Learning about Catering, and Myself!

Last week I was in Las Vegas, attending CaterSource Catering Convention.

I learned so many things about myself, my work, and the people that I am surrounded by. Some good and some bad, but all have helped me to realize more of what I want for my life.

Over the last year I have realized how important it is to take the time to make these realizations. I need to know the my strengths so I can keep them going. I need to know my weaknesses so that I can work them. I also need to know my goals. Even if they are ever-changing goals, I still need to know them. If I am walking through my days just hoping for the best then I never know if I get anywhere.

I have realized that as much as I used to love doing surveys that I have now found them to tedious. I would much rather be part of focus groups and interviews. Not only do they make more money for my time investment, but they also do not take constant attention, whether it be daily or weekly.

Last week also made me realize how much I love to write for my blog, but I just don't feel that I have anything "news worthy" to say on a regular basis. For 4 days I posted on my business blog, www.letstalk-events.com, and I loved it. You can check out the posts and even search them based on who wrote each post (you can even read my writing when you look at Ed & Mark's posts).

I plan to embrace life more and give you a look into the every day life, even if it is not extremely special at any given day. It is still a blessing just to be given another day to enjoy life and health.

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