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I’m Cathy Coloff and I’m happy that you’re here!

Fear not! This is not your typical corner of the internet where lofty gurus dispense sage advice from atop their ivory towers.

 

No, this is a space dedicated to random musings, hard-won lessons, and ideas that aim to inspire. I’m not here to be your guru—far from it! I’m just someone who’s made enough mistakes to have a few funny stories and (hopefully) useful insights to share.

 

Think of this blog as a casual chat over coffee, where we can laugh about the absurdities of life and maybe, just maybe, gain a nugget or two of wisdom along the way.

Insights & Impact

Navigating life and creating a meaningful personal impact

Running From Bears (and Other Things We Pretend Aren’t Catching Us)

I have this mug in VT.  The stick figure, with its arms flailing, legs pumping, running full speed away from a black bear with its caption “Vermont Fast Food!” always […]

Please Stop Talking (A Note to Myself)

I recently heard Jefferson Fisher speak, and I walked away with lots of notes—not the “wow, that was inspiring” kind that sit in a notebook forever, but the kind that […]

Your Mug of Many Uses

This year I went a different route for our IT Radix team holiday gift and gifts to family and friends. What follows is the message that I shared with my […]

Business Banter

The lighter side of business, offering insights and humorous anecdotes about workplace culture, entrepreneurial experiences, and industry trends.

Please Stop Talking (A Note to Myself)

I recently heard Jefferson Fisher speak, and I walked away with lots of notes—not the “wow, that was inspiring” kind that sit in a notebook forever, but the kind that […]

Success is in the Palm of Your Hand

Recently, I got “Jack’d” by Jack Daly. If you’ve never heard him speak, check him out. In his seventies, he is full of non-stop energy and shares some of his […]

KISS and Tell: 3 Life Lessons I Learned from Gene Simmons

Recently I had the opportunity to hear Gene Simmons, legendary KISS co-founder, speak (sadly, not rock) to an audience of successful MSP business owners. Truthfully, I was uncertain what I’d […]

Cathy Chronicles

Life stories, lessons learned

Running From Bears (and Other Things We Pretend Aren’t Catching Us)

I have this mug in VT.  The stick figure, with its arms flailing, legs pumping, running full speed away from a black bear with its caption “Vermont Fast Food!” always […]

Please Stop Talking (A Note to Myself)

I recently heard Jefferson Fisher speak, and I walked away with lots of notes—not the “wow, that was inspiring” kind that sit in a notebook forever, but the kind that […]

It’s National Relaxation Day and a reminder to slow down

August 15th is National Relaxation Day—and honestly, at first, I was thought it was a bit silly but upon reflection, I realized it’s a holiday I really need! My brain […]