Mastering the Simplicity of Perspective
I couldn’t take another breath. As a skinny ten-year old kid, I would toss rocks into the air, launching them one-by-one into the brilliant Arizona sky using a broom handle, broken stick, or anything else that could substitute for a bat. It was a million miles from the Bronx, New York, but each swing sent … Continue reading The Value Of Legacy Talent
His tone reflected the atmosphere inside the conference room: hesitancy, laced with overtones of indifference, with just a touch of sarcasm. “So, you’re saying there’s something wrong with our culture?” Anticipating the sentiment and choosing to stay hard-core positive, I responded quite respectfully, “You have one of the strongest cultures I’ve ever seen.” “All of … Continue reading 3 Reasons To Consider A Cultural Wellness Check
I knew this Monday would be like no other. After weeks of anticipation, I would be face-to-face with my chosen destiny. “Just be calm, take a deep breath,” I kept repeating to myself, “and remember to stay in the moment.” Sound advice I had grown comfortable giving to others on the cusp of great personal … Continue reading First Rule Of Surviving Change: Stay In The Moment
Honestly, I don’t recall consciously channeling Mary Poppins as we made our way onto the shimmering white sands. But when that kite took flight on a brilliant New Year’s morning, with our hopes and dreams for the coming year scribed on its tail, I freely admit my inner child took over. Belting out the chorus … Continue reading Casting Tradition To The Wind
It’s amazing how much time we spend on the outside looking in. What if we flipped the lens? Think about it . . . even the most well-intentioned personal development efforts measure where you’ll be against where you’ve been, aligning strategic actions to promote smooth and uninterrupted progress along a predetermined path. External controls internal, … Continue reading Everything You Need, You Are Today
Fallout from the pandemic continues to provide opportunities for incredible personal insight. The most recent example involved a family gathering at our home in Central Florida. This would be the first time in years that my siblings and I would all be together, with our dad, in one place. Like most such gatherings, food featured … Continue reading Happiness: The Lens Through Which We View The World
October marks the traditional beginning of Harvest, a period of reaping in spiritual joy and happiness what had been sowed, tended, and nurtured over time. Harvest also highlights the importance of remaining in the moment and embracing change with gratitude: Planning for next year’s crop depends on the outcome of this year’s harvest. Every element … Continue reading How Exposure To Change Fuels Discovery Of Your True Purpose
Occasionally, a product or service comes along that creates a magical new space, revolutionizing a market or industry and leaving a permanent thumbprint on the world. Like urban sprawl, it doesn’t take long for others to identify a new opportunity, shifting pursuit of their dreams to this developing landscape, pinning hopes on the promise of … Continue reading Cultural Competence Breeds Brand Confidence
Sooner or later, it’s going to happen. Faced with having a conversation you’d rather not have; you’ll hear the clock ticking in the background and recognize the urgency of the moment. Still, a part of you wishes it would all just go away, that if a pair of red shoes worked for Dorothy, they might … Continue reading How To Safely Navigate A Critical Conversation
Fear is an emotion triggered by the real or perceived threat of danger. Subject to more judgement than other universal emotions such as happiness, anger, disgust, and surprise, it is perhaps the most relatable. Fear exists to ensure we avoid harm, which makes it incredibly helpful when we need it most. This penchant to protect … Continue reading Facing Fear First Step To Easing Anxiety Over Uncertain Future