April 16, 1971 – May 11, 2026 I love you, John Brownsord John William Brownsord passed away on May 11, 2026, after experiencing a cardiac event during a run on April 30. Running had always been one of the ways John felt most alive. John was born on April 16, 1971, in Providence, Rhode Island,… Continue reading John William Brownsord
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Leading From Within the Fog: Navigating Despair and Staying Grounded as a Purpose-Driven Entrepreneur
When proposals stall and hope feels distant, what does leadership look like? Patti Brownsord shares a raw reflection on entrepreneurship, despair, and the quiet power of showing up—even when the fog doesn’t lift.
The Sweetness of Simplicity: Lessons from Maple Syrup and Wine
Sometimes, the simplest things can teach us the most profound lessons. During a recent trip to Wisconsin, I had the chance to visit both a maple syrup farm and a winery. While these experiences may seem unrelated at first, they both illustrated the power of simplicity—whether in life, business, or even health. A Lesson in… Continue reading The Sweetness of Simplicity: Lessons from Maple Syrup and Wine
Why We Created the “Blueprint for Growth” Workshop (and Why You Should Join Us)
Hey there, friends! It's been a little while since I’ve sat down to write, but something special is brewing over here at Grounded With Data, and I just had to share it with you. You know how life gets busy, and before you know it, months have flown by? That’s kind of how things have… Continue reading Why We Created the “Blueprint for Growth” Workshop (and Why You Should Join Us)
Importance of Setting Goals
Hi everyone! It's been a little while since I've written. Per usual, much of my writing/creative time is used with being the CMO of my company. And we've written and created a lot of great stuff (shameless plugs: check out our YouTube channel and blog)! But I'm writing this today because it flowed so easily… Continue reading Importance of Setting Goals
My VIP Synapse Experience
Being a small business owner slash consultant has the perk of me being able to dictate how I spend my time. My business partner and I also can choose how we spend our money rather than staying hard and true to our pre-planned budget. (We didn’t plan to buy a Minion or Sylvie Loki costume… Continue reading My VIP Synapse Experience
Jewels Have Become Beanie Babies
Patti is still learning about reselling jewelry. I'm looking at abundance and cash flow differently. You never know where money can come from, and sometimes, not having to pay for something means you can still receive and not lose the abundance in your wallet. I learned a mantra long ago that says, "Money comes easily,… Continue reading Jewels Have Become Beanie Babies
Guess Who’s Back
Well, hello there. I bet you didn't think you'd be getting an update from me today! It's been quite some time since I wrote a post. My husband and I tried our best at podcasts more than a year ago, and while we loved the last season (the best content but the worst audio quality,… Continue reading Guess Who’s Back
Are you living your Bermuda lifestyle?
Two things have inspired me to adjust my work from home lifestyle. First, my new puppy, Eva, has taken a liking to our old above-ground pool. After we go for our morning, afternoon, and evening walks, we come home and she goes straight for that pool. It's soft-sided, so she uses momentum to run right… Continue reading Are you living your Bermuda lifestyle?
Staying Agnostic with Tools and Laser-Focused on Goals
People are wondering if a meeting needed to have been a video chat. Or could it have been a phone call?
Patti is still learning 