There’s a Turkish proverb that has been tumbling around my brain like mismatched socks in the dryer: “When a clown moves into a palace, he doesn’t become a king. The palace becomes a circus.” Now, I don’t know for certain if it’s Turkish, but frankly, I don’t care. […]
Ah, Friday. The day when I realize I’ve spent the entire week drowning in a sea of decisions, and yet, here I am, still afloat—barely. It’s like a never-ending game of mental gymnastics. Decisions. Decisions everywhere. Should I answer that email now or save it for Monday? Should […]
What makes a good leader? Today marks the birthday of the one and only Dolly Parton, and as I think about her legacy, I can’t help but smile. My mom absolutely adored Dolly, and I grew up hearing her songs, seeing her sparkle, and feeling inspired by her […]
What makes a good leader? Ah, the age-old question: what makes a good leader? It’s a conundrum wrapped in a riddle, as elusive as catching lightning in a bottle. Pinpointing the essence of a good leader is like trying to nail jelly to a wall – slippery, challenging, […]
What have you been putting off doing? Why? Life is a delicate and unpredictable dance. A journey that takes us through tulip meadows and murky alleys, through moments of joy and, at times, moments shrouded in shadows. Today, I found myself navigating those shadows during a team meeting, […]
Do you see yourself as a leader? I am a leader. The head. A driver of change. For some, my fierceness as a leader is a bit too radical. I don’t like being static. I don’t like boredom. I also like to find and activate people’s glimmers. What […]
Are you a leader or a follower? Unfortunately, I was born to be a leader. Don’t get me wrong, I am a good leader. Some might disagree. But for the most part, I have led, fairly, equitably, and strategically. I have a way of seeing the big picture […]
The theatrical release of Wakanda Forever, the sequel to Black Panther, got me back out to the movie theatre. I had loved Black Panther. And, as such, was excited to watch Wakanda Forever. While I found the movie visually engaging and liked it, I didn’t love it. I […]
Queen Elizabeth II is the world’s longest-reigning monarch, having served more than seven decades encompassing world turmoil, challenges, and major technogical changes. As such, her long service provided her with much insight and experience in leading. As I’m embarking on my next path, or rather considering possible new […]
To have a seat at the table ready to partake But the chair is rickety and flimsy The wooden floor sunken The table setting in disarray The kitchen flow uncoordinated Having a seat at the table could be overrated Sometimes is a mirage Sometimes you’re actually part of […]
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