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My Not So Simple Life Project Management Isn’t Just for Project Managers March 26, 2026 | By Ellen You don’t have a PMP certification. You’ve never built a Gantt chart. You wouldn’t call yourself a “project manager” on LinkedIn. But if you’ve ever coordinated a team, juggled deadlines, or tried...

My Not So Simple Life Truth About Metals in the Kitchen June 06, 2025 | By Ellen Most of us think more about the food we’re cooking than the surface we’re cooking it on—but the materials in your pots and pans might be leaching into your meals in ways you...

My Not So Simple Life Do You Drink Enough Water? May 29, 2025 | By Ellen With Summer just around it is vitally important to drink plenty of water. If you are anything like me, that is often easier said than done. Recommendations are 8–10 cups of water per day....

My Not So Simple Life Why Enter A Mentoring Relationship May 30, 2025 | By Ellen When it comes to our jobs or careers, it is easy to see the benefits of a mentoring program. However, mentoring can be profoundly beneficial in just about all aspects of our lives, whether...