Culver McCall

Go Green!

Posted on June 15, 2014 1 Comment

That’s a phrase I heard a lot when I was a child. Both my grandfather and father were Dartmouth grads. There were also several uncles that did time there. It was very apparent that we were a Green family and it was understood that we would apply to Dartmouth when it was time to go away to college. The trouble was I only made the waiting list. I wouldn’t carry on the family tradition of going to an Ivy League college. Not a big deal, right? I’ve long since moved on from that failure. So, why am I writing about it thirty years later, you ask. Well, I’ve been consulting on the launch of a new brand and just the other day a rogue employee changed an employee name on the company website to Go Green. Clearly, this was not the brand’s naming convention and it was quickly changed. But, it stuck in my mind and reminded me of the phrase that was bantered around my childhood like Good morning, Good night, Please and Thank you. The phrase was omni-present. So, I always perk up when I hear it or see it. Read More

Lean Out –

Posted on June 13, 2014 1 Comment

Today marks one year, 364 days to be exact, since I left my job in corporate America. I gave myself 1 year to write and publish my book, Stonewall to Obama. Well, on January 12th of this year, I published that book – 6 months ahead of my 1 year goal.

The journey hasn’t been effortless or free of anxiety. In fact, it’s been the busiest, angst filled, most exhillarating year of my life. I gave up a job with “security”, benefits, 5 weeks vacation and a six figure income to pursue a dream. It was a crazy, hair-brained scheme that most of my friends and family questioned. ” You’re nuts!” was the response I got from everyone when I explained where I was heading. Indeed, the risky plan was not crazy. I planned for over a year and had 1 year’s salary in savings. This was not a risk, it was a carefully crafted adventure into the unknown – the unknown me. Read More

Take a risk. Try something new

Posted on June 13, 2014 Leave a Comment

I’m honored to be running the NYC Marathon with Lifebeat.

Posted on June 13, 2014 Leave a Comment

I’ve teamed up with Lifebeat to fight HIV/AIDS. Lifebeat fights AIDS by creating awareness of the disease through music. I’m so proud to be part of the team. We’re raising $12,500 and my goal is $2,500. But, I know we can do better than that. I need your help. Won’t you please click the link below for my fundraising page and donate to the cause. Even a small donation of $10 will help. Thank you in advance for your support.

Fundraising Websites – Crowdrise

Plan your day

Posted on June 12, 2014 Leave a Comment

Self-care for me means putting myself first. No one is going to prioritize my well being for me. It’s up to me to know what is best for me and to give it to myself. I can only serve others by taking care of myself first. Plan your day around your workout!