Dear Reader, The other day, I stopped by a hotel to drop off a book. The Flagstaff Leadership Program asked if I would give one of the new resilience stories books to their annual fundraiser, and I was happy to. The hotel was the workplace of Ellen Jimenez, someone I know just a little bit but like a whole lot who has amazing energy, and I feel a kinship with her. Upon seeing each other, we embraced in a big hug. All was well in the world. As we separated our bodies, somehow and in slow...
2 months ago • 2 min read
Dear Reader, I recently heard a statistic that if we have a culture of high inclusion, burnout decreases by 93%. This helps me to understand myself and my motivations for my work. I have a passion for authentic connection & helping others to connect. This month, Triumphs of Transformation launched. Putting together a book with 29 other people was a fun-chaos kind of adventure. Through the process, I had a double-sided fear; that no one would read it, or that everyone would. The experience...
3 months ago • 4 min read
Dear Reader, 2 things happened at once. I was in the midst selecting the editor for a book I’ve been writing through Amplify Publishing about how people can increase their leadership impact through short-form story telling. It’s my hardest won leadership skill. In my family, we were often onto the next thing & were moving quickly. It’s filled with tons of my own stories & teaches a method for people to bring their stories to life when communicating about leadership. At the same time,...
4 months ago • 2 min read
Dear Reader, The Best Intentions I found out that it would be Chris’s 38th birthday. For the last four weeks, we had been meeting at this new hip dance studio off 4th Street, replete with a spray-painted sign and sparse décor. We were a motley crew of dance students spending three hours on Saturdays and another two hours on Tuesdays to advance our salsa and bachata skills. Chris could seamlessly teach us, switching from following to leading, and working on technique and sequence. One evening...
6 months ago • 2 min read
Dear Reader, Over the last few months, I have had a chance to collaborate with some incredible individuals in the diversity & inclusion space (D&I). I am always hungry to learn more here, and I have a real fear of “messing up” that I actively try to overcome. We made a training video; most of what I’ve seen out there has role playing or models or vague concepts. We wanted to change this. We had a watch party with all of the contributors at my house, and as we were watching someone whispered...
6 months ago • 1 min read
Hi Reader, It's open! Are you ready to take a deep dive into Diversity, Equity, Inclusion & Belonging with us? Join us for Lancaster Leadership’s Group Coaching Intensive for Leaders (Only Offered Twice Per Year) Register for Group Coaching Intensive Here Training Series Topic for Fall 2024: Diversity, Equity, Inclusion & Belonging: A Deep Dive When: August 2024 - December 2024 5 Sessions will Include These Topics: Building Honest Communication & Conversations Around Differences, Pronouns &...
8 months ago • 1 min read
Dear Reader, The Intentional Pursuit of Inspiration.I often hear people say they are thankful just to wake up in the morning. Although that is true for me too, I expect way more out of each day than just waking up. So, every day, when I wake up, I ask myself, “What or who will inspire me today?" It's a daily ritual, a commitment to finding rays of hope in all directions. Every interaction, every conversation, and every encounter is an opportunity to glean wisdom, empathy, and insight from the...
9 months ago • 3 min read
Hi Reader Ready to revolutionize your workplace culture? Join us for a transformative journey towards diversity, equity, and inclusion excellence! Now Announcing… Group Coaching Intensive for Leaders registration is Now Open. Come join us in the Diversity, Equity, Inclusion & Belonging: A Deep Dive for Fall 2024! Seats are limited; be sure to grab your spot today. Who it’s for: Directors, Managers, Deputies, Presidents, VPs, Business Owners, Chiefs, etc. When: 08/2024 – 12/2024 What it...
9 months ago • 1 min read
Dear Reader, It snowed 32 inches the last weekend of April. Lucky for me, I love to ski. And I get to think, “Still skiing!” I’ve had that thought throughout the spring months as storms have moved across Northern Arizona dusting and drenching the region, and I’ve had that thought since I started skiing in my twenties and picked up my first job in the ski industry living in a dorm in Germany. I am curious how long I will say, “Still skiing!” this season. It pushes me to a recognition of my...
10 months ago • 2 min read