When I reflect on my work, I realize that I talk a lot about making decisions based on values. The topic always prompts interesting discussions, unpacking so many related questions:What are my core values?Do the people I work with (and for) know those values? Do they share them?Does what I do align with what I [...]
Category: Musings
Strategies for Stressful Times
During this time of uncertainty, when the world is bombarding us with non-stop information, it can seem like there are more questions than answers. This can feel overwhelming and can induce anxious feelings even in the most serene heart. You may be feeling it already; some of your employees, colleagues, families, and even children are, [...]
What is leadership?
When I ask that question in a group, at least one person is always compelled to google it and/or someone answers it with an inspirational quote. As a self-admitted “word nerd” I do love a good quote — but when I’m asking you a question, I’m more interested in your own response, in your own [...]
19 ways to learn & grow
Over the past year, I’ve been invited to help others in so many interesting ways. I was working on some record maintenance today (admittedly not my favorite task) and was pleasantly surprised to discover the diversity in recent projects. At a glance: Through professional development sessions for large groups, teams, and individuals , I have [...]
Uncomfortable Kindness
“You’re always so nice to me.” I say this incredulously... every. single. time. I say it with surprise and a twinge of actual, physical, discomfort. Why? Kindness is not unfamiliar to me — (most) people are (mostly) kind. And yet? Kindness, especially in the form of “words of affirmation” (aka praise) can make me so [...]
