Do you remember the old school Tupperware? When I was growing up, we had some pieces of Tupperware that were (not-so) beautiful shades of orange, green, and brown. Ironically, they kind of matched our shag carpet. One of the best uses I remember for the Tupperware was to fill it …
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3 Tips to Navigate an Unclear Future
We are living in a strange time. I have so many thoughts and questions about what is happening all around us, but so few answers. I would not say I’m worried about COVID19, but more worried about the implications it carries for the next few weeks. Every day for the …
Think Trails, Not Highways
Sometimes when I write, I formulate ideas as I go. Okay, maybe a lot of the time. That’s why last Thursday’s post (Cast the Vision, Not the Path) has been replaying in my mind. Do I truly think for leadership, it’s beneficial to set the destination and let someone else …
Cast the Vision, Not the Path
So much of leadership is about casting vision. Looking at what is and painting a picture of what could be. So much of developing student leaders is helping them catch the vision so they can cast it down the road. Some students will naturally respond to opportunities, almost instinctively seeing …
Flashback Friday #5
One concept I’ve written about captures my mind almost more than all the others, and it’s today’s flashback. The Horizon of Possibility is something I love thinking about, and something I use constantly. This week, in fact, the concept has been used in at least two conversations, and I love …