Yesterday, I had the honor of being a guest facilitator at a transformative leadership retreat with colleagues Heather McLeod Grant, Chris Block, Lance Fors, and David Havens. The retreat curriculum is built around the a framework called “I-WE-IT” that covers mindsets and practical skills that today’s social change leaders of all generations need as we move towards more collective approaches. I-WE-IT is a tripod of inter-connected skills for leaders: the individual leader (I), the power of … [Read more...]
Thanksgiving: What are you grateful for?
I'm at the New Jersey Shore for the Thanksgiving holiday. My hometown got hit pretty hard, but we're counting our blessings that my family's house is still standing and able to enjoy this Thanksgiving with family. If you haven't donated to Hurricane Sandy Relief, please consider making a contribution. Here's my crowdrise campaign. Be sure to check out "Giving Tuesday" a national day of giving the Tuesday after Thanksgiving. Your organization participate or you can fundraise for a cause. … [Read more...]
Taking 18 Minutes Day Towards A Year-Long Focus
Over the holiday break, I read 18 Minutes: Find Your Focus, Master Distraction, and Get the Right Things Done by Peter Bregman who blogs at at the HBR. This book is a gem. Each chapter starts with a personal story that illustrates a concept related to managing unproductive distractions. What's refreshing and different about this book is that it isn't about trying to get everything done efficiently. Instead he guides you on how to focus on what matters and ignore the rest. He offers … [Read more...]
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