BILL AND SANDY HAWKINS
NOTES FROM THE HAWKINS
Public Speaking: Increasing Engagement
Picture this: You’re standing on a stage surrounded by thousands of people. This is your moment—one that you’ve worked hard to prepare for. You look out at the crowd and start speaking. You think it’s going well until … wait … is that person zoning out? And...
How to Create Time … When You Don’t Have Time
Have you noticed yourself looking up at the clock lately and realizing the time is suddenly 8:00 p.m.? Where did the day go? And how is it possible that you’re feeling productive and like...
How to Never Stop Exploring
No matter your age, experience, or education, it’s essential that you never stop exploring. The world has countless opportunities to offer up. New places to see, people to meet, nature to experience, and food to eat—the list goes on. However, exploration...
Four Health Tips to Try in the New Year
The start of a new year is a great time to pick up new healthy habits. We tend to think of each new year as a fresh start and an opportunity to make our lives better. It’s estimated that 188.9 million Americans make some sort of new...
The Power of Empowering Others
A magical thing happens when we learn to empower each other rather than compete with one another. Progress comes easier and life gets a little bit better for everyone. And the best part is, all it really takes is a kind word, encouragement, or a...
Building a Strong Inner Circle
Take a look at the people in your inner circle. This means anyone that you spend time with or talk to on a regular basis. Now, take a moment to think about how each of these individuals impacts your life. Do they inspire you to hit your goals? Are...
Life Lessons Learned from Fishing
Fishing is and always has been a cherished pastime for generations of outdoorsmen. For years, fishing was an essential job that brought food to the table. Today it’s still an essential job, but for most, it’s a favorite recreational...
Modern Lessons We Can Learn from Classic Movies
Movies have always provided lessons and morals for audiences to absorb and think about, long after the credits roll. It’s easy to view classic films as relics of the past, snapshots of a faraway time frame that have little impact on...
Your Perfect Checklist for a Relaxing Weekend Getaway
Weekdays are generally allotted for fulfilling duties and accomplishing tasks. This is why many of us strive to make our days productive and meaningful. Yet even if you only have the best intentions, your desire to do more from Monday to Friday can leave you...
Want to Safely Wander Outdoors? Biking May Be the Best Option
To be outdoors on a beautiful day is one of the best experiences you can have in this world. To simply be surrounded by the grandeur of nature's creation can provide healing that no indoor therapy sessions can beat. It will certainly be a treat to your overall...