Have you ever opened so many browser tabs while researching a business tool that you couldn’t even see the titles anymore? I recently found myself doing exactly that. Ironically, the more research I did, the harder the decision became. In this month’s issue of UpFront & Center, I share a simple strategy that helped me break… Continue reading Two, Not Three!
What’s in a name?
To this day, when someone hears my name — Jolene — they almost always start singing that Dolly Parton song. Ha! And while I don’t exactly love having my name forever linked to a redheaded hussy, I get it. I really do. There’s something irresistible about singing a stranger’s name at them like it’s karaoke night. If your name… Continue reading What’s in a name?
Hello!
UpFront & Center launched February 20, 2026. Each month, this newsletter shares small, practical improvements that quietly strengthen how things run—both in business and in everyday life. These are details that matter more than most people realize and usually take only a few minutes to implement. You’ll find tips that help small business owners look more… Continue reading Hello!