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Truisms

Posted on November 16, 2025 by Patti Fralix

“No matter how good or bad things are, they are never permanent. Nothing stays the same, no matter how much you want it to.” That is why it is so important to live in the present, not grieving for the … Continue reading →

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Communication Basics

Posted on October 26, 2025 by Patti Fralix

I realize that I am old school, and some of my opinions come from that perspective. But old school or not, I think we need a refresher on communication basics. So here goes. 2. Texts also require a response, and … Continue reading →

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Be Consistent, Determined, and Work For It!

Posted on October 2, 2025 by Patti Fralix

Mel Robbins is a phenomenal success. Her book, Let Them, and her podcasts are immensely popular. I have read her book, and found it to be one of the best self help/business books that I have read. I am definitely … Continue reading →

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Customer Service Matters

Posted on September 19, 2025 by Patti Fralix

I am amazed at some shop staff and owners who do not provide an expected level of customer service. I am also amazed at those who do. I have been speaking, consulting, and coaching on Customer Service and related topics … Continue reading →

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Part Two of My Car Experiences

Posted on September 11, 2025 by Patti Fralix

This story continues where last week’s blog ended. Mike and I were in a completely dead loaner Honda on the side of the road near Williamsburg, Va. Our car expert, Josh, was determining how to solve this problem from his … Continue reading →

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An Amazing Week

Posted on September 7, 2025 by Patti Fralix

In my last published blog, I discussed how we still have time to accomplish our goals in 2025. But that is only true if we set goals! I mentioned that if we set and accomplish just one goal a week, … Continue reading →

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Goodbye to Summer

Posted on August 31, 2025 by Patti Fralix

It is hard to believe that summer has come and gone. Although summer technically ends on September 22nd, Labor Day marks the unofficial end to summer. Where did it go? I know it is because of my age that time … Continue reading →

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Focusing on What I Can Control

Posted on July 25, 2025 by Patti Fralix

I saw a commercial recently in which the comment was made, “Focus on what you can control; everything else is just noise.” I think it was an ad for Truist. And it is so true! I have thought a lot … Continue reading →

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2025 is Half Over!

Posted on June 30, 2025 by Patti Fralix

Hard as it is to believe, this year is half over. Technically, it is half over tomorrow, but that is close enough for us to discuss it! I do not know about you, but I am amazed at how time … Continue reading →

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Time Is Finite

Posted on March 29, 2025 by Patti Fralix

Just like some of you, I have some family and friends who are dealing with health issues. I am grateful that I am healthy overall, and I do not take that for granted. So, I made myself walk two-and-a-half miles … Continue reading →

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