An Invaluable Experience: A Reflection on the Impact of Internships
Internships have become a rite of passage for many young professionals, offering them a bridge between academic studies and the real...
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Christi Pilutik
Jun 14, 20233 min read
Alcohol in Construction: Is it Time to Rethink the Drink?
As I have shared before, I am a third-generation construction professional. When my dad was in the industry, grabbing a beer after work...
Christi Pilutik
Dec 30, 20222 min read
Let's Get Real About Your Goals
This is probably not the first email you have seen about setting goals for 2023. It isn't even the first post that I have done on the...
Christi Pilutik
Dec 25, 20221 min read
This is my favorite week to work...
I know, I know, that sounds ridiculous, but let me explain... The office is quiet, the projects for the year are done, and the new year...
Christi Pilutik
Dec 1, 20224 min read
The best gift to give yourself
Whether you are working on your own mental health, supporting those around you, or leading an organization, there is work that...
Christi Pilutik
Nov 28, 20222 min read
What's better: real or fake Christmas trees?
For years my family and I have had a tradition to scout out a real Christmas tree. We often visit a local tree farm (we do live in...
Christi Pilutik
Nov 22, 20223 min read
How to Make Intentional Memories
Twenty-five years ago my parents came back from a trip to Cabo San Lucas announcing that they had purchased a timeshare. They had taken...
Christi Pilutik
Nov 3, 20223 min read
Can a positive work culture exist in construction?
Yes. Yes it can and it does. Unfortunately, that is not the experience most people have in the construction industry. In 2004, I was a...
Christi Pilutik
Oct 24, 20222 min read
Do puppy kisses make you smile?
How many times have you heard someone say, "if you do what you love, you will never work a day in your life"? How great does that sound?...
Catherine Toney
Sep 6, 20222 min read
Happy Anniversary!
Another morning, another cup of good coffee. Have I mentioned that we get a monthly coffee delivery from Blue Star Coffee in Twisp, WA? ...
Christi Pilutik
Aug 1, 20223 min read
Stuck in a room with your competition
Close your eyes... oh wait, you need them to read, scratch that... OK, imagine you are in a room... with all your competitors. The 60...
Christi Pilutik
Jun 29, 20223 min read
Tiramisu for breakfast?
Do you ever struggle with fully checking out? No, I'm not talking about checking out your attractive bartender without getting caught,...
Catherine Toney
Jun 13, 20222 min read
I'm out!
Ciao! I received a fantastic out of office auto-reply to an email last week: I am currently in the United Kingdom, walking the streets of...
Catherine Toney
Jun 6, 20222 min read
Wave Your Rainbow Flag!
Happy Pride Month! June is all about celebrating the LGBTQ+ (lesbian, gay, bisexual, transsexual, queer, and plus) community! June has...
Catherine Toney
May 23, 20222 min read
You Are Enough
At some point or another, we all struggle with the fear that we aren't enough. So, this week's blog post is your (not so) gentle...
Catherine Toney
Apr 4, 20224 min read
Mental Health is Still Important!
Remember March 2020? When the management at your company first told you that you'd begin working from home, effective immediately? The...
Christi Pilutik
Jan 3, 20222 min read
K.I.S.S.
As we all turn the preverbal calendar page to a new year many of us find ourselves setting resolutions and goals for 2022. At least that...
Christi Pilutik
Nov 22, 20212 min read
Jumping into the deep end
A little over a year ago, in the middle of a pandemic, I jumped into the deep end and started a consulting business. I knew that I had...
Christi Pilutik
Aug 25, 20211 min read
It has been a while...
Well... it has certainly been a while since I have posted... it has been a busy summer! Finding balance isn't always easy and I have...
Christi Pilutik
Jun 10, 20212 min read
I love my birthday
I love my birthday! Your office may have your own traditions, but it is important to remember that not everyone celebrates birthdays.
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