Cutting the Strings
Ever secretly find yourself wishing there was a support group for people who were addicted to letting other people control your emotions? “Hi. My name is Melissa and sometimes I let others dictate how I feel.” “Hi, Melissa.”…
Brilliant and Inspiring Examples of Core Values
Melissa BoltonI’m a Brand Therapist® providing psychology-based branding, copywriting, and consulting to individuals and micro-businesses in the creative arena. My signature services will help you discover and articulate your most authentic self so you can tell better stories, make meaningful…
This is Me. An Uncommon Self-Awareness Exercise
It’s been said that the unexamined life isn’t worth living. And I believe that to hold so very true. Staying in touch with ourselves is the key to ensuring we’re on the right path. Every now and then, it doesn’t…
Building a Trustworthy Brand: It’s Persona(L)
Who needs a personal brand? Everyone. The good news is, you’re already well on your way. Whether or not you realize it, you’ve already got a personal brand. People have formed perceptions about you and your business based on…
Popularity is overrated
In life and in business, being popular and being liked aren’t always the same thing. Popularity means people are aware of who you are. Likability means you are respected, admired & adored. It’s the difference between being Recognized vs….
How To Stand Out From Competitors When They Have The Same Archetype As You
Originally shared in February 2014, this post was updated in October 2020. So many people, so few archetypes. One of the questions I’m asked most often is: How can I stand out from my competition if we’re in the…
Sisu Is My Jam
What’s sisu, you ask? “Sisu is a Finnish term loosely translated as strength of will, determination, perseverance and acting rationally in the face of adversity. […] The word derives from sisus, which means something inner or interior. However sisu is defined by a long-term…
Quality Companions
Associate yourself with people of good quality, for it is better to be alone than in bad company. -Booker T. Washington Sometimes less is more. And that’s a good thing. Don’t let bad company be a seat filler at…
101 Fabulous Conversation Starters
Try as we might, sometimes it can be hard to connect. I put together this list of conversation starters to help. So, go ahead. Strike up a chat. You never know where it’ll lead… What do you think are…
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