by Corey Ciocchetti | Faith, Family First
Christmastime is exceptional. We wholeheartedly pause our busy lives to care about each other more sincerly. We give more deeply and smile authentically. We cry and count our blessings. Though the whole world marks the season a bit differently, there is no doubt that the atmosphere changes at Christmas . . . in a beautiful way. The air is full of hope, kindness, & love – in other words, the stuff I want to breathe in EVERYDAY. What if we could bottle that atmosphere for the rest of the year. Why not?
by Corey Ciocchetti | Be Happy, Family First, Priorities
There is a professional cost to putting family first. Bosses – like most people – act out of self-interest when they cringe at your priorities. Just expect that, it’s rational. However, organizations are clearly better when people come to work authentically happy and fulfilled with their priorities intact. Those folks are more productive, creative, loyal, & fun. But . . . until bosses recognize that you can work hard, be an asset to the org, and still place your job a bit lower than your family, you will have to balance the tug of war between work and family – a battle that work need not always win. Here’s why…
by Corey Ciocchetti | Family First, Priorities
If you really want to be happy, maintain your family / faith / morality as top priorities. Your boss might (will) cringe at your choice, but that’s tough! Ponder the best memories in your life and tell me if most come from work or family. So, give your family more of your best energy and attention and reap the rewards.
by Corey Ciocchetti | Be Happy, Family First, Priorities
The secret to happiness is simple . . . your heart must get what it wants more often. But, how do we know what our heart wants? The best way to discover this information is by evaluating our top priorities and pivoting our lives accordingly. Read on for advice that has literally impacted thousands of lives.
by Corey Ciocchetti | Family First
My wife and I celebrated our 13 year wedding anniversary today! March 12, 2005 seems like forever ago. My college students were 5 years old back then!
I talk all the time about synergy, about finding your 2 + 2 = 5 relationship. Think about it like this: We are all a bunch of “2”s walking around looking for love. Sometimes we meet someone and the sum total of the relationship = 3. Something serious is missing and the combination is less than it should be. There’s usually enough fault to go around. Run from these relationships.
Other times the sum total of two people together can be greater than you think it can be, greater than people tell you it can be, and greater than your prior relationships have been. Your relationship can = 5 . . . when you find the right person. So, please, please don’t settle until you find your “5”!
I married my “5” thirteen years ago. Love you Jillian Ciocchetti!!
Read more about how to find your “5”!
by Corey Ciocchetti | Family First
Do you desire a strong family culture? Start with a family mission statement that covers the present and the future. Make it short, memorable, & meaningful. My family came up with “Team C!” Like any effective team, the Ciocchettis must care about each other, trust, share goals, seek values, develop character, handle constructive criticism with patience, continually improve, and more. Team C works for us and has made our family culture much stronger. What will your family’s mission be?
