Book Review: Bedtime Stories for Managers

Book Review: Bedtime Stories for Managers

Bedtime Stories for Managers by Henry Mintzberg, published by Berret-Koehler Publishers, Inc., 2019 When the opportunity was offered to review Bedtime Stories for Managers, I eagerly accepted. I liked the idea of short stories with corresponding teachings about...
Book Review: Say What You Mean

Book Review: Say What You Mean

Say What You Mean: A mindful approach to nonviolent communication (how to find your voice, speak your truth and listen deeply.) by Oren Jay Sofer, published by Shambhala Publications, Inc., 2018. I’ve always been fascinated by the art and science of...
YOU can be a philanthropist!

YOU can be a philanthropist!

Are you overwhelmed by #GivingTuesday? In all of my social feeds and my inbox there are countless worthy organizations seeking donations today. It can be intimidating and, therefore, tempting to just scroll by. If you’re wondering if you can really make a...
Starting Over In The Fourth Quarter? Yes!

Starting Over In The Fourth Quarter? Yes!

My last corporate leader used to tell us that if we didn’t hit annual goals by the end of the third quarter, odds are we weren’t going to hit them at all. He would go on to explain revenue cycle, financial reporting, when various numbers hit various...
If A Tree Falls…And a Writer Doesn’t Write…

If A Tree Falls…And a Writer Doesn’t Write…

If a tree falls in the forest and no one is around to hear it, does it make a sound? If a writer does not write and no one notices, does it make a difference? This is a question I’ve been asking myself over the last many weeks. I haven’t published a post...