by chellie | Feb 9, 2026 | Leadership & Culture, personal growth
There’s a line from an old 80s song that says, “I can’t drive 55.”Back then, it felt rebellious. Limiting. Like something was being taken away. Turns out, 55 isn’t a limit at all. This year, I turn 55—and I can say this with clarity and confidence: I like who I am...
by chellie | Nov 19, 2025 | Leadership & Culture
There are moments in life that sneak up and teach you something when you least expect it.Mine just happened over a lunch plate of spaghetti. Yes… spaghetti. I was out with friends at a local Italian restaurant, ready for a comforting, classic plate of pasta. I scanned...
by cfcadmin | Jul 12, 2025 | Career, Corporate Culture, leadership, personal growth, Professional Development, workplace culture
This morning, something unusual happened. As I walked along the beach, a crane appeared beside me. No flapping. No noise. Just calm, deliberate steps matching my pace stride for stride. At first, I smiled at the serenity of the moment. But the longer it walked with...
by chellie | Jan 28, 2025 | empowering women, leadership, personal growth, Professional Development
On January 28, 1986, as a 14-year-old 10th grader, I sat in my high school classroom watching what should have been a moment of triumph: the launch of the Challenger space shuttle. Like millions of Americans, I was captivated by the excitement surrounding the mission....
by chellie | Nov 26, 2024 | Corporate Culture, leadership, workplace culture
Thanksgiving week is here, and with it comes an opportunity to reflect on gratitude. But let’s be honest—this isn’t just about turkey, football, and family traditions. It’s about pausing long enough to appreciate the people and moments that shape our lives. For...
