One of my all-time favorite books is a business fable called, “Cirque du Soleil: The Spark – Igniting the Creative Fire that Lives within Us All,” by Lyn Heward and John U. Bacon. In it, the author tells the story of a burnt-out sports agent whose energy is renewed when he connects with the leader […]
The Gift of Friendship
During this season when gift-giving abounds and the exchange of beautifully wrapped packages is de rigueur when it comes to daily operations, trite as it may sound, I want to call out the value of the gift of friendship. These relationships, be they with family, friends, or colleagues, offer us more than just companionship; they […]
We’re In This Together
Though I’m an independent consultant, one of the greatest joys of my life is interacting with colleagues who inspire me, educate me, fill my bucket, and deliver value. I love working in groups that lift up one another, celebrate wins, and address challenges with transparency and teamwork. Recently, a client organization of mine was unfairly […]