Are You Using the Right Signs?

Are You Using the Right Signs?

One warm weekend this spring, we went to the beach. My four-year-old daughter and I walked down the boardwalk. We passed a new shop glowing with fresh white paint. Vibrant red geraniums sat on windowsills framed in blue gingham curtains. Through the doorway I could...
Workmates, Teammates, Playmates

Workmates, Teammates, Playmates

It happened again last week. An exhilarating, fulfilling, exciting day as facilitator of an effective work group. That’s twice this month I’ve been able to help an already highly functional team hone their interdependence, communication, and appreciation....
Explain, Don’t Complain …

Explain, Don’t Complain …

My husband and I had the pleasure of taking our daughter, Katie, on college tours last week. The campuses were lovely with both young adults and spring flowers sprouting and growing. And yes, we are one of those families that actually sits through the tours and...