To Accomplish Great Work…

by Elle Kaplan | Sep 3, 2014 | Goal-setting

With Labor Day weekend now behind us, the coming change of season invites us to reflect and re-evaluate. I’ve always felt that September, the season of back-to-school and new beginnings, is the perfect time to think back on my goals, personal and professional,...

The Secret Behind “Overnight” Success

by Elle Kaplan | May 13, 2014 | Entrepreneurship, Goal-setting

No matter what the headlines say, the “next big thing” didn’t just spring into action overnight. Great ideas and great businesses take time. For every success story that looks instantaneous, know that it took years of hard work behind the scenes to...

How To Overcome A Fear Of Failure

by Elle Kaplan | May 6, 2014 | Goal-setting, Leadership

Embracing failure is a process of cultivating your own confidence as much as finding the lessons you need to move on to bigger and better things. Accept that failure can be part of living a full life. If you dream big and challenge the status quo (I hope you do!),...

Three Steps to Boost Your Financial Health

by Elle Kaplan | Nov 13, 2013 | Goal-setting

Financial health is an integral component of holistic wellness. If your financial health is flagging, your emotional health may suffer. If you are one of the many Americans in this situation, know that you are not alone – and know that you can make changes, starting...

New Year’s resolution: a new approach to goal-setting

by Elle Kaplan | Jan 7, 2013 | Goal-setting

The New Year is a perfect time to tackle new goals—or not-so-new ones. Whether you’re looking for a fresh start in 2013, or trying to revive your initiative on past resolutions, there’s something about January first that fills so many of us with inspiration,...

An Investment Plan That Supports Your Financial Goals

by Elle Kaplan | Dec 17, 2012 | Goal-setting

The trap: Speculating, not investing – picking and choosing rather than following a clear strategy The solution: Have a balanced financial plan that addresses your unique needs Taking control of your finances is an empowering task that everyone is capable of. With a...