Just read the Global Leadership Forecast 2014/2015 prepared by the learning consulting firm, DDI and The Conference Board. Fairly standard for me to seek and read such a study with my professional focus on Organizational Development and Learning. I point this out because I am not the target audience for this study. In a perfect world,... Continue Reading →
Sitting When I Want to Stand
Yesterday I learned so much by learning so little. Out of work, and searching for work, interrupted by a summons to attend an appointment at the California Employment Development Department. Hey, I am doing the unemployment thing and with receiving funds, comes rules and oversight. No worries, I am earnest in my efforts searching for a... Continue Reading →
Injustice Anywhere is a Threat to Justice Everywhere
Today I read the Letter from a Birmingham Jail written by Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. I do not remember ever reading this truly amazing piece of writing. I trust it will not be the last time I read it and reflect on its meaning. Yes, the letter is long but as Dr. King himself... Continue Reading →
Running Late
I have so much to do ... falling behind ... what time is it, heck what day is it? I am running late. Nearly three weeks out of work and I have an altered perception of time. Holiday commitments and travel add to my time confusion. No routine or ritual at all. Every day is born new,... Continue Reading →
Good Riddance
I remember. We barely fit in the hotel room. I sit on the floor between beds, leaving room for others to sit on a bed or on one of the few chairs available. Still not enough room and others follow my lead and sit on the floor. We fill the room, but no complaints. I relax and... Continue Reading →
Half Way There
Done. I completed and won the NaNoWriMo Challenge for 2014! The goal is 50,000 words in the 30 days of November. I reached the goal in 25 days averaging over 2,000 words and nearly three hours of writing each day. This is my first deep-dive into novel writing and I have much to learn, but... Continue Reading →