Read, Learn and Act

Time to read.  Read and learn.  Read, learn and act. Time to find a new leadership book to read.  I have read and still refer to a number of classic leadership books.  Now though I am looking for something on the cutting edge that speaks to our present days and unclear tomorrows. My search brought... Continue Reading →

Page Intentionally Left Blank

This is the working title for my upcoming leadership book.  What do you think? Okay, just kidding I am not writing a book on leadership.  Yet, if I did, a title of "Page Intentionally Left Blank" would work well indeed. Alas, the world does not need another leadership book.  Do a search for "leadership" in... Continue Reading →

Of Vulnerability, Belonging, and Intimacy

Have you ever read a passage in a book and said, "I wish I wrote those words?" While I have found my voice and the words to express my thoughts, there are writers focused on leadership whose voice and words impress me to no end.  One such author is Max DePree.  Indeed, his words are poetry and nearly sing... Continue Reading →

Happy Nuns Live Forever

I am studying Positive Psychology these days.  I put this is the category of "why have I not thought of this before" as a leader and person interested in growing and building thriving organizations.  Over time I will write more on Positive Psychology and the application to everyday working life. For today a story for... Continue Reading →

Thursday Thought – The First Book

Note: Each Thursday I will post a little something to inspire us to finish the week strong. These Thursday Thoughts will be a quote, poem, piece of music, artwork, or inspirational video.  Congratulations, you made it over the hump and let's finish the week together. This is a favorite poem from a wonderful poet, Rita Dove. ... Continue Reading →

Seeds in Hand, Ashes at Feet

Inspiration this week from Rosabeth Kanter, longtime professor at Harvard Business School, where she specializes in strategy, innovation, and leadership.  I have read her work for years. "Better to find possibilities in how things are now than to wish for what they were. Collect seeds, not ashes." Recognize the possible.  Focus today, realize tomorrow.  Seeds are everywhere if... Continue Reading →

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