Work-Related Loves

Work-Related Loves

In other cultures, there are multiple words for the various kinds of love that we experience. I am told that there is a word for romantic love that is different from the word for the love a parent has for a child, and another word altogether for loving an activity...
A Matter of Perspective

A Matter of Perspective

Unexpected events can set you back or set you up. It’s all a matter of perspective. — Mary Anne Radmacher When a multi-year, fulfilling project closed at the tail end of 2022, my husband and I chose to check off a bucket list adventure. As you receive this...
I Am Fed Up! Enough is Enough!

I Am Fed Up! Enough is Enough!

For those of you who are long time readers, you will notice that I frequently write blogs on positivity, appreciation, and gratitude. In general, I try to model those qualities when approaching challenges in my work and personal life. So, is there ever a time when we...
What Are You?

What Are You?

In order to create a respectful and inclusive culture, organizations need to provide regular diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) training. But once you have had that basic training, how can you mix it up and make it relevant year after year? At Concordia...
Thanksgiving, Friendsgiving, Worksgiving

Thanksgiving, Friendsgiving, Worksgiving

Thanksgiving has always been one of my very favorite holidays. I like the family time where we all sit around making suggestions about what we should do together. Usually nothing actually happens — it’s so predictable that it is fun! I love the aromas and I am...