, lose relevance, and become self-absorbed? Does our Fear of Missing Out (FOMO) push us into bad […]
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