Archive for the 'Leadership' Category

Leadership Starts Here!

Thursday, July 29th, 2010

I am on an airplane heading to Atlanta to work with America’s 13th largest school district. It is a proud moment for me because this school district has moved from 682nd place in Newsweek magazine’s “Top Public High Schools” list in 2004 to 212th place – and they are on their way to being one [...]

Lessons from Art

Thursday, July 8th, 2010

I discovered this on the Internet - I am not sure where, nor do I know the name of the artist who created this. (Please let me know if you do so I can provide attribution). I love this image for a number of reasons – it is so rich with lessons.  Here are some that jump out [...]

Just Say Sorry

Saturday, June 26th, 2010

I read a press release this morning in which the first line was, “Big business has fallen from grace.” I come from a generation and a belief that the greatest agent for change in our world is big business. I’ve also come to the conclusion that, very often, big business does not understand, or know [...]

I Need Your Help!

Sunday, June 6th, 2010

I am about to embark on one of the most important projects I have ever undertaken – a mission that could have a profound impact on the world – or fizzle.  This will depend on three things: 1. How well prepared I am, and how well I execute this mission. 2. The readiness and appetite of my audience [...]

Making Healthcare User-friendly

Thursday, May 20th, 2010

I walk in through the front door. I am nervous. The technology is over my head. Complex equipment surrounds me. People are milling around everywhere. I am not sure what to expect. I decide to approach a staff member, smartly dressed in blue, and ask for help. Where am I? If this is a hospital, [...]