Just for Fun

‘Strong Back, Soft Front, Wild Heart’

The Brilliant Ink team is a big fan of Brené Brown and the list of reasons why is long. Like, really long.

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Walk It Out

How many times have you found yourself looking at the clock during the workday and realized that you haven’t moved very far from your screen?  While it’s often tempting to just stay put and “power through” your to-do list, there are significant productivity - and not to mention health - benefits of getting up and going for a stroll.

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How to Navigate Small Talk: Questions, Questions, Questions

Between my office, clients, and friends' holiday parties, I'm partied out. ‘twas the season of small talk.

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Countdown to a Brilliant 2018

With only a few days left ‘til we ring in the new year, we’d thought we’d end 2017 in style with some Brilliant Ink fun facts! 10 -  Brilliant and passionate Our team has grown this year—both personally and professionally.

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Give Thanks - 2017

It's that time of year again. And boy, we couldn't be happier.

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The Creative Wisdom of Iris Apfel

The Creative Wisdom of Iris Apfel It all started with a photo of a white-haired woman with big glasses, bright lipstick, a magenta feather jacket, and piles of necklaces, bracelets and rings. She was over the top in every conceivable way — and I loved it.

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Give Thanks 2016

As is our tradition, we like to express our gratitude this time of year. This year the Brilliant Ink team is thankful for: Sara: I’m thankful for fiery feminists, deep friendships, family, baby giggles and the Gilmore Girls revival.

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Eight is Great!

Earlier this month, in the midst of the usual September hustle and bustle, Brilliant Ink quietly marked our 8-year anniversary. There have been countless exciting moments and fond memories, and - who are we kidding - our fair share of late nights and stressful moments.

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Leaders with Game: Lessons from Game of Thrones

Some spoiler-free (I promise!) musings on leadership lessons from Game of Thrones Last Sunday marked the season finale of Game of Thrones, and now I join the millions of other fans who anxiously have to wait a grueling NINE months for the next season.

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