Gifts

Gifts

by | Nov 29, 2022 | Creativity, Innovation, Leadership

I was about 15 years into my career when my coach asked me what my super power was – silence. I had always struggled to identify my gift, my super power, what made me special. My older sister and others were such naturals. Their gifts were so apparent. She is clearly...
Supporting Sustainability Leaders

Supporting Sustainability Leaders

by | Nov 9, 2022 | Leadership

When I was in graduate school at Case Western Reserve University in the now MPOD program, one of our core areas of study was sustainability. It was my first exposure to concepts like the triple bottom line and the beautiful book Cradle to Cradle by William McDonough....
Words Matter

Words Matter

by | Feb 11, 2022 | Leadership

If you have spent any amount of time with me you have probably noticed that words matter to me. One of my most impactful memories from graduate school at Case Western Reserve University was when David Cooperrider introduced the idea that words create worlds. I have...
Getting Curious About Culture

Getting Curious About Culture

by | Oct 12, 2021 | Leadership

What do you want your culture to be like? What micro actions are currently eroding or contributing to the culture you desire? Understanding what is serving or doing a disservice to a healthy and happy culture is an invaluable element to building a successful organization. When is the last time you “checked in” on your culture?

The Value of Pause

by | Aug 12, 2020 | Leadership

This week I had the opportunity to join a group of women for a Wild Morning retreat, part of the Women in the Wild program from Vibrant Living and Leadership. It was only two hours. Two, glorious hours of quiet, connection, community and reflection. We sat together....