• How Can You Achieve Your Goals? The Power of Tracking and Measuring Progress

    How Can You Achieve Your Goals? The Power of Tracking and Measuring Progress

    Over the last few weeks, we’ve discussed the crucial steps of goal setting: setting clear and concise goals, identifying potential obstacles, and assessing the resources required to reach your objectives. Now, as you embark on your journey toward accomplishing your goals, it’s time to emphasize a fundamental aspect of the process — tracking and measuring…

  • How a Summer Job at Rita’s Shaped the Future of Delco Business Leader Trish McFarland

    How a Summer Job at Rita’s Shaped the Future of Delco Business Leader Trish McFarland

    Trish McFarland, the president of the Delaware County Chamber of Commerce has learned a lot from her humble beginnings at Rita’s Water Ice, writes Ana Welsh for Main Line Tonight.   In 1994, the Philadelphia dessert chain opened in Drexel Hill, and 15-year-old Trish walked into the establishment to find a job opportunity. Her assertiveness…

  • These Delaware County Area Women Earn Rightful Spots on Main Line Today’s Power Women List

    These Delaware County Area Women Earn Rightful Spots on Main Line Today’s Power Women List

    A cadre of formidable Delaware County area women, each a powerhouse in their respective fields and communities, have rightfully earned spots on Main Line Today’s Power Women list.   Dr. Rose Wadenya founded her own pediatric dentistry practice in Havertown, but her roots trace back to Kenya, where she was born and raised, writes Gina Lizzo…

  • Harcum College Welcomes Regine Winifred as New Director of Campus Activities

    Harcum College Welcomes Regine Winifred as New Director of Campus Activities

    Regine Winifred, Harcum College’s newly appointed Director of Campus Activities, stepped into her role on July 20, 2023. Regine completed her Bachelor of Arts in Visual and Digital Arts with a minor in Communications from American International College in 2021 and recently obtained her Master’s in Higher Education Student Affairs Administration from Rosemont College in…

  • Gun Violence in Chester Reduces Dramatically, Officials Credit Partnership for Safe Neighborhoods Program

    Gun Violence in Chester Reduces Dramatically, Officials Credit Partnership for Safe Neighborhoods Program

    Gun violence in Chester reduced significantly, and officials are crediting the Partnership for Safe Neighborhoods Program, according to 6 ABC News.   District Attorney Jack Stollsteimer said that gun violence dropped by 68 percent since the launch of the program three years ago.   The partnership aims to address the root causes of this societal…

  • Ready to Pursue Your Goals? Don’t Skip the Critical Step of Clarifying Your Resources

    Ready to Pursue Your Goals? Don’t Skip the Critical Step of Clarifying Your Resources

    Over the last few weeks, we’ve explored the fundamental principles of goal setting and the strategies needed to propel you toward achieving your ambitions. As we dive into this week’s discussion, our focus shifts toward determining the resources necessary on your path to success. In last week’s article, you learned the importance of getting clear…

  • A Plan for Success: Overcoming Obstacles to Achieve Your Goals

    A Plan for Success: Overcoming Obstacles to Achieve Your Goals

    In last week’s article, we discussed the importance of identifying and understanding the obstacles that stand in the way of your goals. Now, let’s take a closer look at how overcoming obstacles head-on can pave the way for success. Once you’ve gained clarity on the hurdles obstructing your path, the next step is to brainstorm…

  • Unlocking Success: Identifying Obstacles

    Unlocking Success: Identifying Obstacles

    In the pursuit of our goals, it’s crucial to acknowledge both the benefits and challenges that lie ahead. Last week, we discussed the importance of recognizing the benefits of clear goals. Today, let’s delve into the obstacles and hurdles that can stand in our way. Identifying potential obstacles is a critical step toward achieving our…

  • Foundation President Frances Sheehan Receives Athena Award from Delaware County Chamber

    Foundation President Frances Sheehan Receives Athena Award from Delaware County Chamber

    Frances Sheehan, president of The Foundation for Delaware County, has been named the 2023 Athena Leadership Award recipient by the Delaware County Chamber of Commerce. She will be recognized Oct. 4 at the ATHENA Leadership Luncheon Oct. 4 at the Springfield Country Club in Springfield. “Sheehan, a Swarthmore resident, is the first president of Delaware…

  • Unleash Your Inner Drive: The Power of Knowing Your BIG WHY

    Unleash Your Inner Drive: The Power of Knowing Your BIG WHY

    In the pursuit of our dreams and aspirations, setting goals is akin to charting a course for success. But beyond the realm of SMART goal setting, there exists a potent force that propels us forward — a force encapsulated in the simple yet profound question: What is your BIG WHY? A goal is a written…

  • Wilmington University Alumna Selected by President Biden to Serve on National Museum, Library Services Board

    Wilmington University Alumna Selected by President Biden to Serve on National Museum, Library Services Board

    President Biden selected Wilmington University alumna Dr. Annie Norman to serve on the National Museum and Library Services Board. The state librarian of Delaware and director of the Delaware Division of Libraries, Dr. Norman led the establishment of the Delaware Library Catalog, which comprises 74 participating libraries that share 2.5 million items, including e-books and audiobooks. The access to data…

  • Crafting a Successful Future: Mastering SMART Goal Setting to Achieve Your Dreams

    Crafting a Successful Future: Mastering SMART Goal Setting to Achieve Your Dreams

    “Begin with the end in mind.” This timeless principle, popularized by Stephen Covey, holds the key to a successful and fulfilling life. Goals, like guiding stars, illuminate our path and empower us to shape our destinies. The act of goal setting is a deliberate step towards carving out our desired future. In this journey, understanding…

  • Discovering Your Path to Success: Unveiling Your Personal Vision and Purpose 

    Discovering Your Path to Success: Unveiling Your Personal Vision and Purpose 

    Do you ever feel like your true vision and purpose are hiding behind a curtain, waiting to be revealed? Many of us grapple with a sense of hidden potential, a driving force that propels us towards success but remains obscured. A personal vision and purpose are the guiding lights that illuminate your path, representing your…

  • A Weak Company Culture Can Increase Turnover and Tank Productivity

    A Weak Company Culture Can Increase Turnover and Tank Productivity

    A company’s success depends on employees who are engaged and productive, but many businesses are now finding that attracting top talent and retaining key people is incredibly challenging, even when they increase remuneration. As today’s highly competitive job market proves, a strong company culture isn’t just a nice perk. A positive culture can help firms…

  • Free Yourself from the Inbox Trap: Reclaiming Productivity as a Business Leader

    Free Yourself from the Inbox Trap: Reclaiming Productivity as a Business Leader

    Attention, business leaders! It’s time to address a common struggle we all face — the constant influx of e-mails. Relying too heavily on our inboxes can severely hinder productivity and prevent us from focusing on strategic decision-making. Let’s explore how we can break free from this e-mail-centric lifestyle and regain control over our time and…

  • Overcoming the Poverty Mindset: Unlocking Business Success

    Overcoming the Poverty Mindset: Unlocking Business Success

    Success in today’s fast-paced business world is often attributed to a combination of strategy, skills, and mindset. The mindset of leaders and employees significantly affects business growth and development. A poverty mindset, characterized by limited thinking and fear-based decision-making, can hinder progress and limit opportunities for innovation and success. But entrepreneurs can achieve remarkable results…

  • West Chester University President Christopher Fiorentino Set to Retire

    West Chester University President Christopher Fiorentino Set to Retire

    West Chester University President Christopher M. Fiorentino, Ph.D., who leads the largest university within the Pennsylvania State System of Higher Education, has announced to the West Chester University community that he will retire in the summer of 2024. Having led the institution as its 15th president for more than six years and having served the university now for…

  • Unlocking Success: Embracing High-Payoff Activities for Optimal Results

    Unlocking Success: Embracing High-Payoff Activities for Optimal Results

    In the fast-paced world we live in, it’s all too easy to become overwhelmed by an endless stream of tasks, responsibilities, and distractions. The key to success lies in identifying and focusing on the most important high-payoff activities that truly move the needle. By harnessing our time and energy effectively, we can achieve remarkable results…