You have something to say. It may not be ‘right’ and it may not be the direction they go…but it’s something only you can say. It’s every minute of your …
The gift.
Giving great gifts has never been my area of expertise. I once gave my boss a bag of granola for the holidays. (In my defense, it was really extraordinary grain-free …
Awe vs. Surprise
I was explaining my experience of God. That I believe deeply in God and his/her power to help us, show up for us, speak with us. But, when God actually …
I realized I wanted to like who I had become.
Culture and organizations are built to celebrate status and achievement. But at the end of it all, “the trouble with the rat race is that even if you win, you’re …
“I can’t believe…”
Just that morning, I’d opened up about recent disappointments at work. Seeing the glass ceiling. Cacophonous unspoken messages. Hollow talk about diversity. That same day, at dinner, my young one …
It’s a brand review, not a performance review
Performance review season is around the corner. Yes, I’m talking about the ‘annual’ discussion meant to offer you and your manager a designated time to talk about your contributions and …
Inside a postcard
It’s a walk down the beach. Or it’s a postcard. And, you’re in it. Life has layers. We choose our experience.
When is the best time to do something you don’t feel like doing?
Saturday, I slow-rolled through my day. I slept in until 8am and stayed in my pj’s until 10am. The day flew by and I felt the opposite of relaxed. I …
In the margins
If you call her with a question about work, she might be on a bike ride. You’ll apologize and tell her you’ll call her back later. She’ll insist, “no, it’s …
Best way to be rejected
@arnelhasanovic on Unsplash For anyone hoping to build a more human workplace, start with the way you tell someone you don’t want them to work with you. A friend of …