Have you ever been in a meeting and it seems to be going nowhere? Everyone is spending so much time discussing the problem or looking for some grand fix that “if we had the money, the resources, or that staff” we could do something about the PROBLEM. Admiring the problems, instead of looking for innovative […]
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It’s a Heart Thing
Last year at a conference I heard, “What comes from the heart reaches the heart. People know when we are genuinely interested in them and their passions.” That quote stood out in my mind. People innately feel when you are working or speaking from the heart and that is the energy that is most catching. Have […]
Change Fails When It Is too Late… DON’T WAIT!
One of the most inspiring movies about education, the power of voice, and change is that of “Dead Poets Society.” While it can be seen as very controversial, aren’t most messages worth being heard a little controversial. The teacher, Mr. Keating, said, ” Boys, you must strive to find your own voice. Because the longer […]
Innovation Should Begin With Wonder
I remember when my kids were little they asked what seemed to be a million and one questions every day. They were always asking why. While at the store, they would notice the smallest most obscure things and ask me about them. I tried very hard not to be in a hurry or bypass those […]