by Leslie Blaize | May 11, 2025 | A/E/C Connect Newsletter
This is my second Mother’s Day without my mom. Today, I’m reflecting on the many ways she shaped who I am, both personally and professionally. Kathleen Boland Schwanz died on December 17, 2023. Some days, it feels like she’s been gone for nearly two...
by Leslie Blaize | May 7, 2025 | A/E/C Connect Newsletter
My husband and I recently returned from a long-awaited anniversary cruise to Hawaii. One of the highlights was a whale-watching trip near Maui, where we learned that a single bay serves as both a nursery and a nightclub for humpback whales. Mothers teach their calves...
by Leslie Blaize | Apr 18, 2025 | Events, Podcasts
Ilise Benun invited me to speak about “How to get clients on Linkedin” on her Marketing Mentor Podcast. I talked about the value of my Linkedin newsletter and profile for building my brand and my other outreach efforts.
by Leslie Blaize | Apr 10, 2025 | A/E/C Connect Newsletter
I’ve performed in women’s dance groups for more than 20 years — and one routine, involving a flowing veil, still sticks with me. I’d never danced with a veil before, but I was determined to master it. Why? Because I cared. Because I wanted to connect with the audience...
by Leslie Blaize | Mar 6, 2025 | A/E/C Connect Newsletter
Before hiring your firm, potential clients want to know: What is it like to work with you? How have you solved similar challenges? Can they trust your expertise? Third-party verification — directly from your satisfied clients — answers these questions better than any...
