Why Writing Checks Is My Favorite Part of the Job

Usually, I do a "Working Dog Wednesday" interview with a fellow canine who teaches humans about working smarter and being happier. (I have a very fun interview lined up for next week, I promise.)

Today I want to tell you about one of my favorite work tasks: writing checks. Not the kind of checks that go to the electric company or (yikes!) the Internal Revenue Service. I have personal assistants who do that kind of dirty work for me.

Instead, I like to write the kind of checks that make people really, really happy. Like the hard-working volunteers whose organizations are part of my "Bella Gives Back" program. You can read all of the details here, but basically I give back 40% from every book that is purchased through my website (and where the purchaser chooses one of the participating non-profit organizations by entering the name of the organization in the field that is labeled "promotion code").

It's not always a lot of money, and I wish it would be more (hey, my book makes a GREAT gift for all your dog-loving, work-life-balance-seeking friends and coworkers!), but a volunteer from one of the rescue organizations reminded me that every little bit helps and every little bit is appreciated (she also said $250 is about the equivalent of four spays, how cool is that?).

Anyway, today's check is going to Adopt A Boxer Rescue. If you've been following them on Facebook, you'll know that they (and all the other rescue organizations) have their hands full taking care of dogs like Columbo, who was left for dead on the streets of Philadelphia but is being nurtured back to health with good food, good veterinary care...and lots of love. Get well, Columbo!

If you have any questions about the "Bella Gives Back" program, contact me and I'll get right back to you.

Wags and Wishes,

Bella