I had finally decided and committed to my goal of traveling to Asia. I wanted it to be at least 2 weeks in length and happen within the next 18 months. The problem was, I had just returned from a twelve month trip around the world where my company graciously allowed me to work remotely. … Continue reading How I pulled it off – From desk to Bali beach in 5 days
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Even after 34 countries, Why Traveling to Asia was so Important to Me
I had just gotten back from a twelve month, 28 country trip around the world and yet I felt like I was missing something. I had the opportunity of a lifetime and had just completed a huge goal of mine but within weeks of being back into the daily life in the US, I was … Continue reading Even after 34 countries, Why Traveling to Asia was so Important to Me
52 Weeks, 52 Blogs
One of my 2019 goals that is one of the more important to me, is to write more. I am proud that I started this blog when I was traveling and that to date, I have written 45 blog posts. It has allowed me to catalogue and reflect on many of the great memories I … Continue reading 52 Weeks, 52 Blogs
Interview: How Technology Fueled Brian Kreutz’s Remote Year
An interview I did with the team at technology company, Workfront
How I’ll forever be tied to Jimmy Kimmell
Many of you saw Jimmy Kimmel's video of the him talking about the birth of his new son, Billy, and the difficulty he had to start his life. Billy was born with a heart defect and needed open-heart surgery immediately after he was born. After about a week in the hospital, Billy is now healthy and … Continue reading How I’ll forever be tied to Jimmy Kimmell
So you’d like to work remotely
Many, if not most, people believe they get more work done when they work from home. They cite less distractions as the main reason. I certainly agree with this context as my recent switch to working remotely has certainly increased my productivity. More and more employers are allowing their employees to work remotely a few … Continue reading So you’d like to work remotely
Your dreams aren’t are far away as they seem
Everyone wants to plan a big, exciting trip – to travel, to visit friends, to seek out nature or to just get away. We all start the new year hoping to take the vacation we've always dreamed of. The problem is, it is a dream for a reason – we haven't thought about the execution … Continue reading Your dreams aren’t are far away as they seem
Its all about the perspective and context
Perspective and context and two things that are not taken into account in business as much as I think is necessary. They are two key things that, when left out, drastically alter the understanding of something. Whether it be a proposal for a client, hiring a new employee or rolling out a new process, perspective … Continue reading Its all about the perspective and context
The Challenges of Work/Office Balance
Just like anything, there are pros and cons to open work environments. On the positive side, it allows free-flowing interaction between you and your coworkers. On the negative side, it can be very hard to focus and interruptions are common. The latter part is what I am struggling with now but I do enjoy and … Continue reading The Challenges of Work/Office Balance
Fresh Herbs
"Spring will be here soon, New beginnings and new goals, Plant seeds, watch them grow" The flowers are starting to bloom here in Charleston. Spring is a time for new beginnings and growth and I want to do something new this year. I've been cooking for a log time but I have never thought of growing my … Continue reading Fresh Herbs
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