Web of Allies

Snowy provides a certain layer of warmth. With knowledge of the almost impassable roads and the encouragement to stay in comfy layers, there is an internal glow in winter not necessary in summer. I used to dislike the winter completely. Although I'm still not a fan, as I make deadline after deadline, listen to Pandora and dig in to amazing projects I'm working on with incredible new partners, I have to be grateful for this time of year. This time when I know most won't come knocking unless it's to wish warm greetings. I'm free to work, create and cuddle my girls without "things to do." It's my well deserved lunch break right now and thankfully the bag of Cheetos on my desk is gone. I'd rather kick back, write a little and savor today. I hope all of those I love traverse safely, get to their warm homes and places of business. I'm thankful for the opportunity to work on my computer, in my office, near a bag of peanuts and a protein shake that

I spend a lot of time with new and aspiring business owners and I think it's ti to start sharing some of my experiences. This past weekend, for example, I got to work on a new business concept called Cash Age . It was part of Startup Weekend , where I have met many bright minds overflowing with talent. Cash Age is a work in progress, but as it's content driven for now, it shouldn't be hard to keep up on. It was a fun project proposed by another individual, Gil but taken over by my small team when he couldn't stay the weekend. Cash Age is an entrepreneurial program that enables kids of any age to make extra money, network their abilities in their community and link in to advanced tools and resources. With Cash Age, an end user can study different opportunities in affiliate sales, traditional neighborhood chores and advanced programs like how to make money with a timeshare. The team that built Cash Age came together at Startup Weekend, a global phenomena that brings

Imagine you are driving down a long, flat road. It has a steep hill in the distance and nothing but the past stretching far behind you. Maybe there is someone with you, perhaps you have only the conversation in your head to keep you company. No matter - your cruising along, wind running up your forearm, angled perfectly to hit your face. The sun is warm and the cruise control has you covered - your biggest problem is a slight boredom. With the radio up to keep your mind at bay (take note for future reference), you don't hear the slight whimper coming from your car. The picture of what you've left behind or what compels you forward is perfectly covering your emergency warning light. With not a car in sight for hours, your feeling of freedom is waiting for the moment about to come, your senses heighten and you mistake precognition for a rush of energy. But no, reality is a winner and it makes no mistake in taking you out at the height of your feeling. Shot down, the car is no l

It's odd when someone passes on. This past week, I learned that 'Uncle Brian' has died. I'm not sure why I call him that, he isn't my uncle and although he is the Uncle of a family I have been close to over the years, it's not typical of me to offer such terms of endearment to people that are not blood related. I am, after all, a Mason and a Gron. Two powerful families on opposite ends of the spectrum though united in intensity and purpose. And this is similar to how Brian was when I knew him. One of my favorite stories was about the opening of his Mexican restaurant in California. In a rough neighborhood littered with vandals and bullets, Brian decided to open his business. As an incredible cook, he knew he'd be able to win over customers so long as he could keep the violence at bay. He worked on his place, dealt with the incidents he'd expected and one day, decided to go to the parking lot and show the neighbors he meant real business. With a racin

"It wasn't that bad" said the girl in grey. A friend of hers was asking after a recommendation for a restaurant and this was the review. I chuckled for a second and then got moderately annoyed. Since when has "not that bad" been acceptable? Fast forward a few days when I'm talking about business to someone trying to figure out some "good" last minute promotions. But good isn't good enough. Seems that society has gotten lazy. Applebee's (sorry) just aren't that good. Neither are all of the other many Chili's, IHOP's and similar food chains across the country. To have standard food products across the country, you have to have standard foods - which means distribution trucks, frozen foods and heavy costs on the environment and health care. So why do people do it? It's not that good, but it's easy and you don't have to think. Small, local restaurants are lovely and have products delivered (usually) from local ven

Nathan Hull of Phoenix, AZ has been selected as the likely candidate for co-founder of iJar. With extensive business relations equating to eleven years history with iJar founder Jennifer Mason, negotiations are anticipated to move quickly. IJar is buzzing in preparation for the Utah launch and the upcoming UAPSF SummX convention for education foundations and this (next?) week. On Wednesday, the newly named company added even more energy to its sustainable funding program with a potential co-founder, Nathan Hull of Phoenix, Az.  “I’m working on multi-million dollar projects for multi-billion dollar companies but it’s never going to make me truly wealthy. Wealth in terms of perceived value or contribution to customers on a personal level.     I want to work on a project that will have an impact.” And an impact is exactly what iJar has been poised to make. Education has long been a problem within the US and around the globe. Funding deficiencies cause a variety of issues from s

or My Education Funding Business Ureka! It's taken a lot of work to figure out the process flow, market potential, contacts, programming and more but it has all come together - with the final piece being a great name and brand. I love the name iJar and the feeling that I had little to do with it's popping into my head. Much like when you get told about automatic writing or other feats of the faithful, it feels good, best even, to not be wholly responsible for the creation of something so much more important than your role. Let me digress a bit. iJar is an evolution of the education funding business I've been working on. Let's say that it started at a time when I was completely open to influence. Asking for guidance from those I'd only dare to have observed in the past, I also spent time having conversations with birds and staring at blank canvas. I wrote more than I painted when my hand finally started moving and soon I moved to my notepad. I'd been livin

or Consistent Dedication It's gorgeous outside, good things happened since before I was awoke at 5:30 and my family is on my mind. They are consistently dedicated to their works - and in that I don't mean "job", I mean their works as relative to what they believe in and peruse in this world. If you know me, you've heard this before, but today, I was thinking that consistent dedication - like what I see in my entire family - causes a lot of days in life where it feels lake all your doing is finding money in your pocket, being blessed or feeling accomplished. It takes a lot to stay dedicated. Just this past week, I had to take some much needed time off. After a strong roll in which much was done, I ran out of energy. I don't mean I got tired, I could do no more for a minute. So, I didn't.  When finished resting, I fully thought there would need to be effort made to build new momentum and "get in" to the day. 'Twas not true. Working hard,

Those who know me  may know I'm a huge fan of Rob Brenzy. The always enlightening Free Will Astrology site has been a part of my week on and off for over thirteen years now. With his idea that the world is conspiring to shower me with blessings, I dove into a mind transforming book of his when I was twenty one. With that in mind, I'd like to make quick mention of living with the conscious intention of becoming your truest, most incredible self without fear. I hate to even type the word 'fear' so I'll avoid it for the rest of this post. I will, however, pay a lot of attention to the thought of those around me becoming their truest self. It would be amazing, really. It's as though some are still hiding from 'they' that would not want them to really be (Not sure who 'they' are, but their work is impressive:). Some start forgetting until they feel that the super hero self they knew as a kid was a fantasy. Like Santa Claus or the Easter Bunny. With

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This is one of those posts I should write all of the time. Copy, paste and edit with the latest examples when I think of it in my own life I suppose. But I digress. The scarcity mentality is something that holds back anyone that engages in it - a great hero, a hard worker, a good person - all succumb to this trap if they don't make the choice to live consciously or if they slip out of conscious living. I know because I've been there. Over and over, I've been there - then I snap out of it and life gets good, better, real good and then I feel like I do when my chest tightens from sheer joy, choking even my laughter and giggles with a feeling so bright and divine. Like after you walk away from your first kiss. Land your first true to life success.   That feeling is the opposite of what we are talking about here (at first). Scarcity mentality  is the idea that there is not or may not be enough. Enough for you, enough for them, enough for the other creatures. It's may

I've missed a few days of posting, life has been so busy. With so much going on, I though I'd just put a few lines about what is going on. Headed to the Franchise Expo South in Miami. I'll be working with businesses and individuals, writing stories and looking for new opportunities for myself and those I work with. Have a story? Send it to me and I will try to include it. Here is a preview: Franchise Expo South Dr. Liu's site is being updated constantly. Check out the new How to videos on this incredible acupuncture software . Good Day Catering had an awesome December and is gearing up for the new bridal season. Check out menu updates on their Salt Lake City catering website. I need some brunch, but I'll be back with more. In addition to work, some very positive things are happening and I'd love to write them out. For now, the stomach says "No."

7:25 am and I've been at it for an hour and just over a half on New Year's day. It's nice, dark and quiet. I love to sit and write, but typing will work for now. It's 2013 and a year I wasn't sure I'd make it to. Not just for the calendar's 'End of Time' sake, but living in Earthquake zone, travelling, being the nut I am... It's dangerous out there! I plan to live 2013 to the fullest. To all my family and friends cringing right now - I don't mean that in a party-it-up kinda way, but rather a do-what-I-know-I'm-capable-of kinda way. I'm on the path already and my step is getting lighter - I'm truly elevated by those around me. I'm content, fulfilled in my purpose and grateful for the incredibly blessed life that I have. I've had to work hard, stay persistant and make a lot of tough choices I would have never guessed I was capable of making but I'm so here now . 2013 is going to be one for the history books. In jus