Make every birthday phenomenal

You have to celebrate the wins.

I learned that in business school, but it’s hard to put into practice. After completing a project or reaching a milestone, I just want to relish relief, and take a nap or vacation. Now I make time to celebrate. Otherwise I just lurch from challenge to challenge and exhaust myself (and others) along the way.

Success needs savoring. Milestones mean taking stock. We recently partied to mark the 130-year anniversary of Central School and the 25-year anniversary of its tenant, the Northwest Montana History Museum.